Communication, Arts & Leisure Sciences

4-H Ceramics Project

The Colorado 4‑H Ceramics Project introduces youth to the art of creating and finishing ceramic pieces.

• Units 1–2 teach foundational hand‑building skills using clay.
• Units 3–6 focus on glazing techniques, allowing members to experiment with color and finishes.
• Unit 7 invites youth to create clay sculptures, Unit 8 provides experience with wheel‑thrown pottery.
• Unit 9 explores working with production molds.
• Members may choose to hand‑build their pieces or purchase greenware/bisqueware for glazing in Units 3–6.

Throughout the project, young ceramists learn about design principles, tool use, ceramics terminology, planning, preparing, shaping, firing, and completing one or two exhibit‑ready pieces. Guidance on troubleshooting and evaluating their work helps them strengthen both technique and artistic craftsmanship.

Learn more about the 4-H Ceramics project on Colorado 4-H.