{"id":167,"date":"2020-12-22T01:42:53","date_gmt":"2020-12-22T01:42:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scholarblogs.emory.edu\/techarthistoryactivities\/?p=167"},"modified":"2023-06-12T05:37:08","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T05:37:08","slug":"caning-workshop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scholarblogs.emory.edu\/techarthistoryactivities\/2020\/12\/22\/caning-workshop\/","title":{"rendered":"Caning Workshop"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Learning Objectives<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n

The purpose of this workshop is:<\/p>\n\n

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  • To understand how mosaic glass is made<\/li>\n\n
  • To recognize the materials used in making mosaic glass<\/li>\n\n
  • To identify the safety hazards of making mosaic glass by substituting molten glass for polymer clay<\/li>\n\n
  • To learn about polymer clay and other modern, synthetic materials<\/li>\n\n
  • To engage in a group discussion about the process of making mosaic glass, caning, and the benefits of synthetic materials.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

    Curricular Tie-Ins<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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    • This workshop allows students to simulate the process of making mosaic glass by replacing the dangerous, molten glass with a safe, non-toxic, synthetic material.<\/li>\n\n
    • The substitution of polymer clay allows for a discussion on modern materials.<\/li>\n\n
    • Students will be able to answer the following central questions after this workshop: -How can modern materials like polymer clay be used in art production? \n
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      • How do conservators work with modern materials when the properties of their longterm aging are still unknown?<\/li>\n\n
      • Students will learn about the glass-making process and how glass is conserved. –<\/li>\n\n
      • Students will learn about the properties of polymer clay and how it and other synthetic materials are conserved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        Segments of Clay for Caning Workshop<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

        Supplies<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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        • Place mat (Clear sheet protector)<\/li>\n\n
        • Polymer Clay of different colors (Sculpy)<\/li>\n\n
        • Ziplock bags<\/li>\n\n
        • Knives<\/li>\n\n
        • Wide popsicle sticks<\/li>\n\n
        • Tray<\/li>\n\n
        • Oven<\/li>\n\n
        • Paper towel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

          Steps<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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          1. Set out mylar placemats over work area<\/li>\n\n
          2. Cut blocks of sculpy souffl\u00e9 clay into small blocks\/chunks for easier use<\/li>\n\n
          3. Roll ~10 small snakes from blocks of clay<\/li>\n\n
          4. Assemble ~5-6 small snakes into one thick cane<\/li>\n\n
          5. Press snakes together so that cane holds<\/li>\n\n
          6. Cut cane into ~1\/8-inch slices<\/li>\n\n
          7. Assemble slices lying horizontal into circular or square pendant ~1-2 inches<\/li>\n\n
          8. Make sure all slices are smushed together so that they don\u2019t fall apart<\/li>\n\n
          9. Poke hole (if you want) with a needle\/skewer for string to be threaded through<\/li>\n\n
          10. Bake pendants ~15 minutes to harden<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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            Student Examples<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

            Tips<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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            • Some clay may be stiff- so warm it up with your hands<\/li>\n\n
            • Roll a snake out using both hands – start in the middle and move your hands outwards<\/li>\n\n
            • Do this as gently as possible<\/li>\n\n
            • Try to keep the size of the rolled-out section consistent so it will be easier to create a uniform design later<\/li>\n\n
            • The snakes do not need to be very long<\/li>\n\n
            • When laying out the cross sections to create the final pendant, squish each piece together as you go.<\/li>\n\n
            • The pieces will not melt and flow together when they are baked.<\/li>\n\n
            • Some dyes may stain your hands so roll out the lighter clays first<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

              Safety<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n

              There are minimal safety concerns in this workshop, as no toxic materials are being handled.<\/p>\n\n

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              • Do not eat the clay polymer material.<\/li>\n\n
              • Be careful when cutting the clay. For children, plastic butter knives can be used to minimize risk of cuts.<\/li>\n\n
              • Be aware that certain clay colors can stain clothing.<\/li>\n\n
              • Be careful not to burn yourself heating\/firing the pieces in the oven (both when removing and when putting them in).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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