Ceramics

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Welcome to AccessArt: Ceramics

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Ceramics is a broad term used for objects made of clay. Clay is an ideal material for exploring various forms and textures which is why it is so commonly used to make both functional and non-functional objects, like tiles, plates and sculptures.

Ceramics usually requires the use of a kiln to harden the clay, but even without a kiln, there are many ways to use air-dry clay for exploring modelling and construction in both functional and imaginative projects.

Enjoy this collection of resources, all of which are easily adaptable for all ages and settings. 

DIP YOUR TOES INTO CERAMICS

Explore these sample resources to help introduce clay work to your learners

How to clay play

Applying textures with a fork to damp clay

Chimera Drawings into Beautiful Terracotta Tiles

Finished tiles at the Little Art Studio, Sheffield

Pinch Pots

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Explore ceramicists

Explore ceramicists who use clay to make decorative, functional and expressive pieces

Saya McNairn-Yanagi

A line of ceramic pots on a shelf.

Phoebe Cummings

1. Phoebe Cummings, detail from residency studio, 2010 ©Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Explore Ceramic Materials

Clay is a fantastic medium through which to explore your sense of touch. Build understanding of how clay behaves, and overtime, how skills can build to create objects which transform as the clay hardens. 

Explore Clay

Clay Pinch Pots and Pendants Inspired By Stone Age Pots by Charlotte Puddephatt

See All AccessArt Ceramics Resources

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