Jenni Ward is a Spectra artist and has worked with numerous in school, afterschool and educational programs teaching clay and sculpture since 2001. If you are interested in having her teach at your location, please review the below information and submit an artist request form.
In-School Program & After School Program
For Grades: K-8
Program Type: Workshop
Create with Clay
Description: Students begin to understand the basics of working in clay using pinch pots, coil building and slab building. They then build on those basic techniques to challenge skills and creativity by creating projects resulting in wares that are functional and sculptural. Students will be given examples of ceramic work (historical and modern) to use as guides and inspiration and will discuss aesthetics and critique the pieces.
Requires: Classroom with sink, kiln, storage area for dry work
Mixed up Sculpting
Description: Students will use a variety of mediums such as clay, wood, wire, paper and plaster to create mixed-media sculptures. They will begin with projects that explore the basic elements of line, plane, form, texture and space. Students will use hand tools, become acquainted with the process of kiln firing and experiment with ways of finishing surfaces. Modern and historical works will be used as guides for suggestion and inspiration. Student works will be discussed and critiqued at the completion of the class to open up a dialogue among them.
Requires: Classroom with sink, kiln, storage area for dry work
Group Installations
Description: Students will work together to create parts of a group sculpture that when assembled will leave a lasting impression upon the school. Installations can be themed or inspired by a school concept and developed specifically for each project. Please see the photos of past projects and contact Jenni Ward to discuss a proposed installation. Projects
Requires: Classroom with sink, kiln, storage area for dry work
Fees:
Hourly Fee: $45
Materials/Kiln Fee: Please contact Jenni Ward regarding these fees
Teacher Orientation Fee: $45. flat fee (applicable to new contracts only)
About the Artist/Teacher:
Jenni Ward received her BFA in Ceramics at Hartford Art School in Connecticut before relocating to the west coast in 1998. She has been a SPECTRA artist since 2001 and has exhibited her sculptures both locally and nationally. In 2005, she opened Earth Art Studio – a sculpture studio and school – in Aptos, where she creates, shows and shares her love of art with others.
Contact Information:
(831) 818-9569