Equipment repair is conducted on an as needed basis. Production Techniques in Clay Using well developed basic skills, students focus on methods for producing multiples of a particular design through the use of plaster molds. Model making, press molding and single to multi-piece molds are explored. Students are challenged to develop production pieces that fully utilize the process while possessing a personal design aesthetic. This course is concurrent with Production Techniques in Clay.
Students learn how to design a project with a specific technique in mind.
Issues of time and material costing as well as practicality, marketing and their effect on the design process are explored. Glaze Formulation II Students further explore the relationship between glaze, form and fire. Special glaze effects and colorants are explored through series of tests such as tri-axial blends. Students develop their own glaze testing methodology while pursuing their own glaze pallet. Advanced students may pursue specific firing methods and temperature ranges of their choice.