{Ceramics 1} Focus/Closure for Tuesday, 9/24

{Ceramics 1}
9/24/13

Focus:

Kiln:  A structure built to fire clay at high temperatures. 

Electric Kiln:  It has evenly spaced heating elements that encircle the firing chamber.  Safer and cleaner than other power sources; however, if inside, it needs to be well ventilated to let carbon monoxide and other gases out of room.  Temperature is controlled by a setting and a timer that automatically goes on or off.

Gas Kiln:  Fueled by natural gas via a hookup to a tank.  They can be hand built using soft bricks.  Control temperature by increasing or decreasing the amount of fuel used during firing. 

Objectives:

*Both Symmetrical and Organic Pinch Pots should be completed by Wednesday.  

*Have your Themed Pot with Lid approved by me before starting.

*Begin creating Themed Pinch Pot and Lid.

*A Demonstration of lids and how to attach a flange and pull.

Closure:

What kind of kiln do we use at BTHS?