Ceramics Project

4-H Registration is Open

Start by picking a 4-H Club. Learn more about how to choose your club. 

Explore how various ceramic materials are made including: 

  • Learn what tools are used
  • Learn about different glazes
  • Learn different construction techniques
Two children build a figure out of clay
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Project units are designed for members 8-18 years old.

Units 1 & 2

Inspiring youth to:

  • Learn glazes, glazing, and underglazing techniques
  • Use of elementary tools and equipment
  • Develop a ceramic vocabulary
  • Use of additional tools and equipment
  • Practice skills of basic preparation and techniques for firing
  • Finish and exhibit one or two pieces made using skills described in the manual

Units 3 & 4

Inspiring youth to:

  • Learn overglazing techniques
  • Use skills and techniques associated with unfired finishes
  • Finish and exhibit one or two pieces made using skills described in the manual

Units 5 & 6

Inspiring youth to:

  • Learn how to assemble shoulder plate dolls
  • Learn techniques and skills on how to create a life like doll
  • Use skills related to hand molding
  • Design, plan, and adapt one or two pieces described in the manual
  • Finish and exhibit one or two pieces made using skills described in the manual

All units

 

4 -H Record Books are also called e-Records. Each project has its own record book that members are required to complete each year. The links to e-Records in the specific project areas are below. Record books are turned in at Interview Judging before our County Fair. In June, you will need to schedule an interview for each of your project areas and bring your record book with you to Interview Judging the week of the Larimer County 4-H Fair.

 

We have more information about how to fill out your record books here.

Thinking about signing up for the Ceramics Project? Already enrolled but have questions? Contact us.


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1525 Blue Spruce Dr.     
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2004

Phone: (970) 498-6000

 

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