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
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 hereClay 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
12-Week Spring Semester
🗓️ April 5 – June 27
Registration opens Feb 25
Learn more and register here
Questions: Education@clayspacebk.comClay Play Summer Camp
Registration for 1-week sessions is open now.
Learn more and register here.
Questions: Olive@clayspacebk.com
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
Angus Plunkett and Samantha Le Call for Artists: Cabinet of Curiosities – A Compilation of Small Ceramic Rarities
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