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BRAC Spring 2026 Classes

Explore our creative programs for youth, teens, adults, and families!

Ceramics with Monoprint: Textures & Transfers – Youth/Teen/Adult/Family

Monday | 10 weeks | 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Teacher: PinHsin "Cynthia" Chu
(Total: Youth $250 | Adult $350 | Parent & Child $400 | Adult Pair $600)
Price per class: Youth/Teen $25 | Adult $35 | Parent & Child $40 | Adult Pair $60
Dates: April 13 | April 20 | April 27 | May 4 | May 11 | May 18 | June 1 | June 8 | June 15 | June 22

This class introduces participants to the artistic intersection of printmaking and pottery. Students will explore the monoprinting technique on clay, learning how to transfer intricate textures, vibrant patterns, and custom images onto soft clay surfaces using underglazes and slips to create one-of-a-kind decorative ceramic pieces with professional-grade surface designs.

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Pottery Ceramics – Adult

Monday | 10 Weeks | 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Teacher: PinHsin "Cynthia" Chu
(Total: Adult $400)
Price per class: Adult $40
Dates: April 13 | April 20 | April 27 | May 4 | May 11 | May 18 | June 1 | June 8 | June 15 | June 22

This class introduces the fundamentals of wheel throwing, including clay preparation, forming techniques, trimming, and surface decoration. Students will develop skills to create functional ceramic forms such as cups, bowls, and small vessels while learning proper studio practices.

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Handbuilding Ceramics – Youth/Teen/Adult/Family

Tuesday | 10 weeks | 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Teacher: Ellen Carranza
(Total: Youth $250 | Adult $350 | Parent & Child $400 | Adult Pair $600)
Price per class: Youth/Teen $25 | Adult $35 | Parent & Child $40 | Adult Pair $60
Dates: April 14 | April 21 | April 28 | May 5 | May 12 | May 19 | June 2 | June 9 | June 16 | June 23

Students are introduced to foundational techniques in both hand-building and wheel throwing, learning how to prepare clay, throw basic forms on the wheel, and construct hand-built elements such as handles or spouts while creating a functional water carafe with a matching cup. This course is ideal for beginners or students looking to strengthen their ceramic fundamentals in a supportive studio environment.

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Pottery Ceramics – Adult (Español)

Tuesday | 10 Weeks | 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Teacher: Ellen Carranza
(Total: Adult $400)
Price per class: Adult $40
Dates: April 14 | April 21 | April 28 | May 5 | May 12 | May 19 | June 2 | June 9 | June 16 | June 23

Students are introduced to foundational techniques in both hand-building and wheel throwing, learning how to prepare clay, throw basic forms on the wheel, and construct hand-built elements such as handles or spouts while creating a functional water carafe with a matching cup. This course is ideal for beginners or students looking to strengthen their ceramic fundamentals in a supportive studio environment.

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Comic Book Design– Teen/Adult

Wednesday | 10 weeks | 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Teacher: Tony Burstion
(Total: Teen/Adult $250 | Adult Pair $400)
Price per class: Youth/Teen $25 | Adult Pair $40
Dates: April 15 | April 22 | April 29 | May 6 | May 13 | May 20 | June 3 | June 10 | June 17 | June 24

Join Tony Burstion to bring stories to life! Learn character design, paneling, and creative storytelling in a fun, hands-on environment.

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Stained Glass – Adult (Afternoon)

Wednesday | 7 Weeks | 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Teacher: Ron Zwerdling
(Total: Adult $350)
Price per class: Adult $50

Dates: May 6 | May 13 | May 20 | June 3 | June 10 | June 17 | June 24

Learn the art of stained glass! Craft vibrant panels while developing precision, patience, and creativity under expert guidance.

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Stained Glass – Adult (Evening)

Wednesday | 7 Weeks | 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Teacher: Ron Zwerdling
(Total: Adult $350)
Price per class: Adult $50

Dates: May 6 | May 13 | May 20 | June 3 | June 10 | June 17 | June 24

Learn the art of stained glass! Craft vibrant panels while developing precision, patience, and creativity under expert guidance.

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Handbuilding Ceramics – Youth/Teen/Adult/Family

Thursday | 10 weeks | 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Teacher: Matthew Burcaw
(Total: Youth $250 | Adult $350 | Parent & Child $400 | Adult Pair $600)
Price per class: Youth/Teen $25 | Adult $35 | Parent & Child $40 | Adult Pair $60
Dates: April 16 | April 23 | April 30 | May 7 | May 14 | May 21 | June 4 | June 11 | June 18 | June 25

Explore the various techniques of hand building: pinch pots, slabs and slumps. Make decorative and functional objects. We will look at a variety of different cultures' ceramic traditions for inspiration.

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Pottery Ceramics – Adult

Thursday | 10 Weeks | 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Teacher: Matthew Burcaw
(Total: Adult $400)
Price per class: Adult $40
Dates: April 16 | April 23 | April 30 | May 7 | May 14 | May 21 | June 4 | June 11 | June 18 | June 25

This is a beginners and intermediate class. Learn the basics; centering, pulling up, forming, trimming and glazing. Make bowls, mugs, vases, plates and more.

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Watercolor Painting – Adult

Thursday | 10 Weeks | 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Teacher: Fable Jones
(Total: Adult $250 | Adult Pair $400)
Price per class: Adult $25 | Adult Pair $40
Dates: April 16 | April 23 | April 30 | May 7 | May 14 | May 21 | June 4 | June 11 | June 18 | June 25

Explore the world of painting through the medium of watercolor, learning the technique to create beautiful landscapes and portraits.

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Comic Book Design– Youth/Teen/Family

Saturday | 9 weeks | 11:00 – 1:00 PM | Teacher: Tony Burstion
(Total: Child/Teen $250 | Parent & Child $300 | Child/Teen Pair $350)
Dates: April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 30 | June 6, 13, 27

Join Tony Burstion to bring stories to life! Learn character design, paneling, and creative storytelling in a fun, hands-on environment.

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Printmaking and Linoleum – Teen/Adult

Saturday | 9 Weeks | 1:00 – 3:00 PM | Teacher: Tammy Wofsey
(Total: Teen $225 | Adult $300 | Adult Pair $450)

Dates: April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 30 | June 6, 13, 27

Explore printmaking techniques from sketch to print! Students of all ages create unique linoleum prints and artistic compositions.

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Portrait Painting – Adult

Saturday | 9 Weeks | 3:30 – 5:30 PM | Teacher: Jaron Newton
(Total: Adult $250 | Adult Pair $450)

Dates: April 18, 25 | May 2, 9, 16, 30 | June 6, 13, 27

This course will aid students in improving their painting tehniques by teaching them how to approach every portrait as a three-dimensional spatial problem using 1-point, 2-point, and 3-point perspective.

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Please note that we have a first-come, first-serve policy. Reserve your spot as soon as possible!

All fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. In addition, you can contact us at info@bronxriverart.org or call 718.589.5819

Cancellation Policy: If a class does not meet capacity (7), it may be canceled, in which case students will have the option to either take another class or receive a full refund.

Unless otherwise noted, all classes include materials and use of professional equipment.

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Bronx River Art Center
1087 E. Tremont Ave., Bronx, NY 10460
T (718) 589-5819
info@bronxriverart.org

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GALLERY HOURS:
Tuesday - Friday: 3:00 - 6 PM
Saturday: 12 - 5 PM
Gallery hours are only in effect during the
exhibition dates.

OFFICE & CENTER HOURS:
Monday - Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM

DIRECTIONS TO CENTER:  By Train: Take #2 or #5 to West Farms Square/East Tremont. Walk one block east to Bronx Street. By Bus: Take #'s B9, 21, 36, 40, 42, or Q44 to East Tremont and Boston Road. By Car: Take Bruckner Expressway to Sheridan Expressway, and exit at East Tremont Ave. Turn left at the traffic light one block down onto East Tremont. Turn left after one block onto Bronx St. (Cross Bronx Expressway) towards Rosedale Ave, then exit. Turn left onto Rosedale Ave, then take a left onto Tremont Ave. Drive four blocks to West Farms Square.

BRAC’s arts programs are made possible with support from the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, including Council Members Oswald Feliz, Althea Stevens, Eric Dinowitz, and the Bronx Delegation. Additional support is from Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, the NYC Civic Engagement Commission "People's Money", the NYS Council on the Arts with support from Governor Kathy Hochul and the NYS Legislature. Foundation support is from Con Edison: The Power of Giving, The Lincoln Fund, the Howard Gilman Foundation, The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Hispanic Federation, the New York Life Foundation in partnership with the Afterschool Alliance, NYC Tourism Foundation and Bronx Tourism Council. Private support is provided by City Parks Foundation through the NYC Green Fund and individual donors like YOU!!

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