didn't show up for me either, so i reposted

This project was so incredibly early in the year that it's hard to recall how I really felt when making it, but looking back at the finished pieces, I'm not disappointed.  I don't mind the glaze choices, because even though they seem random, I actually did think about choosing them. It was successful in that I met the time restrictions easily - a testament to its early assignment date. 

ummmm

http://www.keilohceramics.blogspot.com/

honestly ms. reardon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVkdfJ9PkRQ

it's just gotta happen,

my boat is not floating :(

uhhhhhh

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The maker of this tea bowl is unknown.

Principles of Art

Form, line, contrast, shape, texture.

It is the product of a chinese Ge kiln, of which no documentation nor actual kiln sites have been found. Authentic pieces are on display across China, believed to have been made in the Song Dynasty.

iunno

"The Artsream Ceramic Library is a social-outreach project whose mission is to connect contemporary functional ceramics with ordinary people."

This group was founded on, I'm sure, incredibly good intentions and a want to extend culture to those who wouldn't ordinarily have access. Programs such as this are indeed necessary, as America's reputation for lack of class and culture becomes more profound, but unfortunately some of the stipulations of the ceramic library may in fact hinder its overall goal.

What demographic would an outreach group such as this be aimed towards? Surely one who has little art experience. The library's requirement of submitting another piece of art in return may deter those who wish to participate but feel as though they don't have talent or means.

Also, on a personal level, I would be more hesitant to "check out" something that can be so easily broken. Especially if it is necessary for me to rely on such a program to observe culture, then it might be assumed that the $30-90 dollars owed for breaking a piece would be sorely missed.

The project will struggle to succeed in a high school environment. Some may participate due to a genuine interest but others will feel obligated to do so and will be the lifeblood of the operation.