Ceramics Studio Manager: Lorimer Burns
We offer open studio opportunities for students and our community to utilize our facilities and equipment outside of class time. This includes wheel-throwing, hand-building, and glazing. Our studio capacity is limited to 10 people per session. Scroll down below for more information or to book studio time, purchase materials, or book a kiln firing.
Open Studio Menu
Studio Time
Sign up for a 3-hour Open Studio for $15/session. Students currently enrolled in a ceramics class should use their Student Open Studio Pass when signing up for these sessions.
Orientation
A Ceramics Studio Orientation is required for anyone who is new to Berkshire Art Center’s Ceramics Studio and must be completed prior to signing up for Open Studio. Returning students who would like a refresher are also welcome to sign up for an Orientation.
As of March 4th, 2024, please note the Ceramics Studio is at max capacity and we are unable to offer Orientations to new students at this time.
Private Lessons
Private lessons can be reserved for personalized, one-on-one instruction and support with our Ceramics Faculty. Click here for more information.
Ceramics Open Studio Activity Schedule*
| Times | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30am-12:30pm | — | — | — | Open Studio | Open Studio | Open Studio | Open Studio |
| 1:30pm-4:30pm | Open Studio | — | Open Studio | — | — | Open Studio | Open Studio |
| 5:30pm-8:30pm | Open Studio | Open Studio | Open Studio | Open Studio | — | — | — |
*Schedule through April 2024. Subject to change.
Open Studio Safety
Safety is Our #1 Priority
Berkshire Art Center’s Ceramics Studio is currently open for student and community use by appointment. We’re thrilled to welcome artists back into the studio for handbuilding, wheel throwing, and glazing.
Instructions for participating in Berkshire Art Center’s Open Studio:
Review Berkshire Art Center’s Ceramics Policies and COVID Safety Plan. As of January 2023, proof of vaccination is no longer be required and masks continue to be optional, but encouraged for students, staff, and faculty.
Sign up for Studio Time.
Purchase any clay or tools you may need (see above). Materials purchased from Berkshire Art Center will be available for pick up at Citizens’ Hall, Stockbridge.