Ceramics @ Oxley

During the first lesson of Year 8 ceramics, Mr Bentham introduced the art of ceramics, instructing us on all of the basic knowledge, utilities, and most importantly, how to use clay to make ceramics. At the beginning of the class, we learned the key terms of ceramics as well as words that describe all the things we would be using and learning about throughout our time as potters this semester.

After we had gone through this information, we were introduced to the “potter’s wheel”, the device we would be most commonly using in this class. Mr Bentham then thoroughly explained how to use the wheel so that we could start making our artworks and sculptures. It wasn’t long before everyone had gotten used to using the potter’s wheel and creating their clay into beautiful ceramic bowls.

This was an enjoyable and engaging experience filled with lots of new information and we all can’t wait to continue to learn about ceramics throughout the semester. We thank you, Mr Bentham, for a wonderful and creative start to this elective subject.

Anna S & Charlotte G, Year 8