Ceramics

Studio art supplies can be expensive. Lab fees may be required.

VAFA181
Introduction to Ceramics

Lectures, demonstrations, and practice introduce students to the historical, cultural, scientific, creative, and expressive basis of ceramics. Developing a personal viewpoint as an outgrowth of the ceramic process is encouraged by emphasizing historical perspectives, design, basic pottery skills, and exploration.
Prerequisite: None    Corequisite:None
3 credits

VAFA282
Ceramics II

Emphasis is placed on developing a consistent body of work stressing wheel work and hand building. Laboratory and practical study of clays and glazes are explored. Slide presentations, lecture, and demonstrations expose students to the history of world ceramics and current techniques used by today’s ceramic artists and industry.
Prerequisite: VAFA181 (C or better)    Corequisite:None
3 credits