ARTS 141 — ARTS-141 3 Units Beginning Ceramics: Throwing
The basic processes and technologies of ceramics and appreciation of clay as a form of artistic expression will be explored. Introduction to a variety of potters' wheel throwing methods and hands-on use of these processes to create various wheel thrown pieces. Includes an introduction to the appreciation of historic ceramic objects. Lectures on clay, glazes, kilns and firing. Appropriate for all art majors and minors as well as general interest students.