BCAT Newsletter

REMINDER our next BCAT Get-Together is SUNDAY Feb 22 2-4 at Powerhouse Arts

Bring food & drink to share. Join us for a tour of PHA, a 3-D Printed Clay demo and updates on BCAT.

NO RSVP needed. Tell a friend, tell your members, bring the whole studio! Field trip! (see attach. for directions)

Hello Clay Friends,

Here are the latest Mid-Feb/March updates on memberships, classes, opportunities, and community happenings in our Brooklyn ceramics community.

Membership Opportunities

  • Blue Room Pottery Studio- Membership includes: 24/7 studio access, private shelf space, use of all equipment, and clay, glazes, and firing fees included.Learn more about membership on our website, and apply here.

  • ClaySpace- Memberships are available on a rolling basis. To learn more and to apply, visit our membership page. 275 Calyer St., Greenpoint

  • Centerpoint - Centerpoint currently has membership spots available and are excited to welcome new folks into their community. For info on joining the studio as a member or to set up a tour website.

Classes & Workshops

  • Craft Salon

    • All Level Tuesday PM Ceramics
      🗓️ 6:30–9pm, March 3rd – April 20th
      Sign up here!

    • All Level Thursday PM Ceramics
      🗓️ 6:30–9pm, March 6th – April 23rd
      Sign up here!

    • Spring Tea Party!
      Celebrate the spring equinox by making tea cups and saucers! A special (non-caffeinated) tea will be served as we make.
      All-ages event—great for families and anyone welcoming the season of renewal.
      Sign up here

    • Clay n’ Sip: Clock-Making
      🗓️ Friday, April 17th, 7–9pm
      Build a custom ceramic clock using slab techniques and underglaze. We’ll assemble the clocks after firing.
      Open to all experience levels. BYOB!
      Sign up here

  • Clay Space

  • Centerpoint

    • DIY Kitchen Tools – Almost sold out!
      🗓️ 5 Saturdays: Feb 14 – March 14, 12–2:30 PM
      Teacher: Damaris Swass
      Sign up here!

    • Candelabra Workshop
      🗓️ Sunday, February 22nd, 12:30–4:30 PM (4 hours!!)
      Teacher: Damaris Swass
      Sign up here!

    • Learn more about Centerpoint Handbuilding Parties!

Opportunities

Key Dates

  • Call Opens: February 11, 2026

  • Submission Deadline: March 11, 2026

  • Artists Notified: March 18, 2026

  • Work Delivery Deadline: March 30, 2026

  • Exhibition Opens: May 15, 2026

Details and submissions: https://cabinetnyc.substack.com/p/open-call-for-ceramic-artists-in

  • Pottery Fair – BCAT Sale Opportunity

Location: Washington Park / J.J. Byrne (Gowanus/Park Slope)
344 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215 Date: Saturday, May 30th (Rain date: Sunday)

Organized by ceramic artists, Spencer Irwin & Melissa Scott, this sale is open to ALL Brooklyn ceramic artists and studios. It’s a great opportunity to sell work and promote classes, memberships, and studios. Studios may participate in the fair AND host events at their own spaces. To learn more or to register here Questions: brooklynceramicartsfair@gmail.com

  • Ceramic Fabricators Network -A cooperative initiative to connect and empower professional ceramic artists and fabricators, spearheaded by Katie Coughlin and Eleni Kontos.

Their goal is to organize skilled ceramicists, promote fair compensation, and build stronger opportunities for working artists.

They are looking to build a small team of like-minded volunteers. If you’re interested in helping out or learning more, reach out: ceramicfabricatorsnyc@gmail.com / website:ceramics-nyc.com

  • Clay Sustainability Panel Discussion - Margaret Metzger of BAT Clay Studio is seeking individuals passionate about sustainability in the clay community to participate as panel speakers during BCAT.

If you’re interested, please contact Meg for more details at: margaret.a.metzger@gmail.com

  • BCAT Artist looking for Venue - Sarah Feingold, of Charm School is looking for a ceramic studio or venue to host a demonstration and/or workshop during BCAT. If you have space please contact: feingoldjewelry@gmail.com.

  • BCAT Artists looking for other artists - Are you a Bklyn ceramic artist looking for other artists to organize a BCAT event with? Reach out and we’ll put you in touch. Email: brooklynceramicartstour@gmail.com Subject: Artists Looking

Exhibitions

  • BOUND ROOTS: Ceramics by Tiana Tucker
    📍Underland Gallery 457 77th St, Unit 1, Brooklyn, NY 11209

    🗓️ February 27 – April 24  🎉 Opening Reception: Friday, February 27, 6–9 PM