Slab Constructed Box With Texture

Slab Constructed Box With Texture

The next assignment will challenge you to construct a ceramic box using the slab building technique.
The box requirements are:

•  minimum of 4 sides, a base and a lid 
•  at least 2 different textures (the entire box does not have to  be covered texture. Smooth areas are a nice contrast to textured areas.)   
• minimum size of 6"x6"x6"
• handle
• feet                       

You are not limited to a rectangular or cub form. Your box may be a pyramid, octagon, etc. Be creative and think outside of the box!

Sketchbook/ Journal Homework Assignment Due May 1, 2013
Journaling
Define the following vocabulary:
                          slab
                          leather hard
                          coil
                          texture

Watch the following videos and write out the steps required to create a slab constructed box. Include details such as tools used and why the steps are necessary.
Tips and Techniques for Slab Built Pottery
Rolling texture into  a slab

Sketchbook
Plan out your box by sketching all sides of the box (except the base). Also include sketches, references or bring in actual objects to use as inspiration for texture.