In collaboration with the Seminary Arts Center, MakerSphere is offering the both adult and kids classes at the Ceramics and Handcrafting Satellite Space at 201 Hollow Road in Waterbury Center. Click here to see the full roster of offerings.
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Upcoming Workshops:
Have you been looking for a way to bring more art into your life? Is there a creative idea that’s been bouncing around your head, looking for the time or space to actually get made? In September and October, local artist Torrey Smith will be offering Open Thursdays from 5:30 - 8PM to provide time and space for neighbors to make art.
Bring your own materials and work on a creative art or craft project of your choosing. Set up a still life and draw or paint it… make time for your art journaling aspirations… upcycle something old into something new… create a paper cutout… make a collage… embellish your jeans… bead jewelry… Not sure where to start? Torrey will have a few suggestions and materials on hand if you need them.
Open Thursdays are designed to bring people together, to encourage creative practice and exploration, and to give us something to look forward to each week! Classes meet at 30 Foundry Street on the second floor. Bring a snack or drink for yourself if you wish. Classes are $7 to drop in or $40 for the two-month window. Scholarships are available.
Please email Torrey Smith with any questions or to sign up.
Beginning September 5th
Location: MakerSphere Creative Studios 30 Foundry St. Waterbury
“Make" Time: Open Thursdays
This course will offer the student design and crafting work with basic hand tools. Making small Christmas ornaments out of wood will make this year's holiday one to remember.
Small birdhouse ornaments that can hang on the tree or sit on a shelf. Learn how to cut, drill, and fasten to make something you will enjoy. Try your hand at different designs once you know the tools and process.
Basics Level - No prior woodworking experience needed.
Class size: 5 - 8 students. Age Minimum: 14 unless accompanied by an adult
Cost: $40, materials are included.
Send Brian an email to let him know to save your spot!
Saturday, November 23th 10:00am-1:00pm
Location: MakerSphere Ceramics and Handcrafting Satellite Space 201 Hollow Road, Waterbury Center
Build Wooden Ornaments with Brian Schwartz
If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at Clay (first time or again) this is the workshop for you. We will focus on creating simple tiles. You will decide if yours will become a trivet, a spoon-rest, your house numbers or …! Using the slab-roller, Cone 6 stoneware clay and a wide range of textures & techniques, Mame McKee will guide you through the process of creating two 6 x 6 Clay tiles just in time for the gift giving season. Grab a buddy for a fun Fall afternoon in our beautiful space in the Green Mountain Seminary building. No experience necessary. Beginner to intermediate project. Cost is $50 for the 3 hours workshop.
Minimum 4 students, Maximum 8.
Call us to reserve your spot!
Saturday, October 26th 1:00-4:00pm
Location: MakerSphere Ceramics and Handcrafting Satellite Space 201 Hollow Road, Waterbury Center
Come explore the world of Clay!
Work with artists Mame McKee, Sarah-Lee Terrat, and MK Monley to build a simple lantern to carry in the 10th annual River of Light Lantern Parade on Saturday, December 7th, 5:00pm in downtown Waterbury. Workshops are free to attend. All tools and materials will be provided. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. There will be a limit of 20 participants for each session. Donations will be welcome.
Preregistration is required. To register contact MK Monley
Parade information can be found at
Sunday, November 10th 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00-3:00pm
Location: Thatcher Brook Primary School, 47 Stowe Street, Waterbury
Community Lantern Building: A River of Light Lantern Parade
Presented by the Waterbury Land Initiative and MakerSphere. Learn about the Shutesville corridor between Waterbury and Stowe, wildlife crossings, forest habitats, and how to take great cell phone photos. Photo contest is open to all ages. Awards and reception will be held on Sunday, October 20th from 1-4pm at MakerSphere Ceramics and Handcrafting Satellite Space at the Green Mountain Seminary 201 Hollow Road, Waterbury Center. This event is free of charge.
Submission rules, dates and other information can be found HERE.
Sunday, September 29th 1:00-4:00pm
Location: 1601 Barnes Hill Road, Waterbury Center (Shutesville Wildlife Corridor)
Wildlife Habitat Workshop and Cell Phone Photo Contest
Past Classes have included:
This introductory course will offer the student a look at wood that includes the grain pattern, how wood moves with humidity, why it cracks and how to prevent it. We discuss drill bits and drilling techniques. Information about saws and cutting techniques as well as basic joints and fasteners. Q and A is always a huge part of this course. Bring tools you have questions about or use ours and learn with the basics.
Basics Level
Instructor: Brian Schwartz
Introduction to Woodworking
No prior woodworking experience needed
Class size: 5 - 8 students
Age Minimum: 14 unless accompanied by an adult
Date: Nov 10th 2018 from 10am - noon
Cost: $25
This course will offer the student design and crafting work with basic hand tools. Making small Christmas ornaments out of wood will make this year's holiday one to remember. Small birdhouse ornaments that can hang on the tree or sit on a shelf. Learn how to cut, drill, and fasten to make something you will enjoy. Try your hand at different designs once you know the tools and process.
Basics Level
Instructor: Brian Schwartz
Making Wooden Ornaments
No prior woodworking experience needed
Class size: 5 - 8 students
Age Minimum: 14 unless accompanied by an adult
Date: Dec 8th 2018 from 10am - noon
Cost: $40, materials are included
Come explore easy techniques for making your own ceramic jewelry! Earrings, pendants, rings and beads! We'll explore different ways to design and what to consider when creating sets. We'll also learn about findings and non-ceramic materials to add bling and shine! This is a perfect introduction into clay as no ceramic experience is required.
Basics Level
Instructor: Tabbatha Henry
Ceramic Jewelry Making
Class size: 5 - 10 students
Age Minimum: 15 unless accompanied by an adult
Date: October 13th and 20th 2018
Class Time: 2-5p
Cost: $70 includes all materials and both dates