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University of the Arts London

Vol. 3 No. 2 (2018)

Student Contributions

The use of video as an analytical and reflective tool in ceramic training

Published 2018-10-31

  • Giorgio Salani

Giorgio Salani
Central Saint Martins

Abstract

This article discusses the use of video in helping aspiring potters develop their skills at the potter’s wheel. It summarises findings from the author’s doctoral research on British pottery practices, which made effective use of videos to record operations and elicit tacit knowledge involved in making pottery. Many potters are familiar with video tutorials and use videos to promote their work commercially. Showing potters their actions at the wheel can help them map their progress and identify issues to overcome. The study proposes the use of video as a reflective tool for aspiring potters, to advance their progress more efficiently in professional and other learning environments.

Keywords

reflection, video, ceramic training, throwing, pottery, Ceramic Design

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Author Biography

Giorgio Salani

PhD student

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