Display, compare, and discuss. Art History - Groups investigate development of ceramics, textiles, or metalwork by people of their geographical region. Provide sheets of 4 x 4-inch paper for recording design ideas. Encourage students to make alterations and changes to the designs. From clay, make 4 x 4-inch slabs.
Students select one design and develop it into a decorative clay tile.
Paint with colored slip before firing. Organize as group project. Art History - These vessels are about 100 years old. Share responses and discuss the relationship of craft and art. Give points for each new suggestion.