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Class Experience
In this clay pottery class we will make 2 simple pinch pots and attach them together... creating a ball.... smooth the seam.... add a stem. Carve a face. Indent and scratch lines on the pumpkin and stem. The pumpkin will be hallow. Step by step instructions will be available on google slides and a finished model will be available at the start of class so students can see what they are making that day. My camera will be on my work tables so students can see how my hands are working to...
Students will learn to pinch clay, to squeeze clay, and to roll clay. I will explain how the clay dries and how to bake it according to the type of clay they bring to class. Learners will by the end of class know how to make a coil, an imprint, an animal shape, a bowl, and a pinch pot. Why Clay? 1. It's therapeutic. Simply the act of molding clay in one's hands whether you're a child or an adult can be very calming. Remember those stress balls that were once so popular? Manipulating the clay can help relieve stress or even be an outlet for young children who physically express their emotions. 2. It's an outstanding sensory development activity 3. It's play based learning. You might not realize it, but playing with clay is promoting minds to get busy by thinking about what they're going to create and how they're going to create it. This type of creative play promotes imaginative problem-solving skills.
I have experience working with clay all my life. I worked on the pottery wheel in art class in junior and high school. I have my own pottery wheel in my house. I am certified to teach art in the state of MA. I have a BA and an MA in Sociology.
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2 to 5 lbs of clay.(or less if taking just this one class) a pencil ( to write in the clay) a bowl of water a dull butter knife( to cut the clay) a string(to cut the clay) a sponge( to clean work surface) Clay: self hardening clay or air dry clay in any color. It usually comes in black or white. Any local art or craft supply store will carry self hardening clay. It is also sometimes called air dry clay. Or the clay to be fired later can be used for this class and then fins a clay shop to fire the clay
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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30 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
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Teacher
About Me
Hi. I am Julie and I currently live in Massachusetts. I teach art (drawing, clay) and puppy/dog training classes(life skills). I am certified to teach art in Massachusetts. I am certified to teach Elementary school in NH, and FL. I have been...
