Spring ~ Summer Classes 2021
Reiki Energy Healing Classes
Please Visit the Reiki Class Page
**Please note: Due to Covid-19, in-person classes will continue to adhere to safe practices through social distancing as well as wearing masks. Classes are kept very small to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, teacher and families. I am also forming small pods of groups for private classes as well as one-on-one private instruction. Feel free to contact me for more information. Thank you!
Classes at Brookfield Craft Center
in Brookfield, CT
Clay Fairy, Gnome and Toad Homes
Spring Break Clay Workshop
Tuesday 4/13 and Wednesday 4/14
12:30-2:30pm
Join us for making fairy, gnome & toad homes this April Break.
Students will use their creativity and learn how to make a magical doorway as well as a house of their choosing. Using slab and hand building techniques, students will create their very own fairy, gnome or toad home that will also be glazed and ready for display!
For more info and to register, pease visit the BCC website here: Fairy, Gnome and Toad Homes
Art Inspired by Nature
6-Wednesday's April 28th - June 2nd
1:30-3pm
Open to ages 6-10
Join us for a fun indoor and outdoor art experience where students will be lead through imaginative explorations in a variety of media and techniques, to create art inspired by nature.
Introductions will be made to a new process every week through the elements of art and connecting to the natural world. Materials and techniques will include keeping an art journal as well as experimenting in paint, pastels, clay, collage, sculpture, and more! At the end of each session children will bring home their unique works of art.
For more info and to register, pease visit the BCC website here: Art Inspired by Nature
Homeschool Pottery
Ages 8 and up - Families welcome!
at the Brookfield Craft Center
6-Week Sessions
6 Friday's April 16th - May 21st
1-3pm
During this 6 week course, students will learn a variety of building techniques including both hand building as well as wheel-thrown pieces. All levels of skill are welcome and projects will be customized to adapt to the interests of each student. This course is open to students ages 8-16. Twenty five pounds of clay is included in the materials fee, additional clay purchases and glazing and firing can be arranged for an additional fee.
For more and to register, please visit the BCC website: Homeschool Pottery
Youth After School Pottery
in the Clay Studio
Ages 8-16
Brookfield Craft Center
6-Wednesday's April 28th - June 2nd
3:30-5:30pm
6-Friday's April 16th - May 21st - CLASS FULL
3:30-5:30pm
Do you love working in clay and looking for a fun way to be creative on Friday's after school? Join us in an inspiring environment for our six session Friday after-school series and practice your skills in both hand-building and throwing on the wheel. Project ideas will be customized to adapt to the interests of each participant and we encourage you to bring in your own ideas as well!
Ages 8-16, an $18 material fee for one 25-bag of clay will be added to the tuition.
*Students are asked to bring a light nut-free snack and smock/apron or oversized t-shirt.
Additional clay purchases as well as optional glazing and firing fees can be arranged for an additional fee.
Parent/Child Adventures in Clay
Ages 3-5 with an Caregiver
at the Brookfield Craft Center
6 Week Session
CLASS FULL
Join us for a fun and creative experience as we explore adventures in clay! This class focuses on creativity and the art making process. Through observation, attention to detail and our imaginations, we will explore space, shapes, colors and more. Techniques and concepts incorporate the use of problem solving, cognitive and cooperative learning techniques. Childrens' literature books are the focus on a theme such as insects, nature, animals, seasons landscapes, etc. This class requires the parent/caregiver's attendance and participation.
*Clay, firing and glazing are included in the material fee.
For more and to register, please visit the BCC website: Adventures in Clay
Family Open Clay Studio
6 Week Session
2021 Session TBA
Time: 3:45-5:15pm
Current or recent ceramics students of Brookfield Craft Center are welcome to purchase clay studio time by joining the Family Open Studio Program in the Clay Studio. Current BCC members are also eligible to participate if they possess basic ceramic skills. (Not a Member? Click here to learn more or sign up.) During the Family Open Studio sessions, the studio is open for children and adults to work on the wheel or hand build at a table workspace. Enjoy this time to work on class projects and practice techniques. Low fire and cone 6 clay will be available for purchase, and additional fees will be charged for pieces that are to be glazed and fired. Children ages 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Youth - Create your own Holiday Gifts
New Sessions TBA
Brookfield Craft Center - Clay Studio
4- Class Sessions
Open to all levels ~ Ages 8-16
Looking to make fun and unique gifts for the holidays? Join us for a 4-class pottery series that will be focused on making handmade gifts for those you love for the holidays! Both hand-building and throwing on the wheel will be explored. Bring your ideas and imagination! Project ideas and demos will also be provided. These class sessions are open to students ages 8-16; an $18 material fee will be added to the tuition. *Students are asked to bring a light nut-free snack. *Pieces can be fired and glazed in time for pick up by 12/23. Additional clay purchases as well as optional glazing and firing fees can be arranged for an additional fee.
Classes with ASAP!
*Due to Covid-19, ASAP! Classes are currently held on ZOOM
in Washington, Bridgewater and Roxbury, CT
For more info or to register: ASAP!
Grades K-2
More info Coming Soon!
Join us for an exciting four-week series and explore a variety of media and techniques inspired by the work of world-renowned artists. Each week you go on an art adventure through storybooks and process art, using paint, pastels, clay, collage, sculpture, and more! At the end of each session, you take home your masterpiece inspired by a specific artist.
Please contact me if you have a request for a workshop idea or if you would like to host a class/workshop in your studio or home. I have previously taught several workshops based on the art of relaxation, stress relief for teens and adults as well as expressive arts. I am happy to collaborate!
