Slab Construction

Ceramics I

What is a Slab?•A slab is a flat

piece of clay that is dried to a leather hard state and then constructed

•We will be using guide sticks to make sure we keep an even thickness with the roller

Project Goals & Lesson Objectives• GLE 1.1.1: Creates, analyzes, and evaluates the elements of

visual arts when producing a work of art.▫ Elements and Principles of Design: Line

• GLE 1.1.2: Creates analyzes and evaluates the elements of visual arts when producing a work of art.▫ Elements and Principles of Design: Shape/Form

• GLE 1.1.7: Creates, analyzes, and evaluates repetition/pattern, contrast, variety, balance, movement/rhythm, proportion, emphasis/dominance, and harmony/unity in a work of art▫ Repetition/pattern, symmetry

• GLE 1.2.1: Analyzes and applies the skills and techniques of visual arts to create original works of arts in two and/or three dimensions▫ Creating an original project

Assignment•You will be

constructing a bird house▫There must be a to

scale blue print drawn first

▫Width and depth can’t be more then 6 inches

▫Height can be taller▫Must have some kind

of creative theme

Blue Print

•Pitched Roof•7 sides

▫1 Floor▫4 Sides

2 square 2 with pointed

tops▫2 Roof Panels Roof

Walls

Walls

Floor

Blue Print

•Flat Roof•6 Sides

▫1 Floor▫4 Walls▫1 Roof

Walls

Walls

FloorRoof

Tips for Success• Keep your templates

just in case!• Slip and score well!!• ALWAYS wet and wrap

your slabs/birdhouse until you are completely finished▫The biggest mistake

made is not taking care of your walls

▫Remember even drying rates

Grading Criteria

•Craftsmanship•Detail and Creativity•Theme Completeness •Symmetry•Surface Texture

Graded on a 3, 2, 1, 0 scaleX 2 [Maximum points = 30]

Finished Project• Turn in a bisqued bird house(30 pts)• Rough draft drawing/templates with teacher signature

and student name (1 bonus point)• Self Evaluation with response and reflection

• You have the option to glaze but it won’t be graded