Courses Offered
STUDIO ARTS 3D: CERAMICS 10 (MVAC-10)
Prerequisite: in Grade 9
Ceramics 10 is an introduction to the medium of clay. Typically, Ceramics 10 is taken by Grade 9 students. This is an entry level Ceramics course where you will learn the foundational skills for working with clay. You will learn how to make pinch pots, join pieces together, “draw” into the clay, and use coils and slabs for construction. Through these techniques you will make a variety of projects. You will learn about the kilns and how they function, and the difference between a bisque fire and a glaze fire. You will learn about glazes, and how to apply glaze and underglaze. As you develop your skill set, you will have the opportunity to create independent projects of your choosing. One of the wonderful aspects of Ceramics is that it is both creative and functional: you can make decorative/ sculptural pieces, and you can make bowls and mugs that you can use! Ceramics is a course that allows you to experiment and get creative with clay, and you do not need a prerequisite for this course. It is available to all students. The only thing you need to know is that you will have fun, get a little dirty, and try something new. If you have any questions, please come see Mrs. Johnson in room 108.
STUDIO ARTS 3D: CERAMICS 11 (MVAC-11)
Prerequisite: in Grade 10, 11, or 12
Ceramics 11 is available as BOTH an introductory course, and as a follow-up to Ceramics 10. Typically, if you are in grade 10, 11, or 12, and have no experience with clay, this is the course for you! And if you have taken Ceramics 10, this is ALSO the course for you. Please read the Ceramics 10 course description for an overview of the introductory course. In Ceramics 11 you build on the skills learned in Ceramics 10. We create an array of projects to develop and further enhance your skills. You will have an opportunity to choose projects from an assigned list. As well, you will have an opportunity to create projects of your choosing- the only limitation is your imagination! In Ceramics 11, you will have an opportunity to create both functional and creative pieces. Some examples of projects you can choose from are: a creative birdhouse, a thematic game board, a bowl on the wheel, a landscape tray, a butter dish, and many more. You will learn new techniques like graffito, and staining. There is no prerequisite for Ceramics 11, although Ceramics 10 is recommended. Come prepared to learn new skills, be creative, get a little dirty, and have some fun. If you have any questions, please come see Mrs. Johnson in room 108.
STUDIO ARTS 3D: CERAMICS 12 (MVAC-12)
Prerequisite: Ceramics 11 or in Grade 12.
Ceramics 12 is for you if you have taken Ceramics 11, or if you are in Grade 12 and have never taken Ceramics 11. In Ceramics 12 we build on the skills learned in Ceramics 11. You will create an array of projects to develop and further enhance your skills. You will have an opportunity to choose projects from an assigned list. As well, you will have an opportunity to create projects of your choosing- the only limitation is your imagination! In Ceramics 12, you will have an opportunity to create both functional and creative pieces. Some examples of projects you can choose from are a teapot, a bowl on the wheel, a shoe, wind chimes, dish sets, a zombie sculpture, and many more. You will learn to apply techniques in new ways. Come prepared to learn new skills, be creative, get a little dirty, and have some fun. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Johnson in room 108.
ADVANCED ARTS EDUCATION 12 - CERAMICS (YVPA2C)
Prerequisite: Ceramics 12
Advanced Arts Education 12 – Ceramics is a student directed/teacher supported course. You can take Advanced Arts Education 12 – Ceramics once you have completed Ceramics 12. In this course, you can choose your focal points. Perhaps you want to enhance and further develop your expertise on the wheel, expand your hand-building techniques, or work in sculpture. The options are endless! Anyone who has taken Ceramics 12 is eligible to take this course. The goal is that you have an opportunity to really focus on the areas of ceramics that most intrigue and inspire you. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Johnson in room 108.