Difference between revisions of "Ceramics Area"
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== General Information == | == General Information == | ||
| − | The ceramics studio is an enclosed air conditioned space and is approximately 375 square feet. [[User:Susan De Wit|Susan De Wit]] is the Ceramics | + | The ceramics studio is an enclosed air conditioned space and is approximately 375 square feet. [[User:Susan De Wit|Susan De Wit]] is the Ceramics Area Lead. |
Clay when mixed with proper amounts of H2O becomes a plastic substance. It is made from alumina and silica. It may or may not have other additives. When dried and heated to extreme temperatures it loses its plasticity. It can be coated with silica or clay based emulsions that when dried and reheated to extreme temperatures creates a permanent surface. Clay is useful for all kinds of things limited only by your imagination. It can be a toilet or the basic component in makeup. It can be a coffee cup or a tile on a space shuttle. | Clay when mixed with proper amounts of H2O becomes a plastic substance. It is made from alumina and silica. It may or may not have other additives. When dried and heated to extreme temperatures it loses its plasticity. It can be coated with silica or clay based emulsions that when dried and reheated to extreme temperatures creates a permanent surface. Clay is useful for all kinds of things limited only by your imagination. It can be a toilet or the basic component in makeup. It can be a coffee cup or a tile on a space shuttle. | ||
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== Equipment training == | == Equipment training == | ||
| − | Individuals will need a single training session to use all other clay studio equipment. This includes the wheels, the extruder, and any other equipment the | + | Individuals will need a single training session to use all other clay studio equipment. This includes the wheels, the extruder, and any other equipment the Area Lead feels is necessary. |
During workshops, classes, etc. access maybe limited due to space availability. | During workshops, classes, etc. access maybe limited due to space availability. | ||
Revision as of 10:24, 24 March 2017
Contents
General Information
The ceramics studio is an enclosed air conditioned space and is approximately 375 square feet. Susan De Wit is the Ceramics Area Lead.
Clay when mixed with proper amounts of H2O becomes a plastic substance. It is made from alumina and silica. It may or may not have other additives. When dried and heated to extreme temperatures it loses its plasticity. It can be coated with silica or clay based emulsions that when dried and reheated to extreme temperatures creates a permanent surface. Clay is useful for all kinds of things limited only by your imagination. It can be a toilet or the basic component in makeup. It can be a coffee cup or a tile on a space shuttle.
Ceramics Studio Access Policy
Every member 12 or older shall have access to the clay studio. Members under 12 shall have access with a member adult to supervise. No one under 10, without prior experience, shall have access to the wheels used for throwing. Guests need to have a member present.
No access to kiln area shall be permitted without authorization. Authorization shall consist of the following training.
Bisque firing
Have basic knowledge of how to handle dry clay. Have an understanding of how the kiln works at bisque temperatures. Be present twice to watch loading of bisque firing and the process involved in starting the kiln. Be supervised twice while loading and firing the bisque.
Glaze firing
Must be authorized in Bisque firing. Have basic knowledge of glaze materials and what happens to them as they melt. Have an understanding of how the kiln works at glaze temperatures. Be present once to watch the loading process firing and the process involved in starting the kiln. Be supervised three times while loading and firing a glaze firing.
Equipment training
Individuals will need a single training session to use all other clay studio equipment. This includes the wheels, the extruder, and any other equipment the Area Lead feels is necessary.
During workshops, classes, etc. access maybe limited due to space availability.
Equipment List
| Picture | What | Manufacturer | Model | Power | Status | Expert | How To |
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Melter and Ladle | Lee | 110 | Works | James S? | instructions | |
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Electric Kiln | Skutt | Model-K | 220 | Works | Susan DeWit | |
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Pottery Wheel | Creative Industries | Model JR | 110 | ? | Sean Whalen |
