ART 390 - Ceramics

    Recent Professors
    Marisa Sayago, Tyler Ames, Tyler J. Ames
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ART 390
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is a beginning ceramic class in hand building and wheel throwing techniques. Clay forming skills of pinch, coil, slab, press, and slump molds are covered, as well as an introduction to the potter's wheel. The geology of clay and glazes is included. Methods of glazing and firing are studied. Historical and modern ceramic traditions provide the context for this course material. Students will need to purchase clay and some required tools. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:30am–11:20am, Mon Wed 11:30am–12:50pm, Tue Thu 5:00pm–5:50pm, Tue Thu 6:00pm–7:20pm