Students formulate glazes and fire kilns.
In addition to form considerations, emphasis will be given to the relationship of surface to form. Students are introduced to basic procedures in calculating, mixing, and testing glazes, and participate in group bisque and glaze firings. The projects assigned in this course build on the conceptual and technical skills achieved in the beginning ceramics course. Working with utilitarian and sculptural forms, emphasis is placed on complexity and originality of concept. I. A lecture reviewing health and safety considerations, focusing on the safe handling of glaze materials.