Morehead State University
Developing Ceramic Form Through Technology: Exploring AutoCad as a Means of Production in the Ceramic Arts
Institution
Morehead State University
Faculty Advisor/ Mentor
Kira Campbell
Abstract
The purpose of this project was to investigate and implement the use of AutoCad and rapidprototyping technology in the production of ceramic forms. We began by developing a series of functional forms using hand building methods. Those forms were then refined using the AutoCad software. We then output the forms using rapid-prototyping technology. These 'masters' were used to create molds for slip-casting the forms, which were then kiln fired. Our goal was to determine whether the use of AutoCad provides the ceramic artist/technician with a sufficiently flexible platform on which to design work that is aesthetically and functionally sound. Our secondary goal was to determine if work produced in this way is qualifiably different than the same work produced by hand.
Developing Ceramic Form Through Technology: Exploring AutoCad as a Means of Production in the Ceramic Arts
The purpose of this project was to investigate and implement the use of AutoCad and rapidprototyping technology in the production of ceramic forms. We began by developing a series of functional forms using hand building methods. Those forms were then refined using the AutoCad software. We then output the forms using rapid-prototyping technology. These 'masters' were used to create molds for slip-casting the forms, which were then kiln fired. Our goal was to determine whether the use of AutoCad provides the ceramic artist/technician with a sufficiently flexible platform on which to design work that is aesthetically and functionally sound. Our secondary goal was to determine if work produced in this way is qualifiably different than the same work produced by hand.