Ceramics Degree at Winthrop University
The making of functional forms in clay is one of mankind’s oldest creative activities. Earth and water transformed in fire, the medium of ceramics continues ancient practices. Working with clay is dependent on a sure sense of touch and an understanding of form.
The program at Winthrop is an exciting and energetic one. Students are expected to become proficient with the basic techniques of hand-building and throwing on the wheel before they develop their own creative direction. A respect for craftsmanship and a knowledge of how forms have been derived from historical references are important to each student’s growth in the subject. The technical understanding of glaze-mixing and kiln-building are included at advanced level.
Exposure to contemporary ceramics artists is maintained through a very active visiting artist program. Graduates have been successful as professional ceramicists, as teachers at all levels of public and higher education and are working in the industrial ceramics field.