ART 119A - Beginning Ceramics I

    Recent Professors
    Catherine I. Church, Kristin L. Boles
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    10–14 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ART 119A
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This is an introductory course to the concepts and techniques of the ceramic medium with an emphasis on artistic visual expression. Students will be introduced to the history and theory of both the functional vessel and ceramic sculpture through hands-on experimentation and the examination of artworks of historical and contemporary ceramic artists. Experiences in critical analysis, concept design, clay preparation, hand-building methods such as pinch, coil, and slab construction, wheel-throwing techniques, glazing, and a basic knowledge of kilns and the firing process are emphasized.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:00pm–1:50pm, Mon Wed 2:00pm–4:05pm, Mon Wed 9:00am–11:50am, Tue Thu 5:00pm–5:50pm