Author described a technique, called mandrel rolling, by which hollow clay forms are produced in the process of making a ceramic. (RK)

Describes a printmaking project that has potential, not only as a design activity and for student experience with printing techniques, but also as an image-builder for the program of art education in any school. In this instance students at Woodstown High School, New Jersey, printed a calendar, but other themes may be selected depending on the…

Poor results and frustration prompted the author, an art teacher at Deer Park Junior High School, Deer Park, Texas, to try a method of teaching batik design on material. (Author/RK)

As an extension of their school crafts program, an art teacher improvised a forge and offered students blacksmithing on a limited scale. (Author/RK)

An unique approach toward a deeper understanding of art and artists by elementary school students, author also suggests implications for strengthening the basic skills of reading and writing. (Editor)

Serendipity is the gift of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought for and a doodle is an aimless, unconscious, automatic drawing. Here they are combined in order to create imaginative designs. Briefly discusses five principles of design. (Author/RK)

A tongue depressor is the simplest means of introducing weaving to small children short of paper weaving. Describes techniques used by elementary school children in such a project. (Author/RK)

Here is an inexpensive approach for broadening student knowledge of metal techniques. Electroforming and electroetching are fully described. (Author/RK)

The potter's wheel has been used for centuries as a tool in the production of pitchers, containers for storing and dispensing liquids. Using many traditional and beautiful pitcher shapes as a source of inspiration this potter's wheel project is intended to stimulate creative design concepts, initiate original thought, and encourage experimentation…

In this day of tightening budgets, it is necessary to supplement the available art supplies with free or found materials. One such material is the colorful, patterned wallpaper sample book. Describes one art activity in which the basic material is from wallpaper sample books. (Author/RK)

Describes a project at Columbus East Senior High School, Columbus, Indiana, where supergraphics have been developed to the level of a sophisticated art form. This form of art serves a dual role as a pleasing decorative element and as a means of identification of specific areas within a building. Aside from being a constructive design activity,…

Describes an art project that utilizes inexpensive found objects for making jewelry. (Author/RK)

Describes how a group of upper-elementary students in Highland, Illinois, designed and constructed a large mosaic mural depicting their city. Students were enthusiastic and highly motivated by the project. Widespread publicity excited intense community interest and involvement. The problems of design and construction are discussed. (AM)

An in-school field trip to the boiler room inspired students to an exceptionally high level of achievement in painting. (Editor)

Establishes the case for animation in projects in the art program, organized for upper elementary through the senior high school level. Describes three simple introductory activities to help students understand the basic theory of animation. (Editor/RK)