4 Week Thrown and Altered Class (Tier 2)

The goal of Thrown and Altered is to learn multiple techniques of making unique, complex forms from round, thrown pieces. You can choose to make functional or sculptural pieces in this fun class! We will be challenging your thinking processes in the class. Sketchbooks are required for this class. This can be printer paper stapled together. We want you pre-thinking your designs and trying out different options without having to fully making the pot. We want you to be intentional.   Week one: Discuss thrown and altered methods. Practice methods together.Week two: Come to class with 4 sketches, in class choose 2 sketches to complete. Demonstration and practice altered decorating techniques. Start throwing formsWeek three: Guided altering of vessels from week 2. Vessels should be leather hard and able to alter. Week four: Greenware critique fix any suggested alterations. Students are responsible for keeping pots “editable” no leather hard pots at greenware critique. Class lasts 2 hours. Th