Clear Creek High School – Ceramics III

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Ceramics III is designed to strengthen a student’s three-dimensional and spatial skills. Students will explore various advanced forms of clay, glazes, tools, and visual expression through ceramics. The study and analysis of a variety of advanced ceramic arts and artists including the history of functional and nonfunctional ceramics will be emphasized. Ceramics IV extends the student’s artistic understanding and experiences as introduced in Ceramics III. Emphasis will be placed on the advanced development of compositional skills and imaginative use of the elements and principles of design in ceramics on a larger scale. This class is designed to develop the student’s commitment to a self-determined area of special interest. Students will implement advanced forms of clay, glazes, tools, and firing techniques to develop a series of artwork based on a personal style and theme. The study and analysis of a variety of advanced ceramic arts and artists including the history of functional and nonfunctional ceramic will be emphasized.