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Material experimentation and documentation
Steder, Scott
Steder, Scott
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2015-04-24
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Steder, Scott. Material Experimentation and Documentation. --In Proceedings: 11th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects. Wichita, KS: Wichita State University, p. 74
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During my first year of Graduate studies I find myself immersed in material study, notably those
indigenous to Kansas. Dealing with themes of time, change, movement, interaction, and play, I
have begun to develop a vocabulary that assumes a relevancy to my contemporaries. My
objective for this project is to conduct an extensive investigation of material found in our
ceramics studio in addition to clay and rocks dug in this region. While making my research
available to others I plan to create a database of my discoveries, engaging in this exploration as a
student, an educator and an enthusiast. This accessible resource will serve as a reference to those
interested in utilizing and unearthing local material. Offering visual evidence and notes on
raw/refined materials, its workability, and the multitude of firing ranges they have been subject
to.
Working in conjunction with the chemistry department at Wichita State University I plan to do
molecular analysis of as many clay samples as possible. This process takes time and sensitive
preparation. Choosing only a few materials to demonstrate the benefits of this process will be
essential to understanding its capabilities as a tool to be used in the ceramic process. Identifying
and documenting the molecular formulas of a material lets us understand how safe it is, what
modifications can be made, and how it will react in the firings.
Ceramic artists, teachers, and students have a wonderfully engaging network. To better my
understanding and extend my discoveries to the rest of my field favors only further investigation
into this limitless pool of resources. The possibilities are both endless and unique, particularly
when you start appropriating local material. I find the importance of this project lies in one's
ability to utilize the information made available. My access to commercial material, ceramic
facilities, and a passion for locating and utilizing indigenous sources allows for this intense
exploration.
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Presented to the 11th Annual Symposium on Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects (GRASP) held at the Heskett Center, Wichita State University, April 24, 2015.
Research completed at Department of Art and Design, College of Fine Arts
Research completed at Department of Art and Design, College of Fine Arts
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Wichita State University. Graduate School
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GRASP
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v.11