CERAMICS
LBIF’s ceramics program, established in 1948, continues to thrive as a hub for ceramic sculpture for all ages. Renowned ceramists and sculptors teach and exhibit here, and the program is recognized for its excellent facilities, instruction, and workshops. With strong demand, it regularly hosts about 28 full-time studio residencies each summer and another 28 during the winter season.
Upcoming Ceramics Programs and Events
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Drop-In Ceramics
Explore the basics of wheel throwing or hand building, or choose from various pre-made ceramic pieces to paint. Drop-in sessions are perfect for a family outing, a fun activity with friends, or simply expanding your love of the arts.
Private Lessons
Make a birthday or anniversary truly memorable with a private session in the ceramics studio. Plan a hand-building project, reserve time on the wheel for a small group, or book a one-on-one lesson tailored to your pottery interests and skills.
Raku Firings
Raku firings offer a dynamic, hands-on ceramics experience that highlights the dramatic and unpredictable beauty of this traditional firing process. Participants work alongside experienced instructors to fire their pieces outdoors, embracing the spontaneity of flame, smoke, and rapid cooling. Raku firings are available by appointment, artists are invited to book a session to complete their work and experience this exciting, process-driven technique firsthand.
Field Trips
LBIF welcomes school groups and classes to visit its ceramics studio for engaging, hands-on field trip experiences. Designed to complement classroom learning, these visits introduce students to clay techniques, creative problem-solving, and the artistic process in a supportive studio environment. Guided by experienced instructors, students explore ceramics through age-appropriate projects while connecting art, creativity, and self-expression. Field trips are available by appointment and can be tailored to meet curricular goals and grade levels.
The Residency Program
LBIF’s Ceramics Residency Program offers potters the chance to create in a vibrant communal studio. Residents receive a dedicated wheel or hand-building station along with personal storage, available during summer or winter sessions.
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