2025 Fall Session
September – October
All classes are currently marked as full
until current students have the chance to sign up again.
Some spaces may become available, so be sure to check back.
Click here to be placed on a waiting list for next semester.
(Please see skill levels at the bottom of the page)
The class fee includes starter clay, a tool kit (new students only),
and four extra hours of studio time per week.
MONDAY: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hand-building Techniques
Instructor: Laura Peters
Ages 16 & up |$405| 8 weeks
Class dates: 9/5, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20
In this course, traditional hand-building techniques will be used to create functional and non-functional forms. Students will also learn techniques to achieve exciting surface finishes on their pieces.
TUESDAY 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Handbuilding
Instructors:
Susan Rus-Lloyd & Sally Rothman
Ages 16 & up |$405| 8 weeks
Class dates: 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21
Using the three methods of hand-building: pinch, coil, and slab, students
will develop strong techniques to create pieces in stoneware. Students will
create functional pieces such as vases, containers, platters, and ceramic
wares.
TUESDAY: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Combo – Wheel and Sculpture
Instructors: Karen Barley & Julia Vogelle
Class dates: 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21
This class is an intermediate to advanced wheel class with a focus on additional sculpture techniques in clay. Strong structural Design, color, texture, and balance will be implemented into each lesson.
Students must be proficient on the wheel.
***Prerequisite: at least 2 wheel classes
WEDNESDAY: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Handbuilding
Instructors: Estrellita Ammirati & John Hunt
Ages 16 & up |$405| 8 weeks
Class dates: 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22
Using the three methods of hand-building: pinch, coil, and slab, students
will develop strong techniques to create pieces in stoneware. Students will
create functional pieces such as vases, containers, platters, and ceramic
wares.
THURSDAY: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Beginner Wheel Throwing
Instructor: Wendy Andersen
Ages 16 & up |$405| 8 weeks
Class dates: 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23
Basic wheel-throwing techniques will be emphasized, from centering and
shaping a vessel to creating various forms such as bowls, plates, etc.
Glazing techniques will also be shown to finish your work. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced potter, you can join this class.
THURSDAY: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wheel Throwing
Instructor: Amy Tischler
Ages 16 & up |$405| 8 weeks
Class dates: 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23
Basic wheel-throwing techniques will be emphasized, from centering and
shaping a vessel to creating various forms such as bowls, plates, etc.
Glazing techniques will also be shown to finish your work. Whether you
are a beginner or an experienced potter, you can join this class.
Class Level /Skills Recommended
A. Intro to Wheel /Foundation: No experience needed. Repetition recommended
B. Advanced Beginner: wedging, centering, opening, pulling a cylinder and/or small bowl
C. Intermediate: all of B; larger vessels, lids/ spouts/ handles, trimming, fundamentals of glazing
D. Advanced: all of C; bottles, plates, composite forms, throwing off the hump
Class Registration and Cancellation Policy
A class registration canceled less than two weeks before the start of a new session will incur a $150 cancellation fee. Efforts will be made to refill the vacant spot. A $50 administrative fee will be deducted from the refund if the spot is successfully filled.
Please note that refunds are not available once a class session has begun.
Non-Transferable Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are non-transferable to another class.
Missed Classes and Make-Up Policy
The Brick Clay Studio and Gallery is not responsible for providing make-up classes or issuing refunds for students who miss class for any reason.
Vaccination Requirement
All students must provide proof of full vaccination, which means two weeks after receiving a two-dose vaccine or two weeks after receiving a one-dose vaccine. The CDC vaccination card or the NY Excelsior Pass will be used to verify vaccination status. Masks are optional.
Holiday Schedule
The Brick will be closed on the following holidays:
- Memorial Day
- July 4th
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
Make-up classes for these holidays will be offered during the 9th week of the session.
Inclement Weather Policy
While The Brick will make every effort to reschedule canceled classes due to inclement weather, please note that rescheduling is not guaranteed due to the pre-scheduled calendar.