Focus: (Two definitions to write down).
Grog: Crushed fired clay that is added to wet clay to reduce shrinkage. It is what gives the clay a sandy or rough feel.
Wedging: Working the clay in a way that creates a
more even clay and eliminates air pockets. If you do not eliminates air
pockets, you will create a pot that could blow up in the kiln and also
destroy other student's work. We use a technique called the "Ram's Head
Spiral."
Objectives for today:
1. Continue to recycle clay, as needed.
2. Continue to wedge clay, as needed.
3. Make practice pinch pots.
4. Go over Pinch Pot Unit.
Closure: When can you not recycle clay?
