Empty+Bowls

Welcome to the second lesson in our ceramic unit. This lesson will be used for the annual "Empty Bowls" fundraiser. The "Empty Bowls" Project this year will involve making a sushi plate. This ceramic lesson will center on the "slab" technique.

Each student is to design a unique plate that will demonstrate two objectives: The first objective is to create a //slab// and cut out a functional shape from it (meaning, the shape must be large enough to be useful). The second objective is to slip and score elements to the design of the plate (for example: some coiled legs on the bottom, or a design element on the top part of the plate). In addition to the plate, each student must create a sauce bowl. This too must be functional and relate to the design of the plate, as a set.

Below are some examples of some sushi plates and sauce bowls to help you with your ideas for this project. Pay close attention to the shapes, colors, patterns, textures, etc. Good Luck.