Dynamic Coil Construction

In general, dynamic means energetic, capable of action and/or change, or forceful, while static means stationary or fixed. While the ceramic pieces we create may not be capable of motion or action, the design of their form can imply motion or action. For our next investigation we will be using coil construction to create a dynamic structure that makes use of light and shadow as a design element. Before you start thinking about the form of your structure lets look at some non-ceramic examples…

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You will begin the process of designing your structure by creating a drawing or series of drawings that gives you a starting point for your construction. Your structure will have the following attributes:

1. It will be made using the coil construction method
2. It will be at least 6 inches tall
3. It will use light and shadow as a design element (when lit from the inside or the outside)
4. The overall form must be dynamic (implying motion or action)