The Bodgery Ceramics Area
A fully-equipped community ceramics studio in Madison, Wisconsin — open to all Bodgery members. Wheel throwing, hand building, and a full glaze library, run entirely by volunteers to keep costs accessible to everyone.
What's available
Glaze library
Dozens of glazes and underglazes for member use, tracked and catalogued in Kilnsugi. Images, ratings, and notes from other members.
Browse glazes →Mold collection
Slipcasting molds available to checked-off members — catalogued with images, locations, and usage notes.
Browse molds →Classes & workshops
Regular classes, orientations, and open studio events. RSVP as a member to reserve a spot.
Class schedule →Studio equipment
Multiple pottery wheels available to members who have completed the wheel check-off.
Clay
Bagged clay in several varieties for purchase, plus recycled and pugged studio clay available by the lb.
Community
Active member community with monthly crew meetings, volunteer opportunities and shared knowledge!
Access & membership
The ceramics area is available to all active Bodgery members. After joining The Bodgery, attend orientations to get checked off on equipment and gain full studio access. Additional tool check-offs (wheels, slab roller, extruder) are available through classes or one-on-one sessions with an instructor.
Getting started
- 1Join The Bodgery as a member at thebodgery.org
- 2Attend a new member orientation — listed on the Bodgery events calendar
- 3Attend a ceramics orientation — also on the Bodgery events calendar
- 4Request a Kilnsugi account to access the member portal
- 5Get checked off on equipment to unlock wheels, slab roller, and more
Questions?
Reach the ceramics team through The Bodgery's Slack workspace (#ceramics channel, DMs) or through this app.