Join us for a class at The Bray!
Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to inspire your existing studio practice – The Bray offers Adult (16+) continuing education classes for all ages, abilities, and backgrounds! *NEW IN 2024* Our Continuing Education Classes are now 10 weeks long and meet for 3 hours once a week! Students are taught by professional artists and have access to open studio time 7 days a week from 8am-10pm (outside of other scheduled classes) to practice what they're learning.
We offer 2 sessions annually, Spring and Fall. General registration typically opens 6 weeks prior to the start of classes, with early member registration opening a week before general registration. Become a member today to receive access to early registration!
DISCOVER BELOW:
- Upcoming session information
- Our current class offerings
- Frequently asked questions
- Our current classroom policies, details on experience levels, and our online classroom calendar!
Upcoming Session Information
2024 Sessions
For questions, email our Education Manager at education@archiebray.org
Spring Session 2024 Continuing Education Classes
Approaching Clay The Beginners Way
Mondays 6-9pm (Feb 19 - April 29, *no class 3/18*)
Instructor: Janette Torres
One of the beauties of clay is its infinite avenues of discovery, but this can easily and quickly become overwhelming to beginning students. Worry not, as Approaching Clay The Beginners Way was developed to narrow in on the realm of possibilities. Join recent Educational Assistantship participant, Janette Torres, as she guides you through the basics of hand building and glazing possibilities. Discover how to leverage slabs to create one of a kind functional wares and sculptures. Next learn various techniques for layering and applying glazes to create organic and unique patterns. From tableware and functional home goods to basic figurative sculptures, it's all possible in this beginning clay class!
*A minimum of 6 is required to run this class
Level: An excellent class for Beginners!
Cost: $385. Please see FAQ section at bottom of page to see what's included with your registration fees.
Thrown and Altered
Tuesdays 6-9pm (Feb 20 - April 30, *no class 3/19*)
Instructor: Austin Coudriet
Join long term Resident Artist and Frazza Fellow Austin Coudriet in this intermediate level class to discover an entirely new way of making pottery on the wheel! Learn how to alter vessels and wheel thrown parts by combining them with hand building techniques and hand built forms. Discuss different shapes, silhouettes, compositions and throwing styles to elevate your skills to the next level!
*A minimum of 6 is required to run this class
Level: Intermediate (not suitable for beginners)
Cost: $385. Please see FAQ section at bottom of page to see what's included with your registration fees.
Level Up
Wednesdays, 9am-12pm (Feb 21 - May 1, *no class 3/20*)
Instructor: Anvil Williamson
Has your clay practice hit a plateau? Unsure what to do next? Look no further and improve your technical ability and research capacity in this new class for intermediate makers. Through image-based discussions, self-directed ceramic projects, and by learning how to select, evaluate and fully utilize our very own John C. Board Library resources, you'll learn to expand your horizons and push your work to the next level. Hand builders and wheel-throwers alike are welcome!
*A minimum of 6 is required to run this class
Level: Best Suited for Intermediate Level Students
Cost: $385. Please see FAQ section at bottom of page to see what's included with your registration fees.
Introduction to The Pottery Wheel
Wednesdays, 6-9pm (Feb 21 - May 1,*no class 3/20*)
Instructor: Austin Coudriet
Learn to use the pottery wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, plates and more. In this beginner level course you will learn how to throw on the potters wheel, trim, and glaze! Learn throw with complete guidance from Long Term Resident Artist and Frazza Fellow Austin Cudriet. This class is perfect for those with little to now experience, come get your hands on clay and explore its endless possibilities!
*A minimum of 6 is required to run this class
Level: Beginners!
Cost: $385. Please see FAQ section at bottom of page to see what's included with your registration fees.
Applying Your Voice
Fridays, 6-9pm (Feb 23 - May 3, *no class 3/22*)
Instructor: Laura Dirksen
If you are looking to push the abilities of your already blossoming ceramics curiosities, this is the class for you. Join Long-Term Resident Artist and Bray Fellow Laura Dirksen in this expansive course and challenge your understanding of the expression of clay and its innate ability to become virtually anything! Learn to apply techniques delivered through engaging exercises designed to generate new concepts and forms suited to the interests of your existing practice.
A perfect class for experienced clay makers looking to advance their individual approach and practice with the support and guidance of Laura’s techniques and unique exercises (hello deconstructed vessel!). Apply Your Voice in this fresh approach to a favorite medium.
*A minimum of 6 is required to run this class
Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Cost: $385. Please see FAQ section at bottom of page to see what's included with your registration fees.
Experience Levels
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Beginner
My experience in clay is limited or long ago, and I'm not very comfortable working independently. I'm seeking to learn basic clay techniques and am excited to have a good time while learning something new!
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Intermediate
My understanding of clay basics is strong but I still have lot of questions. Having taken multiple classes before, I feel comfortable working independently but I'm ready to expand my knowledge and advance my skills!
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Advanced
My clay knowledge is expansive! I have taken classes while exploring clay independently for years. At this stage, I am looking to challenge myself with new perspectives, insights, and understandings in clay!
FAQ
Classroom Calendar
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Current Students
Use our online classroom calendar to see the most up-to-date classroom schedule. Select the month by using the tabs at the bottom of the spread sheet.
PLEASE NOTE: When viewing the calendar, if you leave your browsing session open, make sure to refresh your page to view the most recent version of the calendar. Classes are added as they develop, so refresh often!
See what classes are happening before making a trip!
Policies
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Please read prior to taking a class with us
Click "Full Text" below to find information relevant to our Continuing Education Classes, and Facility Policies.
We appreciate you taking the time to better understand our policies. Please read prior to taking a class with us - we aim to keep it short and sweet so as not to waste your time!
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