Registration for the

Summer I session opens

May 18th at 9AM


​Registration for the

Summer II session opens
June 1st at 9AM

Ceramics Classes working with clay


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Summer 2024 Session

Please see our mask policy for classes and certain open studios. Adult sessions are for students 18+ years of age.

Please see our kids classes for more information on classes for youth 18 and under. 


Our Summer programs are split into two sessions- Summer I and Summer II. Each session is 5 weeks long,

unless otherwise marked. All programs listed will be offered both semesters.

 

​Summer I- July 7 - August 10

Summer II- August 18 - September 21

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Brick Stack Arts Center

​All Levels wheelthrowing​​

​​​This class is for students of any level! Join us if you have little or no experience using the potter’s wheel, or if you've been doing it for years. Beginners will learn basic skills such as wedging clay, centering on the wheel, and forming fundamental shapes such as mugs, bowls, plates, and vases. More advanced students will focus on more throwing techniques, strengthening and varying form, and increasing knowledge of glazing. A great class to learn from a teacher and your peers. Class includes demonstrations and personal instruction. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, firing and open studio time. Each session meets for 5 weeks.

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      Sundays | S1, July 7 - August 4 | S2, August 18 - September 15 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Howard Gerstein  | $250

      Tuesdays | S1, July 9 - August 6 | S2, August 20 - September 17 | 10:00am - 1:00pm | David LaPierre | $250 | MASKS REQUIRED 
      Tuesdays | S1, July 9 - August 6 | S2, August 20 - September 17 | 6:30pm - 9:30 pm | David LaPierre | $250 | MASKS REQUIRED 

      Thursdays | S1, July 11 - August 8 | S2, August 22 - September 19 | 10:00am - 1:00pm | David LaPierre | $250 | MASKS REQUIRED

      Fridays | S1, July 12 - August 9 | S2, August 23 - September 20 | 9:00am - 12:00pm | Martha Gold | $250

               


Intermediate Wheelthrowing

This class is for advanced students who have great familiarity with the potter’s wheel! Improve and build upon your knowledge and techniques of wheel throwing. This class will focus on advanced throwing techniques, complex forms, and surface decoration. Class discussions and critiques of fired works will allow students to explore their individual styles. Class includes demonstrations and personal instruction. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, firing and open studio time. Each session meets for 5 weeks.


       Thursdays | S1, July 11 - August 8 | S2, August 22 - September 19 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm | David LaPierre | $250 | MASKS REQUIRED
       Mondays | S1, July 8 - August 5 | S2, August 19 - September 16 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Martha Gold | $250  ​

                 


Handbuilding

Beginners will learn basic handbuilding skills such as slab, coil, and pinch pots, and all students will refine technique, surface treatment, and finishing options.  More advanced students will dig into their own personal style by exploring more complex forms. Class discussions and critiques of fired works will allow students to better explore these individual styles. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, firing and open studio time. Each session meets for 5 weeks.

                

      Wednesdays | S1, July 10 - August 7 | S2, August 21 - September 18 | 9:30am - 1:30pm | Michelle Lougee | $315   

      Wednesdays | S1, July 10 - August 7 | S2, August  21- September 18 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Michelle Lougee | $250 ​


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Sculptural Handbuilding

​This class focuses on turning the fundamentals of handbuilding into pieces of abstract art. Geared towards non-functional ceramic objects, this class will require you to think about shape and movement over utility. Demonstrations on coils, pinching, and slab building will occur throughout the course to help you bring your ideas to life. Some handbuilding experience recommended. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, firing and open studio time. Each session meets for 5 weeks.


       Mondays | S1, July 8 - August 5 | S2, August 19 - September 19 | 10:00am - 1:00pm | Meghan Albee | $250

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