Gathering ideas and making an art work from clay

For this lesson we will look at the work of two artists who work with clay. We will use their work as inspiration for our own making. We will gather ideas in our sketchbook and begin to make our artwork out of clay. We will evaluate our work as it progresses.

Gathering ideas and making an art work from clay

For this lesson we will look at the work of two artists who work with clay. We will use their work as inspiration for our own making. We will gather ideas in our sketchbook and begin to make our artwork out of clay. We will evaluate our work as it progresses.

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Know about and describe the work of some artists, craftspeople, architects and designers who use ceramics as their key process.
  2. Can take the time to reflect upon what they like and what they might need to work on in their piece, in order to develop their ideas further.
  3. Can explore carving, sculpting and creating a vessel.

Equipment

This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.

Content guidance

  • Equipment requiring safe usage.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended.

Licence

This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.

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UnitArt and design / Ceramics

Art and design