Clay Cup
Lesson Content Objective(s):
I can learn about additive sculpture techniques like scoring, kneading, and slip. I can learn about difference between earthenware clay and terracotta clay. I can learn about additive sculpture. I can learn about creating a functional design. I can learn how to create a slab box. I can learn a job in art. Lesson Language Objective(s): I will learn about the difference between two-dimensional and three-dimensional art by creating a cup. I will learn about balance by creating a 3-D form. I will learn about texture through rubbing plates and clay stamps. Resources/materials: Slab roller, Clay, water, water cup, clay tools, rubbing plates, clay stamps, glaze paint, clay sponge Instructional Plan: Engage: Watch video on texture talk about form. Explore: Discuss pottery as a job in art. Discuss how it is a functional everyday item. Explain: Show how to use potters wheel on clay. Students use clay sponge when smoothing clay. Elaborate: Students add a handle. Students add texture to their cup with rubbing plates and clay stamps. Instructional Plan: Engage: Quiz on texture. Explore: Discuss glaze paint. Finish creating any cup we didn't make last week. Explain: Show how to use potters wheel on clay. Students use clay sponge when smoothing clay. Elaborate: Students dip glaze their cups. |