Intro to Ceramic World
DURATION:
15 hours
5 Lectures
Schedule:
Once a week:
12:00-15:00
The course aims to provide an introduction to the world of ceramics. Students will have the opportunity to learn clay techniques in a renowned workshop, creating unforgettable experiences.
Throughout the course, participants will learn various techniques to shape clay according to their preferences, as well as methods to paint and glaze their creations. They will also gain proficiency in working with kilns and different baking modes.
By the end of the course, participants will be capable of producing ceramic products from initial creation to final use. The course can also be viewed as a form of art therapy, offering therapeutic benefits alongside artistic skill development.
Ceramics have been central to Georgian culture throughout history, from ancient civilizations like Kura-Araxes and Trialeti to the Medieval period. Pottery served as a means for Georgian ancestors to depict and adorn their culture, religion, and social life.
Certificate
Upon successful completion of the program, a certificate of the Kettari Academy will be issued to the graduate
Scope – 10 hours.
Course goal – The course aims to introduce the ceramic world. Today there are several very famous ceramics workshops and studios in the country. Our students will learn the techniques of clay in one of these workshops, which will be an unforgettable experience. Participants will be able to paint and glaze their artwork and learn how to work with the oven. At the end of the course, the participants will be able to make ceramic artwork using different technologies. The course can identify as Art Therapy.
Like other ancient nations, ceramics are a big part of both the past and present of Georgian culture. From the cultures of Kura-Araxes and Trialeti, the ancient era to the Medieval period, ceramic artifacts show that pottery was a way for Georgians to accessorize their culture and religion.
Categories of listeners – Craft lovers, enthusiasts, people who search for satisfying work.
Form of training – Sunday courses, in person/live.
Head of the course, the trainer – Irine Mujiri, Co-founder of Ceramic studio “Commodus Ceramics”, specialized in Architecture Interior Design and Ceramics Home Decor.
Partner – Commodus Ceramics
Syllabus
| № | Name of topics | Total hours of labor intensity | Including | |
| Lectures | Practical training | |||
| 1. | – Welcome/Introduction to course
– History of clay making in Georgia – Introduction of materials, which will be used during hole course – Practical Hour: – Students will make sketches on the paper before they start to work with clay – Students will start with the easiest method, to make signboards. |
2 | 30 min | 1.30 Hours |
| 2. | – Arrangement of the surface of their ceramic work
– Preparation of the ceramic work for the kiln (for first firing) – Students will learn how to arrange ceramic kiln – Kiln firing system – Sculpture |
2 | 15 min | 1.45 Hours |
| 3. | – Kiln opening
– Arranging their art works surface to paint on -Painting with ready paints on their art works |
2 | 15 min | 1.45 Hours |
| 4. | – Glazing
– Learning how to arrange the kiln for the second (final) firing |
2 | 0.15 min | 1.45 Hours |
| 5. | Final day (Bonus meeting)
Participants will open the kiln and be able to take their ready artworks |
2 | 0.15 min | 1.45 Hours |
