Welcome to the Center for the Study of Figurative Ceramics
The Center offers a diverse range of learning opportunities, including virtual curriculums of varying lengths, in-person masterclasses, and residencies. These programs are designed for individuals at different stages of their ceramic journey, providing multiple entry points into the world of figurative ceramics to catalyze growth amidst a dedicated community.
De Puerto Rico a Penland 2026
Our Internship program in collaboration with Córdova Studios and Penland School of Craft is now OPEN
This one-month experience will offer two artists from Puerto Rico, focused on the medium of ceramics, the opportunity to travel to Penland in the mountains of Western North Carolina to participate in a two-week internship at Córdova Studios followed by a two-week hands-on ceramic workshop at Penland School of Craft.
Two weeks internship at Córdova Studios, ceramic workshop at Penland School of Craft, travel, lodging, food, and a weekly stipend are included.
NEXT INTERNSHIP:
JUNE 29, 2026 - July 24, 2026
From June 29 to July 10 two weeks internship with Cristina Córdova at Córdova Studios and from July 12 to July 24, two weeks workshop Exploring Molds and Multiples with Daniel Garver at Penland School of Craft.
Deadline for application: April 10, 2026
Participants will be selected by a panel and will be notified by May 5, 2026.
Discover Our Community-Driven Art Education Initiative:
Cerámica Para Todos
“Investigación de Barros Locales” by Yamileth Flores Reyes - February 2026
This workshop introduced participants to a comprehensive research process focused on Puerto Rico’s local clays, from their identification, collection, and processing to their formulation and use in a range of ceramic applications. Through hands-on experimentation, participants explored the properties of local clay, the addition of minerals to enhance performance, and its use both as a clay body and as a material for surface finishes such as slips, textures, and glazes. The workshop organized in collaboration with Pitirre Proyectos aimed to promote a more conscious, informed, and sustainable use of local resources, expanding technical knowledge of the island’s clays and their potential within contemporary ceramic practice.
NEW FREE Resource Collection from Cristina Córdova — Tools & Materials
This free resource section on our Teachable is an extension of Cristina’s desire to share the tools she regularly use, along with recommendations for books, websites, and other helpful materials for anyone passionate about figurative ceramics. We hope these resources support and inspire your practice. Feel free to engage with them in whatever way best serves your journey.
Embodied Clay —
Read About Us in Ceramics Monthly
We’re thrilled to be featured in the latest issue of Ceramics Monthly! In her article "Embodied Clay," our founder Cristina Córdova reflects on the timeless connection between clay and the human form, and how that spirit lives on through the work we do here at the Center.
Click here to read the full article and learn more about who we are and what we offer.
