Introduction to Clay in the Classroom k-12

Introduction to Clay in the Classroom k-12

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  Introduction to Clay!
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  What is clay? •Clay is a soft, moist, earthy material that is made from eroded rocks.
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  Methods of Workingwith Clay • Pinch • Slab • Coil • Wheel
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  Pinching • When youuse the pinching method you use your fingers to help manipulate the clay into the shape you want. (Pinch-pot)
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  Coil • A coilis a rope- like piece of clay. You roll it out with your hands and them create your form with it!
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  Slab • A slabis a flat piece of clay. Slab can be rolled out with a rolling pin or a slab roller. Artists often use coils to hold slabs together.
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  Wheel • A potterywheel can be used to create ceramic pieces like vases, plates, bowls, etc. A spinning wheel rotates quickly while the artist uses his/her hands to shape the clay.
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  Kiln The Journey ofClay Greenware Leatherhard Kiln Bisqueware Glazing Ceramics!