CIELO CLAYWORKS

A multi-dimensional ceramic art studio located in
Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The studio is a creative workspace and classroom. We offer an intimate artistic setting for the clay experience. Studio time allows diverse opportunities for the exploration of clay as a medium of expression, as well as experimentation with glaze techniques and glaze development. Nurtured by a long term relationship with clay, Cheryl Brown shares her passion and knowledge of ceramics through her art and by actively teaching others to celebrate the “perfection of imperfection” through working in clay.

Classes

Private or group sessions available
Handbuilding
Experiment with pinching, coiling, slab construction, press and hump molds, carving, sculpting, and mixed handbuilding techniques.

$25 per hour, 2 hour minimum

Wheel Throwing
Discover throwing basics for beginners and altered forms for advanced classes.

$30 per hour, 2 hour minimum

Create-A-Plate
Form a slab plate, apply underglazes, and finish using the “sgraffito” or incising technique to carve your design.

$30 per hour

Paint-A-Stein
Paint unique designs with underglazes on bisqueware steins, mugs, flowerpots, or ornaments. Finish with a food safe clear glaze.

$30 per class

Glaze Technique
Explore slip application, slip trailing, underglaze application, oxide wash application, and glaze application.

$25 per hour, 2 hour minimum

Glaze Development
Create your own glaze from raw materials.

$25 per hour, 2 hour minimum

Special Projects
Need a space to work on your clay project? We will accommodate you with supervised sessions. Materials not included.

$25 per hour, 2 hour minimum

Unique Clayworks

Artist Cheryl Brown offers a variety of handbuilt functional and conceptual ceramics for sale at her studio. Our one-of-a-kind Clayworks will soon be available for purchase at our online store.

Browse Cielo Clayworks

Discover ceramic artist, Cheryl Brown’s Explorations of the Soul conceptual works, Texture Stories functional wares, and exclusive Ornament Collections, including hand-painted Sugar Skulls, the iconic Florida series, and talisman inspired Lucky Stars.

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Additional Services

Workshops • Studio Space Rental • Firing Services
Materials
  • Earthenware clay
  • Underglazes
  • Glazes
  • Raw materials for glaze-making
Tools
  • Handbuilding and wheel throwing tools
  • Stamps and cutters
  • Press Molds
  • Glaze brushes
Equipment
  • Bailey Slab roller
  • North Star Extruder
  • Shimpo Pottery Wheel
  • Duncan Electric Kiln
Workshops
Cielo Clayworks presents seasonal workshops, including Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Halloween, and Holiday gift and ornament-making. Workshops range in price from $30 – $99 for one-hour to four-hour sessions.

Workshops have currently been put on hold due to the coronavirus.

Studio Rental
Cielo Clayworks offers studio rental for equipment usage and special projects. Fees start at $25 per hour with a two-hour minimum or 5 two-hour sessions for $225. Limited instruction and shared firings are included. For full kiln usage see firing services.

 

Firing Service
Firing services are available to the public at Cielo Clayworks. Fees vary from $20-$100 depending on the space required. Fees for a full bisque or low-fire glaze firing is $75. Fees for a stoneware glaze firing is $125. This includes loading, attending, and unloading the kiln.

While 99% of our firings end in success, Cielo Clayworks cannot guarantee or take responsibility for the outcome of work created outside of the studio. Kiln services are by appointment only and booked on availability.

Reference Library
Customer access to our ceramic reference library is one of the perks at Cielo Clayworks. Whether you are a history buff or need guidance on the perfect clay body or glaze, you can find it on our shelf. A collection of Ceramics Monthly magazines is on hand for project ideas and inspiration.

SERVICES FAQs

Tell me more about your services

How do I book a session?

If you are interested in exploring clay at Cielo Clayworks, let us know about a week in advance what you would like to come in and work on. Class time, special projects sessions, and studio rental space is based on availability.

Please see Class and Workshop Policy for more information.

What does Cielo Clayworks provide?

We provide all instruction, materials, tools, and firings for classes. We also have aprons and towels available.

Special projects include instruction, limited materials, tools, and firings. If a special project firing requires use of the complete kiln, a $75 firing fee will apply.

How can I schedule my special project?

Send us an email at cieloclayworks@gmail.com with your project idea, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

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Cielo Clayworks is a multi-dimensional ceramic art studio located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The studio is a creative workspace and classroom. We offer an intimate artistic setting for the clay experience. Studio time allows diverse opportunities for the exploration of clay as a medium of expression, as well as experimentation with glaze techniques and glaze development. Nurtured by a long term relationship with clay, Cheryl Brown shares her passion and knowledge of ceramics through her art and by actively teaching others to celebrate the “perfection of imperfection” through working in clay.