Choplet Ceramic Studio and Williamsburg Ceramic Center offer ceramic classes and studio space in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. With a variety of amenities and a focus on nurturing creativity, they provide opportunities for both newcomers and professional artists to explore and develop their skills in clay art.
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All courses are held at 238 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY unless indicated.
Choplet Ceramic Studio combined with Williamsburg Ceramic Center offer ceramic classes and clay studio space in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn in NYC. Choplet Ceramic School and Studio is home to 2600 square foot dedicated to the art of clay in all its form and welcomes newcomers to pottery and ceramic art as well as professional artists: 23 electric wheels, a kick wheel, hand building tables, 2 extruders, 2 slab roller, a glazing spray booth, a drying closet, 5 kilns and an amazing garden are some of the amenities the studio has to offer. Our amazing garden is also equipped of 8 electric wheel, one quick wheel and hand building tables, making it a perfect outdoor ceramic studio! Our inventory consists of: 8 clay bodies, 2 casting slips, 40 – 50 glazes, various colored engobes and pottery plaster. Williamsburg Ceramic Center is the perfect place for independent clay artists in need of a lot of storage space and 24 hours studio access. Our goal is to inspire creativity, foster self-discovery, and nurture an appreciation for art through our pottery programs and workshops and access to our studio, clay center and gallery.
During our 8 weeks ceramic classes our accomplished artist/instructors will demonstrate and assist you with wheel throwing, hand building, tile making and sculpting techniques as well as surface decoration and glazing. Our philosophy is to nurture individual expression: We do not give “cookie-cutter” assignments but rather encourage students to let their instructor know what they would like to achieve to develop their own original ideas and vision. Classes are built around group demonstrations followed by individualized help. Students also receive unlimited open studio access 7 days/week.
Choplet ceramic studio also offers a variety of Adult programs ranging from a fun one time trial (One day adult wheel classes), to semi private intensive wheel throwing classes or specialized ceramic skills such as mold making for slip casting and Raku firing. Our children programs include After school classes as well as Summer clay camp. At Choplet Studio, 7 years old and up will receive lessons on the potters wheel and they love it.
FAQs
What are some of your most popular classes that you offer on CourseHorse?
In order, I would say sip and spin, weekend one day workshop, mold making workshop, wheel throwing intensive.
How long have you been in business? Can you share a bit more about your history?
Choplet Ceramic Studio opened its doors 10.5 years ago. In 2006, Nadeige Choplet opened up the doors of her personal ceramic studio to a few artists and neighbors who expressed an interest in trying a medium they were not familiar with. Since then, Choplet Ceramic Studio expanded and grew to fulfill the needs and interest in clay of the tri-state community but conserved its friendly, homey atmosphere. One of the best compliments to receive from students and members is that Choplet studio has become their second home.
What is your average class size?
Our average class size is 11-13 people for one day workshops, 10 for mold making, up to 8 for wheel throwing intensive.
What is your typical student like? What are their goals?
Our students are typically with no experience and become very serious about clay after a few sessions. We have many success story of students who have quit their job and become full time ceramic artists/designers.
Can you recommend activities to do in the neighborhood before or after class?
This is Williamsburg. Bars, Restaurants, music venues, bowling, shopping, Park, Smorgasbord on the week end, Craft shows, outdoor swimming in the summer are recommended activities.
Choplet Ceramic Studio
Williamsburg, Brooklyn 238 Grand St Btwn Driggs Ave & Roebling St Brooklyn, New York 11211
Reviews of Choplet Ceramic Studio
(4.6-star rating across
472 reviews)
Sip & Spin Pottery Workshop
Alana G. • June 10, 2025
This course was a lot of fun. Our instructor was amazing! We laughed out loud while learning valuable skills for our first time hand-throwing. They first do a demo, then walk you through step by step, and then let you have time to go for it yourself. I took my best friend for a birthday present, and we couldn't have been happier. It's worth every penny!
One Day Wheel Throwing
Jim C. • March 12, 2025
Sip & Spin Pottery Workshop
Samuel N. • March 12, 2025
One Day Wheel Throwing
Anonymous
• March 12, 2025
One Day Wheel Throwing
Jim C. • February 21, 2025
One Day Wheel Throwing
Anonymous
• February 16, 2025
Class was interesting and fun, but I would have preferred a little more one on one attention (class size was a bit too big)
One Day Handbuilding Exploration
Michael S. • February 15, 2025
This was a great experience for a Valentine's Day gift. Our teacher was very personable and knowledgeable, and helped to make sure each classmate completed their project in time. I would highly recommend it to friends.
Sip & Spin Pottery Workshop
Brian M. • January 3, 2025
It was a great team building exercise that helped me, as their new leader, assess how they managed the task - of drinking & spinning.
Sip & Spin Pottery Workshop
Yvonne G. • November 24, 2024
Great class. Instructor was patient and knowledgeable. Very accommodating to amateurs. Highly recommend this course. We were celebrating a birthday. So much fun.
One Day Wheel Throwing
Marika h. • October 26, 2024
The One Day Wheel Throwing class is so much fun! It’s a great place to dip your toe into a complicated art form within a fun and loving atmosphere.
One Day Wheel Throwing
Ekaterina L. • July 15, 2024
I liked the class. It was my first experience .
One Day Wheel Throwing
Anonymous
• May 23, 2024
It would be great if the instructor went through the steps a second time and also wrote it somewhere so we could easily see it while working on the wheel. It was hard to remember the steps and what the function of each step was. This would make the class more helpful. Otherwise the class and space was wonderful and I enjoyed working and meditating on the wheel.
One Day Wheel Throwing
Varun K. • March 30, 2024
The instructions were straightforward, help was available when you needed it, we had the freedom to experiment throwing with the clay. My only regret is not being able to collect mine and my wife's mini-bowls.
One Day Wheel Throwing
Brandon M. • March 18, 2024
One Day Wheel Throwing
Anonymous
• January 29, 2024
Class was too large for instructor to handle. Lack of follow up after initial instructions. Discouraging experience for anyone who actually has an interest in learning this skill. Would not recommend this.
One Day Wheel Throwing
Don M. • January 8, 2024
It was brilliant, I thoroughly enjoyed my first experience with pottery, and the teachers were amazing!
One Day Wheel Throwing
Thomas D. • December 31, 2023
One Day Wheel Throwing
Lucia L. • November 11, 2023
Fantastic instructor who was very enthusiastic, supportive and instructive. Really fun class!
Students have generally positive things to say about classes at Choplet Ceramic Studio. They appreciate the knowledgeable and friendly instructors who provide helpful guidance and instruction throughout the class. They appreciate the chance to create multiple pieces during the class and to keep a glazed piece as a memento. Many said they were hoping to come back soon to learn even more skills.
Quotes:
1. "The instructor was very helpful, attentive and made throwing pottery (for the first time), extremely enjoyable and successful!"
2. "This class was sooo fun! In this 2-hour class I threw FOUR pots, each one easier and better than the last!"
3. "My instructor was super great at helping me for my first time. Hoping to come back soon."
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