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286 Whisconier Road (Route 25 at 202)
Brookfield, CT 06804 [get directions]
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Free Mini Workshops for BCC Members
As a benefit of Brookfield Craft Center Membership, members are entitled to at least one free Members Only Mini Workshop, and some have already been scheduled. These workshops are for experimenting, making mistakes, trying something new, and, most importantly, having … Continue reading
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Professional Development for Artists + Art Teachers
Kick start your career as an artist or teacher, or boost your creative skill set in a competitive job market with professional development Saturday and Sunday workshops at BCC in February and March. Curator and artist consultant Camilla Cook, professional … Continue reading
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Holiday Sale Highlight: Matthew Parkinson’s Oak Leaf Candlestick
Matthew Parkinson is not only an instructor at BCC’s The Good Forge, but also has bladesmithing and blacksmithing works of art for sale in our 36th Annual Holiday Sale open now through Dec. 24. This Oak Leaf Candlestick, and others … Continue reading
Ask for a class!
Brookfield Craft Center gives the people what they want–request a class that interests you. Ask for a private tutorial, create a class for a group of four or more people, or tell us what you would like to see offered … Continue reading
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Masters Series Classes this Fall
Studying with a master is a great way to learn. Masters Series classes at Brookfield Craft Center are taught by artists that are both highly skilled in their craft and exceptional teachers. From beginners to advanced, students will find classes … Continue reading
More Drawing for the Absolute and Utter Beginner: Sketching Techniques
Saturday, July 9 (9:30am – 12:30 pm) with Claire Watson Garcia. Everyone can enjoy learning how to use this loose and spontaneous style of drawing. Absolutely no prior art experience is required! Learning to sketch is a joy in itself, however the sketching line is also an accuracy tool. Learn how to use it to design and conceptualize your work in “try out” form before you commit to larger 3-D work with more costly materials. Continue reading
Animals Come to Life in Glass w/Lee Silveri: July 9
From sea life and birds, to creatures that roam the land, animals have been a favorite item for glass workers for many years. This class will introduce you to the skills that will produce small and medium size figures at the torch. Students will leave with the basic knowledge on how to work with hot glass rods and construct such figures. This one day workshop is a great idea for anyone with an interest in working with glass, and a love for animals. Continue reading
Posted in All levels, Classes, Glass, Lampworking, Workshops
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No Solder Mixed Metal Earrings w/Suzanne Pisano (June 25-26, 2011)
Mixed metals are the hot trend with the cost of precious metals soaring. Make copper and brass components to produce fabulous earrings. You will rivet and learn basic metalsmithing techniques including dapping, stamping, rolling mill texture plates and hammer texturing. Registration closes June 17. Continue reading
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Introduction to Mosaics w/Cynthia Fisher (June 25, 2011)
In this introductory 2-day workshop, students will learn how to create a small mosaic panel. The main focus is the indirect method where the mosaic is assembled on a temporary substrate of contact paper, then adhered with a trowel to a cement backerboard panel. Registration closes June 16. Continue reading
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Upcoming Weekend Workshops with Joy Raskin
Join expert jeweler Joy Raskin as she teaches two great aspects of craft: wireweaving and stonesetting. The wireweaving class happens May 28-29, and stonesetting is June 4-5. Register for either or both of these weekend workshops! Continue reading
