ART 4800A 01: Studio Problems Ceramics

ART 4800A - Studio Problems Ceramics

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 42580,

Credit hours: 3

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Instructor

Amanda Spinosa

Email: alspinosa@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Part-time Faculty

Instructor Professional Qualifications: 
Master of Fine Arts, 2D Studies, Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interdisciplinary Studio Art, Youngstown State University

Instructor Office Location: Bliss Hall, 0006

Instructor Office Phone: Art Office (330)-941-3627

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Course Description

4800A. Studio Problems Ceramics. Advanced, independent study in any two- or three-dimensional studio discipline. Prereq.: Senior standing and/or permission of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 s.h. 1-3 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Optional The Ceramics Bible (Original or Revised Edition), The Complete Guide to Materials and Techniques Louisa Taylor
Optional International Ceramic Arts Networks: ICAN Silver Membership

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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How to Succeed in This Course

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Late Work Submission Policy

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Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

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Grading and Grading Scale

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University Policies

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Studio Problems Schdule Outline (Tentative)

Week of Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
8/24 Syllabus, Introductions, Saftey & Studio Policies, Project Proposal
8/31 Bi-Weekly Progress Meeting Student Schedule + Project Proposal Due (1st and 2nd )
9/14 Bi-Weekly Progress Meeting
9/21 First Project Review Due Documentation Due
9/28 Bi-Weekly Progress Meeting
10/12 Bi-Weekly Progress Meeting Midterm Clean-up Second Project Review Due Documentation Due
10/26 Bi-Weekly Progress Meeting
11/9 Bi-Weekly Progress Meeting Third Project Review Due Documentation Due
11/16 Last day to work in wet clay
11/23 Bi-Weekly Progress Meeting
11/30 Final Meeting, Studio Clean up Fourth Project Review Due Documentation Due
12/7 Final Examination, Dec. 9th Wednesday 8-10am

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning. 

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