Adult Classes
Fall I Session
Registration opens Tuesday, June 9th @ noon for Members and Monday, June 15th @ noon for the Public
All Fall I Session Adult Classes include 24-hour access to the studio as space permits
The Art of Majolica
Sunday Evenings
Level: All Levels Handbuilding or Intermediate/Advanced Wheel
August 16th - October 4th (7 Sessions)
@ 6:00pm - 8:30pm
No class on Sept 6th
Instructor: Sue Kolbe
Ma-jol-ika… My-oli-ka… Tin Glazed Earthenware…
Anyway you say it, this centuries-old process is truly the “diva” of clay while still being accessible (Sue has taught Majolika to children who produced award-winning work at NCECA). Potters can discover both historic and contemporary ways to expand their clay vocabulary. Sue has drawn on everything she's learned from 20 years of studying with Majolica masters, and she can’t wait to share it all with you. Get ready to drink from the firehose!
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through October 16th
Glaze Week: October 9th - 16th
Beginner Wheel Throwing
Monday Evenings
Level: Beginner Wheel
August 17th - October 5th (7 Sessions)
@ 6pm-8:30pm
No Class Sept 7th
Instructor: Sara Ramirez
(Se habla español)
Whether you’ve never tried the pottery wheel before or have a class or two under your belt, this class will help you build skills on the throwing wheel and enhance your practice. Instruction will focus on centering, opening, and pulling clay pieces on the potter's wheel as well as adding handles and glazing techniques. As your skills build, we will encourage you to explore your creativity and curiosity for ceramics all while developing a practice that enhances those skills. PS - Sara is one of our studio techs and always has the inside scoop on firing schedules and studio updates!
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through October 16th
Glaze Week: October 9th - 16th
Sculpted Illusions
Tuesday Mornings
Level: Beginner/Intermediate Handbuilding
August 18th - October 6th (7 Sessions)
@ 9:30am - noon
No Class Sept 8th
Instructor: Ticah Burrows
Things aren’t always as they seem! Participants will develop handbuilding and sculptural skills while exploring texture, proportion, carving, surface treatment, and glazing methods that create lifelike detail and visual surprise. Emphasis will be placed on storytelling, humor, and the art of making ordinary objects extraordinary through clay. Suitable for all experience levels, this class invites students to challenge perception and create ceramic works that delight, confuse, and captivate the viewer.
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through October 16th
Glaze Week: October 9th - 16th
The Wheel Deal - Next Level Throwing
Tuesday Evenings
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
August 18th - October 6th (7 Sessions)
@ 6pm-8:30pm
No Class Sept 8th
Instructor: Bradley Walters
Designed for students ready to take their throwing skills to the next level with a focus on precision, consistency, and personal expression. Whether you’re looking to perfect your technique or expand your artistic practice, this class offers a supportive studio environment to grow your skills and deepen your understanding of wheel-thrown ceramics. It's the wheel deal, after all.
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through October 16th
Glaze Week: October 9th - 16th
Farm to Form
Wednesday Evenings
Level: All Levels Wheel
August 19th - October 7th (7 Sessions)
@ 6pm-8:30pm
No Class Sept 9th
Class Harvest Potluck - October 21st
Instructor: Matthew Eames
Join us for a hands-on Farm-to-Form ceramics class where clay, food, and craftsmanship come together. In this immersive workshop, you’ll create your own handmade ceramic pieces inspired by the beauty and simplicity of seasonal dining — think rustic plates, serving bowls, mugs, and more. You’ll learn foundational pottery techniques while exploring the connection between locally sourced food and functional art. Perfect for food lovers, artists, and anyone who appreciates thoughtful, handmade experiences. Special Thanks to Two Roots Farm in Emma, CO for supplying organic produce for the class’s end of session harvest potluck!
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through October 16th
Glaze Week: October 9th - 16th
Beginner Wheel Throwing
Thursday Mornings
Level: Beginner Wheel
August 20th - October 8th (7 Sessions)
@ 9:30am-12:00pm
No Class Sept 10th
Instructor: Matt Johnson
Whether you’ve never tried the pottery wheel before or have a class or two under your belt, this class will help you build skills on the throwing wheel and enhance your practice. This class focuses on centering, opening, and pulling clay pieces on the potter's wheel as well as adding handles and glazing techniques. As your skills build, we will encourage you to explore your creativity and curiosity for ceramics all while developing a practice that enhances those skills. What a perfect way to start your day.
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through October 16th
Glaze Week: October 9th - 16th
Photo: Abriah Wofford
Independent Study
Summer Session
August 17-Oct 16th
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Independent Study is for intermediate/advanced artists who want self-paced studio time with little to no guidance. Students get 24 hour access to reserve studio time as space allows. To qualify, you must have taken at least one intermediate/advanced class at CCC or two beginner classes.
If you have equivalent experience elsewhere, email programs@carbondaleclay.org before registering.
Independent Study requires session-by-session registration, and shelves must be cleared at the end of the session unless you plan on registering for the following session.
Price: $375
Half Shelf Included | Firing fees included | Clay not included
ENROLLMENT POLICY
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. A student will only be registered for a class upon receipt of tuition payment in full. We cannot guarantee placement into a class until payment is received. Materials and firing fees are included in the tuition.
CANCELLATION POLICY
To cancel a registration and receive a refund, you must notify the CCC at least 7 days before the start date of your class. We will refund your payment minus a 10% cancellation fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 7 days before the start date of the class. In the event that the Clay Center is forced to cancel a class, a full refund will be issued.