As the weather’s warming up, so is our woodturning studio. Here’s some classes for beginners and skilled woodturners alike to help you celebrate the change of season…
In this fun 4 week class, students will work on garden related projects of their choice while learning new skills in ceramics. Planters, vases, bird houses and baths, plant markers and garden sculpture are some possible projects; bring your ideas to life in stoneware. 4 Tuesday evenings, March 1 – 22, 6p – 9p.
Students interested in blacksmithing will gain a working knowledge of the fundamentals in this enjoyable weekend workshop. Basic techniques will be covered, including use of tools, safety, the forge, controlling a fire, reading the temperature of the metals, and shaping. Special emphasis will be placed on gaining a solid foundation of hammer techniques and use, handling hot steel and fire control. Saturday/Sunday, March 5 – 6, 10a – 4p.
If your schedule doesn’t permit you to commit to a class of 6-weekly sessions, then this intensive 3-day workshop is for you. Students will explore the art of jewelry design and metalsmithing from start to finish. Topics covered include design considerations, the various metals used in jewelry, basic metalsmithing tools and their uses. Thursday through Saturday, March 10-12.
Brookfield Craft Center is pleased to welcome legendary woodturner Jimmy Clewes to our turning studio for a full-day demo. Jimmy will share his outstanding techniques with turning enthusiasts, and allow them to get an up-close look at his bag of tricks on the lathe. Lunch is included during a mid-day break. Saturday, May 7 9a – 5p: space is limited to 25 participants.
We’re happy to announce the return of blacksmithing and bladesmithing to our curriculum. Accomplished blacksmith Matthew Parkinson and master bladesmith Joe Szilaski share their talents with you in these weekend workshops in our forge.
Create beautiful pieces in glass while learning from one of our masters of the craft, David Licata. Work with torches and fire, melt glass, and learn to create colorful artwork. Three courses are being offered: sign up now!
More ways to build your skills on the weekend! Learn metal surface etching and wireweaving techniques with Gina Dunlap and Joy Raskin, two of our most popular jewelry instructors.
Work on new woodturning skills with talented craftsmen Jim Degen and Keith Tompkins. Space in each class is limited to 6 students, so sign up soon to save your spot.
We have two jewelry classes starting this week: one on Wednesday mornings and the other on Thursday evenings. Both of these classes are appropriate for beginners: begin exploring the endlessly fascinating journey of creating a wearable work of art!
We’ve added more classes to our Winter/Spring 2011 calendar! Simply scroll down to see what we have coming. Use our online registration system to sign up right now, or call 203-775-4526 (or use our contact page) to get more information.
Online registration for our classes in ceramics, glass, jewelry and woodworking is available now! Small classes, personalized instruction… learn, explore, enjoy!
