Ceramics at RISD involves a rigorous, hands-on investigation of clay and its histories, along with an exploration of contemporary practices and ideas. The professors in the department are all practicing artists, as is the full-time technician. Through critiques, lectures, demonstrations, fieldtrips and one-on-one conversations, they support you as you discover your artistic strengths, develop a personal voice and express your range of experiences.

At RISD you will work in private and communal workspaces where you can comfortably exchange ideas with fellow students and faculty. Here you are welcome to use the jigger wheel, ram press, pug mill, slab roller, clay mixers, blunger, throwing wheels, rolling worktables, extruder, high-speed grinder, laser printer for ceramic decals and photo booth. Computers and software are available for working with digital images, glaze formulation and remote kiln firing

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