2024 Classes
Summer Session
Classes start June 10, 2024

You must show proof of being fully vaccinated.
(Masks will be optional.)

(Please see skill levels at the bottom of the page)

All of our classes are sold out. Click here to be placed on a waiting list for next semester.
The waiting list will roll over each semester.

The class fee includes starter clay, a tool kit (new students only), and four extra hours of studio time per week.


MONDAY:
Hand-building Techniques  SOLD  OUT!
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Instructor: Laura Peters
Assistant:
Karen Barley
Starts: June 10

Hand-building is a great way to learn about clay and the wide range of possibilities it offers. Students in this class will become familiar with the basic methods of construction: pinch, coil, and slab, to create functional and decorative wares in clay. Various surface texturing and glazing techniques will be explored to allow individual creativity and pursuits. All levels are welcome.
Ages 16 & up | $385 | 8 weeks


TUESDAY:
Handbuilding   SOLD  OUT!
1:30pm – 4:30pm
Instructors: Estrellita Amiratti and John Hunt
Starts: June 11

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 various ceramic ware.
Ages 16 & up | $385 | 8 weeks


TUESDAY:
Beginner Wheel Throwing  Sold Out!

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Instructors: Gabby Vasquez & Ashlee McGlone
Starts: June 11

Basic wheel-throwing techniques will be emphasized from centering to shaping a vessel to create 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 are welcome to join this class.
Ages 16 & up | $385 | 8 weeks


WEDNESDAY:
Hand-building in Clay  Sold Out!
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Instructors: Estrellita Ammirati and John Hunt

Starts: June 12

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 various ceramic ware.
Ages 16 & up | $385


THURSDAY:
Beginner Wheel Throwing  Sold Out!
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Instructor: Gloria Cuomo
Assistant: Susan Rus-Lloyd
Starts: June 13

Basic wheel-throwing techniques will be emphasized from centering to shaping a vessel to create 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 are welcome to join this class.
Ages 16 & up | $385


THURSDAY:
Beginner Wheel Throwing SOLD OUT!
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Instructor: Beth Steinzor
Assistant: Victoria Tokarz
Starts: June 13

Basic wheel-throwing techniques will be emphasized from centering to shaping a vessel to create 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 are welcome to join this class.
Ages 16 & up | $385 | 8 weeks


* 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


Cancellation Policy:

*A $50 cancellation fee will be charged.*

Once the session has started no refunds will be issued.

**Tuition fees may not be transferred to another class.
***The Brick is not responsible for providing make-up classes or issuing refunds to students who miss class for any reason.


STUDIO GUIDELINES: You must show proof of being fully vaccinated i.e., two weeks following a two-dose vaccination or two weeks following a one-dose vaccination. The CDC vaccination card or the NY Excelsior pass will be used to confirm vaccination status. Masks are optional.


*The Brick does not schedule any Classes on the following Holidays:
New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving Day.

Make-up classes for these holidays will be offered in the 9th week of the session.

**The Brick will make every effort to make up canceled classes due to inclement weather. No guarantees due to the pre-scheduled calendar.