Pottery Class, Workshop, or Course: Which Learning Format Is Right for You?
Explore the differences between pottery classes, workshops, and courses to find the best ceramic workshops near me that fit your skills and schedule.
Ceramics
Pottery vs. Ceramics: What Beginners Should Know Before Choosing a Class
Discover the key differences between pottery and ceramics to choose the right class at Brookfield Craft Center. Learn techniques like wheel-throwing and handbuilding.
What to Expect in Your First Beginner Pottery Class
Learn what to expect in your first beginner pottery class at Brookfield Craft Center, including class flow, what to wear, safety tips, and the pottery firing process.
Wheel Throwing vs. Hand Building: Which Pottery Class Should Beginners Choose?
If you’re searching online for “pottery wheel classes near me,” you’ll likely face a common question: should you sign up for wheel throwing or hand building?
Brookfield Craft Center Open Studio and Demo Day October 12, 12-5pm
Please join us Sunday afternoon, October 12th, from 12pm-5pm as we celebrate hand craft at Brookfield Craft Center. Don’t miss this opportunity to tour our beautiful campus, meet our talented instructors and visit our Gallery Gift Shop. We have many unique handcrafted items for sale made by our instructors, local artisans and artisans from around … Read more
Jean Mann
On August 30, 2013, we lost a longtime member of the local arts community; renowned potter Jean Mann. Jean had a longstanding relationship with the Brookfield Craft Center, having taught and exhibited here on many occasions. Beloved by many Craft Center artists and students, she was very connected to the history and legacy of our … Read more
It Snowed!!
Hot chocolate anyone? You deserve it – sit by the fire enjoying a warm cup of cocoa! Visit our gallery before the next snowfall to get the perfect pots and mugs. We have a great range of colors this year, too. Stop by, we’ve got goodies for you!
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.
Bowl Sampler: Clay, Glass + Wood w/Lisa Scroggins, Barbara Galazzo, & Buster Shaw (starts July 6, 2011)
Here is your chance to work in 3 different mediums in one class! In 7 weeks each student will create multiple bowls and develop a new love of mediums they may never have tried before. Hurry… space is limited to just 6 students: the registration has been extended until June 22.
Starting April 13: High Fire Ceramics
This class will take advantage of the Craft Center’s gas kiln and will “high fire” stoneware and porcelain in reduction to Cone 10. All levels are welcome as students work at their own pace with instructor Sarah Bernhardt on projects of their choice in a creative studio environment.
Ceramics 101: Learn About Clay
Starts April 11: This evening class offers students a wide and wonderful sampling of ceramic techniques, a sure match for every type of artistic interest and expression. Students can expect to go home with a collection of work, and build on the basics for a rewarding, creative adventure.
Try an Evening Class!
Weekends not your thing? Why not try one of these evening classes that BCC is offering in the weeks ahead. After you’ve spent a day at work, treat yourself to learning the skills of a craft artist: discover mold making in ceramic and glass, or how to solder metal to create fine jewelry.