Clay Classes for Adults
Parent and Child Wheel
- Saturdays, March 6-April 3, 10-11:30am
- Limit: 10
This five-week class will introduce young and younger alike to working with clay using the potter’s wheel while having a memorable experience with your child, aged 4-9. Students will practice basic wheel working techniques and will also be introduced to handle making, trimming and glazing. Parents and children will each use their own wheel. Parents are expected to help monitor their child. All clay, tools, glazes and firings are included. (CLASS CODE: 811539-1) - $150/pair, $135/pair BCA members
- register online
- Instructor: Kim O’Brien
- Location: Clay Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Catherine Ward
cward@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Clay Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription: please visit our studio blog at http://bcaclaystudio.blogspot.comLocated at 250 Main Street in the Memorial Auditorium, our Clay Studio is a fully equipped ceramics studio offering classes for the novice to the expert. Our classes and workshops offer an array of clay and craft experiences in such mediums as hand building, wheel throwing, sculpture, silversmithing, fiber arts and more. Our large, sunny studio has three classrooms, 14 pottery wheels, three kilns, a slab roller, extruder and a wide variety of hand tools to enhance your project design. There are also more than 100 glaze combinations available to complete your ceramic work. We offer extensive open studio hours for those who choose to pursue clay through our many classes. Our studio use is also available for monthly rental for those that wish to explore their art at their leisure. Children’s classes and family activities are available year round.
STUDIO RATES
- $50/month
Monthly studio rentals offer more than 20 hours of studio use during weekdays, evenings and weekends, and includes glazes and kiln firings. Clay sold separately for $20/25lb bag.
Become a BCA Member and save 10%!
STUDIO BENEFITS
- Use of wheels, slab roller, extruder and facilities
- More than 20 studio hours per week, many on weekends
- Storage space for work and supplies
- Opportunities to exhibit work Hours of Operation: Current Open Studio Hours MARCH Open Clay Studio & Rental Hours Monday: 9:00am-1:00pm Tuesday: 6:30-9:00pm Wednesday: 6:30-9:00pm Thursday: 9:00-1:00pm 6:00-10:00pm Friday: 3:00-5:00pm Saturday: 11:30-1:00pm 3-7pm Sunday: 10-1pm 3-7pm Studio hours change monthly based on class schedules. The Clay Studio is open to the public Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm for studio tours, inquiries, and to pick up work. Call the studio at 802.860.7474 for more information.
Wheel-Throwing I
- Mondays, January 25- March 15, 6-8:30pm
- Limit: 12
This class is an introduction to clay, pottery and the ceramics studio. Students will be working primarily on the potter’s wheel learning basic throwing and forming techniques. Projects may include vases, mugs, plates, and bowls. Students will also be guided through the various finishing techniques using the studio’s house slips and glazes. No experience necessary! Over 20 hrs/week of open studio time to practice. (CLASS CODE: 811510-1)
Clay sold separately at $20/25 lb bag, glazes and firings included - This Class Is Full
- Instructor: Catherine WardStudio 250 Manager
ABRAHAM is a working ceramic sculpture artist and studio potter. She received a BFA in graphic design from Buffalo State College and a MFA in ceramic sculpture from the University of Arizona. She is also a certified art teacher and loves to teach people of ages and levels. Catherine is the Studio Manager for BCA’s Print + Clay Studio.
cabraham@ci.burlington.vt.us802-860-7474 - Location: Clay Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Catherine Ward
cward@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Clay Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription: please visit our studio blog at http://bcaclaystudio.blogspot.comLocated at 250 Main Street in the Memorial Auditorium, our Clay Studio is a fully equipped ceramics studio offering classes for the novice to the expert. Our classes and workshops offer an array of clay and craft experiences in such mediums as hand building, wheel throwing, sculpture, silversmithing, fiber arts and more. Our large, sunny studio has three classrooms, 14 pottery wheels, three kilns, a slab roller, extruder and a wide variety of hand tools to enhance your project design. There are also more than 100 glaze combinations available to complete your ceramic work. We offer extensive open studio hours for those who choose to pursue clay through our many classes. Our studio use is also available for monthly rental for those that wish to explore their art at their leisure. Children’s classes and family activities are available year round.
STUDIO RATES
- $50/month
Monthly studio rentals offer more than 20 hours of studio use during weekdays, evenings and weekends, and includes glazes and kiln firings. Clay sold separately for $20/25lb bag.
Become a BCA Member and save 10%!
STUDIO BENEFITS
- Use of wheels, slab roller, extruder and facilities
- More than 20 studio hours per week, many on weekends
- Storage space for work and supplies
- Opportunities to exhibit work Hours of Operation: Current Open Studio Hours MARCH Open Clay Studio & Rental Hours Monday: 9:00am-1:00pm Tuesday: 6:30-9:00pm Wednesday: 6:30-9:00pm Thursday: 9:00-1:00pm 6:00-10:00pm Friday: 3:00-5:00pm Saturday: 11:30-1:00pm 3-7pm Sunday: 10-1pm 3-7pm Studio hours change monthly based on class schedules. The Clay Studio is open to the public Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm for studio tours, inquiries, and to pick up work. Call the studio at 802.860.7474 for more information.
Wheel-Throwing II
- Tuesdays, March 23 - May 4, 7-9:30pm
- Prerequisite: Proficiency in centering and throwing basic cups and bowls.
Limit: 12
In this mixed level class for advanced beginners and intermediate potters, students will learn individualized tips and challenges for advancement on the wheel. Demonstrations and instruction will cover intermediate throwing, trimming, and glazing techniques. Individual projects will be encouraged. Students must be proficient in centering and throwing basic cups and bowls. Over 20 hrs/week of open studio time to practice. (CLASS CODE: 811511-2)
Clay sold separately at $20/25 lb bag, glazes and firings included - $235, $211.50 BCA members
- register online
- Instructor: Jeremy Ayers
- Location: Clay Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Catherine Ward
cward@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Clay Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription: please visit our studio blog at http://bcaclaystudio.blogspot.comLocated at 250 Main Street in the Memorial Auditorium, our Clay Studio is a fully equipped ceramics studio offering classes for the novice to the expert. Our classes and workshops offer an array of clay and craft experiences in such mediums as hand building, wheel throwing, sculpture, silversmithing, fiber arts and more. Our large, sunny studio has three classrooms, 14 pottery wheels, three kilns, a slab roller, extruder and a wide variety of hand tools to enhance your project design. There are also more than 100 glaze combinations available to complete your ceramic work. We offer extensive open studio hours for those who choose to pursue clay through our many classes. Our studio use is also available for monthly rental for those that wish to explore their art at their leisure. Children’s classes and family activities are available year round.
STUDIO RATES
- $50/month
Monthly studio rentals offer more than 20 hours of studio use during weekdays, evenings and weekends, and includes glazes and kiln firings. Clay sold separately for $20/25lb bag.
Become a BCA Member and save 10%!
STUDIO BENEFITS
- Use of wheels, slab roller, extruder and facilities
- More than 20 studio hours per week, many on weekends
- Storage space for work and supplies
- Opportunities to exhibit work Hours of Operation: Current Open Studio Hours MARCH Open Clay Studio & Rental Hours Monday: 9:00am-1:00pm Tuesday: 6:30-9:00pm Wednesday: 6:30-9:00pm Thursday: 9:00-1:00pm 6:00-10:00pm Friday: 3:00-5:00pm Saturday: 11:30-1:00pm 3-7pm Sunday: 10-1pm 3-7pm Studio hours change monthly based on class schedules. The Clay Studio is open to the public Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm for studio tours, inquiries, and to pick up work. Call the studio at 802.860.7474 for more information.
Wheel-Throwing I
- Mondays, March 29-May 24 (no class 5/10), 6-8:30pm
- Limit: 12
This class is an introduction to clay, pottery and the ceramics studio. Students will be working primarily on the potter’s wheel learning basic throwing and forming techniques. Projects may include vases, mugs, plates, and bowls. Students will also be guided through the various finishing techniques using the studio’s house slips and glazes. No experience necessary! Over 20 hrs/week of open studio time to practice. (CLASS CODE: 811510-2)
Clay sold separately at $20/25 lb bag, glazes and firings - $235, $211.50 BCA members
- register online
- Instructor: Catherine WardStudio 250 Manager
ABRAHAM is a working ceramic sculpture artist and studio potter. She received a BFA in graphic design from Buffalo State College and a MFA in ceramic sculpture from the University of Arizona. She is also a certified art teacher and loves to teach people of ages and levels. Catherine is the Studio Manager for BCA’s Print + Clay Studio.
cabraham@ci.burlington.vt.us802-860-7474 - Location: Clay Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Catherine Ward
cward@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Clay Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription: please visit our studio blog at http://bcaclaystudio.blogspot.comLocated at 250 Main Street in the Memorial Auditorium, our Clay Studio is a fully equipped ceramics studio offering classes for the novice to the expert. Our classes and workshops offer an array of clay and craft experiences in such mediums as hand building, wheel throwing, sculpture, silversmithing, fiber arts and more. Our large, sunny studio has three classrooms, 14 pottery wheels, three kilns, a slab roller, extruder and a wide variety of hand tools to enhance your project design. There are also more than 100 glaze combinations available to complete your ceramic work. We offer extensive open studio hours for those who choose to pursue clay through our many classes. Our studio use is also available for monthly rental for those that wish to explore their art at their leisure. Children’s classes and family activities are available year round.
STUDIO RATES
- $50/month
Monthly studio rentals offer more than 20 hours of studio use during weekdays, evenings and weekends, and includes glazes and kiln firings. Clay sold separately for $20/25lb bag.
Become a BCA Member and save 10%!
STUDIO BENEFITS
- Use of wheels, slab roller, extruder and facilities
- More than 20 studio hours per week, many on weekends
- Storage space for work and supplies
- Opportunities to exhibit work Hours of Operation: Current Open Studio Hours MARCH Open Clay Studio & Rental Hours Monday: 9:00am-1:00pm Tuesday: 6:30-9:00pm Wednesday: 6:30-9:00pm Thursday: 9:00-1:00pm 6:00-10:00pm Friday: 3:00-5:00pm Saturday: 11:30-1:00pm 3-7pm Sunday: 10-1pm 3-7pm Studio hours change monthly based on class schedules. The Clay Studio is open to the public Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm for studio tours, inquiries, and to pick up work. Call the studio at 802.860.7474 for more information.