Clay Classes for Adults
Wheel-Throwing I with Cathy Abraham
- Mondays, July 13-August 10, 6-8:30pm
- Limit: 12
This five-week 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, 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: 821510-1)
- This class is full.
- Instructor: Catherine Abraham
CATHERINE ABRAHAM is a working ceramic sculpture artist and studio potter. She received her BFA in graphic design from Buffalo State College and her MFA in ceramic sculpture from the University of Arizona. She is a certified art teacher and loves to teach people of ages and levels. Catherine is the Studio Manager for BCA’s Print + Clay Studio.
- Location: Clay Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Tamara Eddy
tmcfall@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Clay Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription:Located 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.
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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 *The studio will be closed to members on July 3rd and July 4th. JULY Open Clay Studio & Rental Hours Monday: 4:15pm-5:45pm Tuesday: 5:30pm-9:30pm Wednesday: 5:00pm-9pm Thursday: CLOSED Friday: 4:00pm-8:00pm Saturday: 10-1pm 3-7pm Sunday: 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.
Precious Metal Clay with Rebecca Macomber (CLASS CODE: 821532-1)
- Tuesdays, July 14-August 25, 6-8:30pm
- Limit: 10
Precious Metal Clay (PMC) is a composite of 90% fine silver and 10% water and organic binder. It can be shaped just like any other kind of clay and when fired burns out the binder leaving a solid silver piece. In this class, a variety of techniques will be demonstrated showing the versatility of the material and students will be able to create several pieces. Material fees are not included and will vary based on type and amount of metals used. (CLASS CODE: 821532-1) - This class is full
- register online
- Instructor: Rebecca Macomber
- Location: Clay Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Tamara Eddy
tmcfall@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Clay Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription:Located 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 *The studio will be closed to members on July 3rd and July 4th. JULY Open Clay Studio & Rental Hours Monday: 4:15pm-5:45pm Tuesday: 5:30pm-9:30pm Wednesday: 5:00pm-9pm Thursday: CLOSED Friday: 4:00pm-8:00pm Saturday: 10-1pm 3-7pm Sunday: 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 with Jeremy Ayers
- Thursdays, July 16-August 13, 6:30-9pm
- Limit: 12
Prerequisite: Basic wheel experience
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 advanced throwing, trimming, and glazing techniques. Individual projects will be encouraged. Students must be proficient in centering and throwing cylinders. (CLASS CODE: 821511-1) - $158, $141 BCA members (clay sold separately @ $20
- register online
- Instructor: Jeremy Ayers
- Location: Clay Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Tamara Eddy
tmcfall@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Clay Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription:Located 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 *The studio will be closed to members on July 3rd and July 4th. JULY Open Clay Studio & Rental Hours Monday: 4:15pm-5:45pm Tuesday: 5:30pm-9:30pm Wednesday: 5:00pm-9pm Thursday: CLOSED Friday: 4:00pm-8:00pm Saturday: 10-1pm 3-7pm Sunday: 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.