Classes & Workshops

Adult Classes

Classes in all levels of wheel throwing, hand building, decorating, sculpture, glazing, tile/mosaic are offered in a fully equipped studio. Classes cover wheel throwing and hand building techniques.

The classes are kept small to allow for individualized attention and study within the group setting. We encourage mixed interest classes to provide students with a better understanding of the wide range of possibilities clay has to offer.

Next 8 week session starts MAY 13th.

CLASS SCHEDULE*: Pick ONE time slot from schedule below

Monday Classes:
9:30AM - 11:30AM - Generl Pottery, all levels
4:30PM - 6:30PM - Generl Pottery, all levels
7:00PM - 9:00PM - Intermediate & Advanced Wheel and Hand Building
7:30PM - 9:30PM - Beginner Wheel and Hand Building

Tuesday Classes:
1:30PM - 3:30PM - Generl Pottery, all levels
7:00PM - 9:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels

Wednesday Classes:
11:00AM - 1:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels
7:00PM - 9:00PM - Beginner Wheel and Hand Building
7:30PM - 9:30PM - Intermediate & Advanced Wheel and Hand Building

Thursday Classes: 11:00AM - 1:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels
7:00PM - 9:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels
7:30PM - 9:30PM - Observational Sculpture

Friday Classes:
10:00AM - 12:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels
7:00PM - 9:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels

Saturday Classes:
11:00AM - 1:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels
1:30PM - 3:30PM - Generl Pottery, all levels

Sunday Classes:
12:00PM - 2:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels
3:00PM - 5:00PM - Generl Pottery, all levels

OUR LOW $290 FEE ALSO INCLUDES:

Two hours class a week for 8 weeks.
25 lbs bag of clay
Glazes
Unlimited access to the studio 7 days/week during open studio hours.

OPEN STUDIO SCHEDULE*:

Monday: 11:30AM - 7:00PM, 9:00PM - 11:00PM
Tuesday: 2:00PM - 7:00PM, 9:00PM - 11:00PM
Wednesday: 1:00PM - 7:00PM, 9:00PM - 11:00PM
Thursday: 1:30PM - 7:00PM, 9:00PM - 11:00PM
Friday: 1:00PM - 7:00PM, 9:00PM - 11:00PM
Saturday: 1:00PM - 7:00PM
Sunday: 1:30PM - 7:00PM

Registration: $90 non-refundable deposit is required to register. The remaining balance payment of $200 is due one week prior to the beginning of the session at the latest and is non- refundable after that.
Make-ups: Up to 2 missed classes can be made up during the same session if the student has given 24 hour prior notice he/she will miss a class.
Tools: Pottery tool kit is required and can be purchased at registration or on your first class for $15.
Firing fee: 4 cents/cubic inch covers bisque and glaze firing.
*All classes and open studio time is subject to change or cancellation.

Sip and Spin Class

Friday night is for letting loose and relaxing! Couples, singles and friends come join us and get a little dirty while enjoying the wine or beer you brought in. This class can be repeated many times but gives you the freedom to register one class at a time. Our instructor will show and assist you with the basic techniques of the potter's wheel and will move on to more advanced projects if you are a repeat offender :) We will glaze and fire one piece at no extra cost. There is an extra $8 for any additional piece you may decide to get fired. The glaze color varies every week. We will contact you approximately 2 weeks after your workshop, when your work is ready to be picked up. Please register before the class as space is limited.

Upcoming dates:
Friday, May 17th 7-9pm
Friday, May 24th 7-9pm
Friday, May 31st 7-9pm
Friday, June 7th 7-9pm
Friday, June 14th 7-9pm
Friday, June 21st 7-9pm
Friday, June 28th 7-9pm

The cost of the workshop is $58 and will include instruction, clay, tools, towels, aprons, glaze, and firing. Additional pieces can be fired for a $8 fee.

Cancellation Policy: No refund after one week prior to class.

ONE-DAY Pottery Workshops

Join us on for our next one-day workshop at Choplet Ceramic Studio! The workshop will give you a hands-on introduction to working with clay on the potter's wheel. No experience is necessary!

Upcoming dates:
Sunday June 9, 11am-1pm
Saturday June 22, 11am-1pm
Saturday June 29, 5:30-7:30pm
Tuesday July 9, 7-9pm
Thursday July 11, 7-9pm
Saturday July 13, 11am-1pm

The cost of the workshop is $58 and will include instruction, clay, tools, towels, aprons, glaze, and firing. Additional pieces can be fired for a $4 fee.

A $20 credit will be given to participants who decide to register for an 8-week session within four months of taking this workshop (new students only).

Cancellation Policy: No refund after one week prior to class.

Kids/Family Classes

Choplet Ceramic Studio offers ceramics classes specially geared towards fun and artistic discovery.We offer expert instruction that will lead participants on the path of creative discovery. In our friendly and relaxed environment, your child will gain knowledge and confidence in the arts, while learning creative thinking. This class is opened to kids 6 to 13 years old. Parents are welcome to register and join the fun if they wish!

Class meets every Saturday from 9:45-11:45AM for 4 weeks. The fee is $150. The next session starts Sunday, MAy 18th. The dates for this session are 5/18, 5/25, 6/1 and 6/8.

No refund or credit will be issued for missed classes.

Registration: $75 non-refundable deposit is required to register. Balance payment is due one week prior the beginning of the session at the latest and is non- refundable after that.
Tools: Pottery tool kit is required and can be purchased at registration or on your first class for $15.
Firing fee: 4 cents/cubic inch covers bisque and glaze firing.

Pottery/Ceramic Day Camp

Choplet Ceramic Studio organizes week long CLAY CAMP when school is in recess.

Children and teens (ages 9 to 14) are invited to join a professional ceramic studio and explore the numerous possibilities clay has to offer, such as hand building, sculpting, tile/mosaic making, decorating and glazing, and wheel throwing. At our facility, students have the satisfaction of creating an artwork from scratch and bringing it to its final completion. Every day participants are encouraged to explore their creativity and begin a new project led by an accomplished artist.

At this time we are scheduling the following weeks in 2013:
T-F, June 18-21, 2013
M-TH, July 8-11, 2013
T-F, August 6-9, 2013
T-F, August 27-30, 2013

We will meet Monday through Thursday from 9:30am to 1:30pm.
The 4 hours are organized through 3 hours class, half hour lunch break and half hour open studio time and clean up.

The price is $280/week and includes material and Firing fee. Tool set is needed and can be purchased at Choplet for $15. Students can enroll in one or multiple weeks. We will be happy to add more weeks if there is a demand.

No refund or credit will be issued for missed classes.

Registration: $145 non-refundable deposit is required to register. Balance payment is due at the latest, one week prior to the beginning of the session and is non- refundable after that

Please feel free to call us if you have questions or would like to make a reservation: 917-547-8316

Custom Classes & Private Lessons

If there is a class you want, but it doesn't fit your schedule, Choplet, can arrange a custom class that suits your skill level and your availability. We just need 4 people to start a new class.

Private instruction can also be arranged to really focus on your specific needs. Call us to design and plan your unique and unforgettable event.

Custom Parties

For Toddlers, Kids, Teens birthday parties for age 4+!
Bachelorette and girls night out parties.
Groups should be a minimum of 4 and up to 20.

Workshops

We offer guest artists, mold making, glaze chemistry, raku firing workshops during the year. Please refer to the Class/ Workshop Schedule to find the dates and theme of the next workshop.

Next MOLD MAKING WORKSHOP is Saturday JULY 13th and JULY 14th, 9am to 12:30pm each day.

The workshop fee is $190 for non-members, Discounted to $160 for current members.

Registration: $90 non-refundable deposit is required to register. Balance payment is due one week prior the workshop date.

Next RAKU WORKSHOP is Saturday, JULY 13th.

You can bring up to 8 pieces. The fee is $165 for the day. This workshop is limited to 10 people.

Upcoming Raku workshops: 7/13, 9/14, 11/09.

Registration: $90 non-refundable deposit is required to register. Balance payment is due one week prior the workshop date.