ART 53A - Introduction to Wheel Throwing

    Recent Professors
    Jimenez J. A.
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Students learn various forming techniques, with an emphasis on wheel throwing and the production of functional pottery forms. This course covers beginning problems of centering, throwing and shaping various functional and non-functional pottery. Students will be introduced to the process of glazing and basic firing techniques. Surface design techniques, such as stamping, carving, slip and oxide decoration, wax resist and glaze application methods are covered.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 8:30am–10:50am