Molds, Forms and Stamps in Plaster for Creating Ceramic Pieces

Students will spend the first few weeks of this class casting plaster forms. Some of the forms will be used for carving texture and patterns into, some will be used for press molding, and some will be used for stamping. During the rest of the class, you will use your newly created tools to make ceramic pieces such as slab build boxes with your carved designs, dishes from the press mold shape you cast, and shapes with relief decorations made from your own stamps. Pieces will be glazed during the last week. Come join the fun and make your own signature ceramic forms and tools. No experience necessary.

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  Vicky Smith

Clay:

Each class includes a materials fee which covers the cost of firing and glazing. In addition to this fee, students will need to purchase clay through the Registration Office at ASLD, which must be done in person. Clay costs are $20 for 25lbs of stoneware, $25 for 25lbs of porcelain.  Please only purchase clay from ASLD, unless approved by the studio manager.  No low-fire clays may be used at ASLD.

Tools:

Community tools are available for student use, in exception of a small sponge. If you prefer personal tools, a basic ceramics tool kit, small sponges and large clean up sponges are available for purchase at the Registration Office.

Other supplies:

Students are encouraged to wear clothes that can get dirty to ceramics class, including close-toed shoes. We also recommend bringing an apron and a towel.

Please review the ceramics studio policies before attending the first class: CERAMICS STUDIO POLICIES