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Students created  a three‑dimensional relief landscape tile informed by observation of their local environment. As part of their visual research, they produced a series of drawings and photographs that examined the lines, shapes and textures present within the landscape. As part of this research, students also examined how perspective works in a landscape, identifying foreground, midground and background elements and considering how these layers could be carved to create a sense of depth.

Using a reduction technique, students carved into the clay to establish depth, structure, and surface variation, developing an understanding of how subtractive processes can be used to construct a composition and examining perspective. Following the initial firing, students applied colour using a primary‑colour palette, mixing and layering hues to accurately reflect the tonal qualities of their chosen landscape. The completed tiles demonstrate a synthesis of observational research, technical skill and creative interpretation.