Unit: Pinch Pottery

Students Will Be Able To: Analyze the progression of pottery, compare theme-based
symbolism found on decorations to other cultures pottery, grasp the aesthetic value of pottery,
and create their own original piece of pottery using the pinch pottery technique that depicts a
modern theme.
Art History:
History of clay, firing, glazing, and techniques (Pinch, Slab, Coil, and Thrown)
Native American Coil and pinch techniques with geometric designs (1100 BC)
Egyptian coil and pinch techniques (4000 BC)
Chinese found oldest pottery - 18,000 years old pot found in Yuchanyan Cave
Greek pottery progression of design can be followed and traced significantly (Stone age
to Red Figure)
Art Production/ Goal:
Create a piece of pinch pottery that shows mastery of pinching technique
Base and walls must have consistent density to ensure even drying time
Theme depicted throughout the piece using clay tools -scratched/carved or attached on
Glazed after first firing, colors must coordinate with theme
Skills Learned/Activities:
Wedging prepare the clay for use and learn its characteristics
Pinch pottery process form a sphere then pinch the walls as desired
Designing explore the variety of simple tools to create theme based designs
Storing, Glazing, and firing techniques
Daily Art Journal questions consisting of pinch pottery critiques and process analysis
NJCCCS of Visual Art 2014:
1.1.8.D.2 Compare and contrast various masterworks of art from diverse cultures, and
identify elements of the works that relate to specific cultural heritages.
1.2.8.A.1 Map historical innovations in visual art that were caused by creation of new
technologies.
1.3.8.D.1 Incorporate various art elements and the in the creation of 2-D and 3-D artworks,
using a broad array of art media and art mediums to enhance the expression of creative
ideas.
1.3.8.D.2 Apply various art media, art mediums, technologies, and processes in the creation
of allegorical, theme-based, 2D/3D works of art, using tools and technologies appropriate to
theme
1.3.8.D.4 Delineate the thematic content of multicultural artworks, and plan, design, and
execute multiple solutions to challenging visual arts problems, expressing similar thematic
content.
1.3.8.D.5 Examine the characteristics, thematic content, and symbolism found in works of
art from diverse cultural and historical eras, and use these visual statements as inspiration for
original artworks.
1.4.8.A.7 Analyze the form, function, craftsmanship, and originality of representative works
of dance, music, theatre, and visual art
Assessment:

Pre-assessment class discussion and journal questions

Student-Teacher constructive critiques throughout production time
Post-assessment Art class rubric

Modification/Accommodations:

Extra time for writing prompts

Repeat directions constantly
Hands on demonstrations for all learners
Redirect/keep students focused on project
Allow for choice, selection, and personalization

Provide translations of writing activities/information for ESL beginners