Create a low relief ceramic tile: trace and transfer a design
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can prepare both my design and clay tile.
Key learning points
- Artists can prepare a drawing to be traced by making the outlines darker.
- Artists might use tracing to make a copy of a full scale design.
- Guide sticks can be used to ensure clay is a consistent depth.
Keywords
Trace - drawing over the outline of an image or shape to copy it
Design - the process of planning and creating something
Guide sticks - a tool used to ensure a consistent depth of clay
Common misconception
The rolling pin does not have to rest on the guide sticks to ensure an even consistency of clay.
Remind children that the rolling pin should rest on both of the guide sticks.
Teacher tip
After this lesson, the clay needs to reach a leather hard consistency. Please see additional materials for extra guidence and managing drying times.
Equipment
tracing paper, sharp pencils, masking tape, air dry clay, clay boards, rolling pins, guide sticks
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.A low relief tile has sections that are slightly above the surface.
Q2.Features of a landscape are ...
Q3.What type of research are "facts" about a landscape?
Q4.When creating a model in full scale, the size of your drawing will match the size of the final tile.
Q5.Which description best matches the term "tracing"?
Q6.When tracing over something, the image underneath should be very faded.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does "tracing" mean?
Q2.What is the process of planning and creating something called?
Q3.What do you need to think about when designing a low relief tile of a local landmark?
Q4.What are guide sticks used for?
Q5.Order the steps in making a low relief tile.
Q6.Match the word with its correct definition.
the size or model that is the exact same as the artwork
the parts that make something stand out and easily recognisable
the process of planning and creating something
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