Scoring tool for clay

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Vocabulary relief sculpture score slab slip texture. Shop Crayola Products. Make a pin tool by taping an open paperclip to the end of a pencil. Gather other tools such as a: - rolling pin; - dowel; - garlic press; - toothbrush; - bamboo skewer; - wooden candy apple stick. To make slip begin by placing several lumps of clay into a container and adding a small amount of water. Mix the clay and water together. If it is too watery add more clay and continue to squeeze the clay through your fingers until it disolves.

Mix the clay and water together until it is like thick cream. Use a rolling pin or piece of dowel to roll it into a flat shape about 1. This is called scoring the clay. This is called score and slip technique. Step Six Place a small ball of clay into the garlic press and squeeze it out. Place it on top of the scored and slipped spot.

Gently blend the edges into the slab to make a smooth join. As you roll the clay spread your fingers and apply gentle, even pressure to slowly stretch the clay. Score and slip the spot where you will join the coil to the slab. Place the coil on the prepared spot. Use the back of your fingernail to join the edges to the slab. Smooth the clay with your finger. Add a small amount of slip if needed.

Continue adding and removing clay to create at least 3 levels. Experiment with ways to make different textures. Always remember to score and slip before adding any pieces of clay. Extensions Have students: use one of the lessons available on this website to create an artwork using the ideas they have learned; Egyptian Cartouche Seven Grandfather Teachings Animals in Winter Medicine Wheel Clay Gargoyle Seated Clay Figure teach another student how to make their clay artwork.