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Ceramics 3,4 (P) (0233, 0234)

Grade Range:
	11–12
Prerequisites:
	Ceramics 1,2 or instructor’s recommendation. (Only students with average or better ability in ceramics should be counseled into this course.)
Course duration:
	Two semesters
Subject area in which graduation credit will be given:
	Visual and Performing Arts
UC subject area satisfied:
	f - Visual and Performing Arts

Course Description:
	This studio course provides advanced study in hand-built and wheel-thrown construction methods. Students design and apply innovative surface decoration and glazing methods while experimenting with ceramic bodies, including lidded containers, wall pieces, and sculpture. Students develop, refine, and create a series of ceramic objects based on existing works. Individually, students analyze and select their own work for presentation. Collaboratively, they curate an exhibit based on a theme.
State Course Code(s):
	9000 - Visual Art
Basic Texts and Teaching Guides:
	Nigrosh, Claywork: Form & Idea in Ceramic Design, 3rd ed., Davis Publications, 1995. Nigrosh, Sculpting Clay, Davis Publications, 1991. SDUSD VAPA Core Learnings, 2005.

Ceramics 3,4 (P) (0233, 0234)