Adult Classes & Independent Study
Fall II Session
Mid-October through Mid-December
All Fall II Session Adult Classes at the Main Street Studio include daily 24-hour access to the studio as space permits
All Fall II Session Adult Classes at the 12th Street Annex include daily studio access from 9am-9pm as space permits
Independent Study
Fall II Session - now in 2 locations!
October 19th - Dec 18th
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Independent Study is for intermediate/advanced artists who want self-paced studio time with little to no guidance.
To qualify, you must have taken at least one full class at CCC or a private lesson
If you have questions, email programs@carbondaleclay.org before registering.
Independent Study requires session-by-session registration, and shelves must be cleared at the end of the session (December 18th) unless you plan on registering for a class or independent study the following session*.
Price: $375
Half Shelf Included | Firing fees included | Studio Access Included (space permitting) through December 18th
Clay not included
*If you are interested in a longer-term shelf rental, please CLICK HERE for more information on our monthly shelf rental program.
Find Your Voice - Handbuilding 101
Monday Evenings
Level: Beginner/Intermediate Handbuilding
Location: CCC’s Main Street Studio
135 Main Street, Carbondale, CO
Through guided demonstrations, creative prompts, and individual projects, students will be encouraged to experiment with the shapes, textures, forms, and ideas that naturally draw them in. Rather than working toward a single “right” result, the class will emphasize process, curiosity, and the discovery of what feels uniquely yours.
Perfect for beginner and intermediate students to explore their creative style. No experience necessary.
Oct 19th - Dec 7th (7 Sessions)
@ 6pm - 8:30pm
No Class Monday, November 23rd
Instructor: Ticah Burrows
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through December 18th.
Glaze Week: December 11th - 18th
Dirty Hands - All Levels Wheel Throwing
Wednesday Evenings
Level: All Levels
Location: CCC’s NEW! 12th Street Annex
215 12th Street, Carbondale, CO
All levels welcome! Whether you've never
thrown on the wheel before or have heaps of
experience, you will be pushed to explore and
move beyond your current skills in this 7 week
class. Bring an open mind or a specific project you want to tackle. Either way…the dirtier your hands, the more joy you will find in
life!
October 21st - December 9th (7 Sessions)
@ 6:00pm - 8:30pm
No class Wednesday, November 25th
Instructor: Matthew Eames
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & studio access every day from 9am-9pm (space permitting) through December 18th.
Glaze Week: December 11th - 18th
Visual Language of Surface Design
Thursday Evenings
Level: Intermediate/Advanced Wheel and/or Handbuild
Location: CCC’s Main Street Studio
135 Main St, Carbondale, CO
Take your ceramic work beyond form and explore the expressive possibilities of surface design and manipulation. Different advanced decorative techniques will be introduced, including slip work, sgraffito, carving, and glaze decals, for example.
This class is designed for students who already have a strong foundation in ceramics and are ready to push their surfaces further, experiment with new processes, and develop a more distinctive visual language.
October 22nd - December 17th (7 Sessions)
@ 6pm-8:30pm
No Class Thursday, Nov 26th and Dec 10th
Instructors: Anne Goldberg and Matt Johnson
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through December 18th.
Glaze Week: December 11th - 18th (note: the last class is during Glaze Week)
Intro to Wheel Throwing
Thursday Mornings
Level: Beginner Wheel
Location: CCC’s Main Street Studio
135 Main St, Carbondale, CO
Are you new to the world of wheel throwing? Join us in this introductory course designed to jumpstart your love affair with clay. Instruction will focus on centering, opening, and pulling clay pieces on the potter's wheel as well as trimming, adding handles, and exploring basic 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.
October 22nd - December 10th (7 Sessions)
@ 9:30am - 12:00pm
No class Thursday, November 26th
Instructor: Sara Ramirez Lopez
(se habla español)
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through December 18th
Glaze Week: December 11th - 18th
Intro to Wheel Throwing
Monday Evenings
Level: Beginner Wheel
Location: CCC’s NEW 12th Street Annex
215 12th Street, Carbondale, CO
Are you new to the world of wheel throwing? Join us in this introductory course designed to jumpstart your love affair with clay. Instruction will focus on centering, opening, and pulling clay pieces on the potter's wheel as well as trimming, adding handles, and exploring basic 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.
Oct 19th - Dece 7th (7 Sessions)
@ 6pm-8:30pm
No Class Monday, November 23rd
Instructor: Claire Lorentz
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & studio access every day from 9am-9pm (space permitting) through December 18th, 2026.
Glaze Week: December 11th - 18th
Bonus Beginner Wheel
Sunday Evenings
Level: Beginner Wheel (experience required)
Location: CCC’s Main Street Studio
135 Main St, Carbondale, CO
Do you already have a wheel class or two under your belt and are ready for more? This class will help you build and refine skills on the throwing wheel, learn glazing and basic surface design techniques, and enhance your practice. As your skills build, we will encourage you to explore your creativity, curiosity, and connection to ceramics all while further developing your practice with our favorite local ski patroller and pottery pro.
Oct 18th - Dece 6th (7 Sessions)
@ 6pm-8:30pm
No Class Sunday, November 22nd
Instructor: Jodi Henderson
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour, 7 days/week studio access outside of class (space permitting) through December 18th, 2026.
Glaze Week: December 11th - 18th, 2026
Intro to Wheel Throwing
Tuesday Evenings
Level: Beginner Wheel
Location: CCC’s Main Street Studio
135 Main St, Carbondale, CO
Are you new to the world of wheel throwing? Join us in this introductory course designed to jumpstart your love affair with clay. Instruction will focus on centering, opening, and pulling clay pieces on the potter's wheel as well as trimming, adding handles, and exploring basic 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.
Oct 20th - Dec 8th (7 Sessions)
@ 6:00pm - 8:30pm
No class Tuesday, November 24th
Instructor: Gabby Gawreluk
Price: $400
* Includes one 25lb bag of clay, 1/2 shelf, instruction & 24-hour studio access outside of class (space permitting) through December 18th
Glaze Week: December 11th - 18th
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 unless otherwise noted.
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.