Have Loom, Will Travel
Weaving on the Go! with Chris Aulicino uncovers the endless possibilities of weaving on a portable rigid heddle loom. Class meets Thursdays 6-9pm starting May 3 for 4 weeks. Click for more info and registration
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Weekend Warriors Make Craft at BCC
We specialize in Weekend Workshops for beginners to advanced students 13 years to adult. This weekend at BCC April 28-29: Natural Edge Wood Bowls Enameling Intro to Glass Blowing on the Torch
Mother’s Day is Just Around the Corner
Don’t forget to celebrate the mother in your life May 13. Brookfield Craft Center’s Gallery and Gift Shop is open 7 days: Mon-Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 12pm-4pm Choose from hundreds of gifts handmade in the United States and make Mom smile.
Glass Blowing on a Minor Torch
Glass Artist Marta Bernbaum joins the BCC faculty to teach Blowing Bubbles: Introduction to Glass Blowing on the Torch Sat/Sun April 28-29, 10am-5pm This workshop is designed to start students on the path to making hollow beads, sculpture, ornaments and vessels using tubing. Over the weekend students will work on pulling points, making appendages, popping … Read more
Weekend Warriors Make Craft at BCC
We specialize in Weekend Workshops for beginners to advanced students 13 years to adult. This weekend at BCC April 21-22 Wood Pens on the Lathe Glass Beadmaking 101 Jewelry Studio Clean-Up/Tool Repair Day
Master Potter Hayne Bayless at BCC
Join us for a special ceramics workshop. MASTERS SERIES: Happiness is a Warm Extruder with Hayne Bayless Saturday, May 5, 10am-5pm Spend the day with Hayne and fellow enthusiasts for a hands-on workshop on handbuilding. Students will explore extrusion and slab techniques as they relate to making functional stoneware. Myths will be busted and … Read more
BCC Jewelry Studio Newsletter
Download the latest edition of of the BCC Jewelry Studio Newsletter and stay informed about scheduled classes, studio events and more. Features include: Faculty Spotlight Upcoming Classes Design Challenge Bench Tips Cool Tools at the School
Social Media Seminar for Artists
Join us for Writing on the Wall: Social Media for Artists Professional Development Workshop with Artist and BCC Education Director Heather Lawless Saturday, May 19, 10am-12pm The principles of networking haven’t changed in decades, but the social scene is all new. Whether you are apprehensive, dragging your feet, or ready to embrace social networking … Read more
Weaving Basics w/Christine Aulicino
Starting July 5, 2011–This workshop is an introduction to the basics of weaving. Using a portable 2-heddle loom (bring your own or purchase one from us), you will learn how to set up a loom with the warp and how to make a plain weave piece in mixed textures or colors. The first project will be a sampler and you will probably be able to complete two projects.
More Drawing for the Absolute and Utter Beginner: Sketching Techniques
Saturday, July 9 (9:30am – 12:30 pm) with Claire Watson Garcia. Everyone can enjoy learning how to use this loose and spontaneous style of drawing. Absolutely no prior art experience is required! Learning to sketch is a joy in itself, however the sketching line is also an accuracy tool. Learn how to use it to design and conceptualize your work in “try out” form before you commit to larger 3-D work with more costly materials.
Fantastic Lidded Vessels w/Lisa Scroggins
July 11 – August 15, 6 Monday evenings, 6pm-9pm
Students will create lidded vessels with sculptural additions. Pieces will be wheel thrown or hand built depending on students prior experience. Handles and decorative elements will be added to the pieces. Each work will be unique with the student’s individual vision shining through.
Beginning Bowl Turning w/Jim Degen
This is a beginning level class for students with little or no previous turning experience. All aspects of beginning turning will be covered: lathe safety, wood preparation, tool selection and use, basic design, sanding and finishing. Students can expect to complete two bowls during the class. Registration closes June 22.