In Blaine High School, we have an art department that consists of many smaller classes. One of these classes is Ceramics, a class focused on using clay to make sculptures. The clay is then usually glazed, then fired into a kiln, reducing it’s original size heavily, while being very hard. Sculptures are sculpted either completely by hand, or assisted by a wheel. Students in the class make a wide variety of objects such as, but not limited to; bottles, teapots, cups, mugs, vases, and all sorts of usable trinkets.  We have a few teachers for ceramics, one of which is Mr. Mesick. Mr. Mesick was asked a bit of questions regarding the ceramics/art department, I was met with these responses.

Interviewer: “How do you feel about the students in your classes?”

Mesick: “I think they do a great job, they work, try…”

I: “Do you think that Ceramics is accessible to most students?”

M: “Yes, easy to be successful, and make something.”

I: “What do you enjoy the most about being a teacher?”

M: “I enjoy the light bulb that goes off, when another work was done.”

I: “How do you think the district feels about the art department?”

M: “Very supportive, cooperative. Encouraged to do our own work, supported by the rest of the staff.”

I: “Lastly, how are you helping students ease into the class?”

M: “I feel like I’m trying to create an accepting atmosphere for the students.”

Ceramics is available for all grades, if you’re interested, sign up?