Teaching the skills of fine craftsmanship in Connecticut
BCC Web Staff 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!
Drawing is an accessible skill everyone can enjoy. This 3-hour workshop on June 11 teaches students who have absolutely no previous drawing experience how to create a convincing likeness. Join artist and author Claire Watson Garcia as she takes you through the process.
Calling all metalsmiths: Whether you have a flexshaft already or are considering buying one, this workshop is for you! In this hands-on and demonstration-packed three-hour session, you’ll learn how a flexshaft can enhance your jewelrymaking skills.
Fabric will be fashioned in our studios in May: make it the month to craft your own art from fiber. Register for these classes, and enjoy the unique satisfaction that making a fine item by your own hand can bring!
The lathes will be turning in May: make it the month to craft your own art from wood. Register for these classes, and explore a new way to express your creativity!
Make May the month to become your own jeweler. Register for any or all of these classes, allow your creativity to run wild!
April 30-May 1 is another busy weekend at Brookfield Craft Center! Take your pick of a unique class in fiber arts, jewelry making, or woodturning.
All of these classes are either 1-2 day workshops and are designed for students who are just starting in each craft (see each course for details). Make a plan to spend some time with us this weekend.
April 16-17 is a busy weekend at Brookfield Craft Center! Take your pick of a unique class in fiber arts, glass, jewelry making, blacksmithing, or woodturning… there’s something here to suit your fancy.
This class will take advantage of the Craft Center’s gas kiln and will “high fire” stoneware and porcelain in reduction to Cone 10. All levels are welcome as students work at their own pace with instructor Sarah Bernhardt on projects of their choice in a creative studio environment.
Starts April 11: This evening class offers students a wide and wonderful sampling of ceramic techniques, a sure match for every type of artistic interest and expression. Students can expect to go home with a collection of work, and build on the basics for a rewarding, creative adventure.
This 6-week course, open to anyone, teaches the basic skills of jewelry making. Focusing on the art of fabricating with copper and silver metals, students will be guided through all steps from design to completion of a piece of jewelry. Topics covered include the properties of various metals, basic tools and their uses, and studio safety
This is elegant jewelry making on a serious budget. Jewelry makers with some experience can learn this technique from Leslie Hartwell. It uses minimal amounts of silver, saving money. Want it to be fancier? Add a faceted stone or two! April 9 – 10; click to register.