Clay Coil Vessels - Getting Started

The video tutorial guides students through the process of creating a clay vessel. It begins with preparation steps, including labeling materials. The instructor then demonstrates how to create a slab base using clay and a marker for rolling. Next, the video covers rolling and attaching coils to the base, emphasizing techniques like scoring and slipping. Finally, the tutorial explains how to blend seams and build the vessel's height with additional coils, incorporating patterns and designs.

What should you do before starting to create your clay vessel?

• Paint the clay

• Heat the clay in an oven

• Mix the clay with water

• Label your zip lock bag and base

What is the recommended thickness for the clay slab base?

• As thick as your thumb

• As thick as your index finger

• As thick as your pinky finger

• As thick as your wrist

What tool is suggested for rolling out the clay slab?

• A marker

• A spoon

• A rolling pin

• A knife

What shape should the clay be before starting to roll it into a coil?

• A pyramid

• A sausage shape

• A flat disc

• A cube

What is the purpose of twisting the coil before rolling it again?

• To flatten it

• To dry it out

• To keep it cylindrical

• To make it longer

What is the first step in attaching coils to the slab base?

• Cutting the coil

• Heating the clay

• Scoring the clay

• Painting the coil

What is 'slip' in the context of clay work?

• A mixture of clay and water

• A type of paint

• A tool for cutting

• A drying technique

What tool is used to blend the seam between the coil and the base?

• A plastic spoon

• A rubber band

• A metal knife

• A wooden stick

What is the minimum height the vessel should reach?

• 7 inches

• 10 inches

• 3 inches

• 5 inches

What additional elements can be added to the vessel for design?

• Round ball forms and small slab designs

• Fabric pieces

• Glass beads

• Metal wires