THE CLAY STUDIO

The gallery and exhibitions program at the clay studio is a vibrant platform that annually showcases the work of over 300 local, national, and international ceramic artists. We curate and present multiple exhibitions, including solo and group shows, in our galleries, and host lectures, panel discussions, and artist talks. The gallery is a leader in presenting contemporary ceramics, engaging audiences with relevant programming, and catalog publishing. Our online lectures serve as a platform for engaging dialogue about ceramics. These events create an opportunity for a broad audience, from professional artists to collectors to beginning students, to celebrate traditional and contemporary ceramics in thoughtful dialogue, fostering an intellectually engaging environment.

The clay studio is committed to providing education opportunities to ceramic artists of all levels, from beginners to highly experienced makers. We offer a wide range of instruction, including wheel-throwing, hand- building, surface decoration, sculpture, glazing, mold-making, and more. Our classes and workshops, which enroll more than 600 students each term, are designed to be inclusive and welcoming. We serve as the primary studio for more than 40 ceramic artists through our associates program, and nearly 1/3 of our students are advanced-level ceramic artists. We strive to create a supportive studio environment where artists of all ages and abilities can learn and thrive, ensuring that everyone feels welcomed and valued.