Download - Pinch Series
PINCH SERIES
FREE CHOICE ASSIGNMENT
YOUR ASSIGNMENT
To create a unique and thoughtful project using the
PINCH POT method
Your pots must have a foot
Your project must explore and show off your refined
skills in pinch
Explore surface decoration through texture,form,
negative space and surface decoration (glaze)
Sculpt your project with the best craftsmanship possible
Create a series of pinch pots (that go together) 3-5
Examples of things to try:
A set of pinch pots - apart or connected as group
Nesting pots – Layered within each other
A pot with a lid – closed form
A large pinch pot – abstract or figurative
Functional pots in a set - cup, planter,
windchime, etc
Your goals as an artist:
This is your first
opportunity to truly
create whatever you
want
Use this opportunity to
communicate your
knowledge and skill to
me, and your point of
view to you peers
Freedom
Choice
Expression
Creativity
Craftsmanship
Follow standard
procedures/directions
NEXT STEPS….
Create 3-5 or more
sketches to show your
idea.
Include how you will
create using a foot
Include your surface
decoration ideas (glaze
and texture)
Class Website/Blog
Check for videos on
specific techniques
New mays to make
feet
How to make a
successful handle
How to add textures