Week 6 Readings
1. The “Portfolio Pack”
What you will learn this week
By the end of Week 6, you will be able to:
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plan and produce portfolio-ready documentation (six views + captions)
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write a clear object label and a short maker statement
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describe process choices and limitations ethically (materials, use, safety notes)
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create accessibility-friendly text (alt text + clear captions)
Real-world lens (why this matters)
In ceramics, opportunities often depend on how clearly you can communicate your work:
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applications (study, residencies, exhibitions)
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collaboration (studio teams, industry partners)
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education and outreach
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professional online presence
Your Week 6 output (a “Portfolio Pack”)
You will produce:
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6-view documentation plan (or photos if you have them)
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Captions (one line each)
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90-word object label (from Unit 3 method)
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Maker statement (120–160 words)
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Process note + limitations (60–90 words)
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Accessibility text (alt text for 2 images)
