Welcome to Pikes Peak Artist Collective, Colorado Springs’ community art studio. Pick a class below to see upcoming dates, open spots and details, then register online.
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Pottery Date Night
Enjoy a creative 2-hour pottery wheel experience tailored for couples or pairs! Perfect for date night or best friends, you’ll learn wheel-throwing basics, craft custom bowls or cups together, and have your best pieces professionally glazed and fired.
Price
$205 for two
Age
17+
Duration
1 Class
Next: Sat, Nov 7, 5:00 PM · Only 1 spot left
Coffee and Clay Pottery
Combine morning coffee with ceramic handbuilding in a relaxed, social atmosphere! Designed for adults of all skill levels, this monthly workshop guides you through slab, pinch, and coil methods to sculpt two glazed pieces while enjoying local brews.
Price
$85
Age
17+
Duration
1 Class
Next: Sat, Nov 28, 10:00 AM · 7 spots left
Berry Bowl Workshop (Handbuilding)
Handbuild a functional ceramic berry bowl, complete with a perforated filter and handle, in this guided handbuilding workshop. Learn clean, well-fitted attachments and thoughtful design for everyday use.
Price
$95
Age
17+
Duration
1 Class
Next: Wed, Nov 11, 5:30 PM · 7 spots left
Ring Dish Workshop
Make a functional ring and jewelry dish in this guided two-hour pottery wheel workshop. Step-by-step instruction takes you from clay to a finished, handmade piece, with plenty of hands-on coaching. Beginner-friendly.
Price
$70
Age
17+
Duration
1 Class
Next: Wed, Nov 4, 6:00 PM · 5 spots left
6 Weeks of Pottery
Master the art of pottery with our comprehensive six-week adult course. From raw clay to glazed finished pieces, you’ll gain hands-on instruction in wheel throwing, handbuilding, trimming, and surface design to create a beautiful ceramic collection.
Price
$325
Age
17+
Duration
Weekly, 6 Classes
Starts Dec 6 · 7 spots left
4 Weeks of Intermediate Wheel Throwing
Build stronger, more consistent skills at the wheel in this four-week course. Through structured exercises you'll refine centering, cylinders, cups, mugs, handles and bowls, then trim and glaze your work. Prerequisite: the 4-week or 6-week intro pottery course.
Price
$240
Age
17+
Duration
Weekly, 4 Classes
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Intro to Pottery Wheel
Step into the ceramic studio with this beginner-friendly adult workshop. Learn fundamental wheel-throwing techniques like centering and pulling walls to craft up to three unique ceramic pieces, with the option to explore handbuilding during class.
Price
$105
Age
17+
Duration
1 Class
Next: Fri, Nov 20, 6:00 PM · Only 3 spots left
Relax with Clay
Slow down and unwind in this quiet, unhurried two-hour pottery wheel session. With no pressure to make a finished piece, you're free to experiment and enjoy the calming process of working with clay. All experience levels welcome.
Price
$75
Age
17+
Duration
1 Class
Next: Wed, Nov 18, 6:00 PM · 6 spots left
4 Weeks of Pottery
Dive into the complete ceramic process in this immersive four-week pottery series! Designed for adults of all skill levels, you’ll master wheel throwing, handbuilding, trimming, and glazing to craft functional bowls, mugs, and decorative ceramics.
Price
$220
Age
17+
Duration
Weekly, 4 Classes
Starts Nov 3 · Only 1 spot left
Clay Membership
(The Potter's Circle)
Elevate your ceramic practice with an ongoing PPAC clay membership! Designed for dedicated hobbyists, members receive weekly instruction, open studio access, 12.5 lbs of clay, glazes, and kiln firings to develop self-paced pottery and handbuilding projects.
Price
$195/Monthly
Age
17+
Duration
Ongoing / Weekly
Intro to Pottery Handbuilding
Explore the tactile art of ceramics without using the pottery wheel! This hands-on handbuilding workshop teaches pinch, coil, and slab techniques to help participants of all ages sculpt up to three custom pieces, from mugs to imaginative forms.
Price
$90
Age
6+
(Under 16 w/ adult)
Duration
1 Class
Next: Sat, Nov 28, 2:00 PM · 9 spots left
Painting Contemporary Still-Lifes
Explore still-life painting with a fresh, contemporary twist! Each week you'll discover a different still-life artist and use their style as inspiration for your own original painting from provided reference photos. All skill levels welcome.
Price
$240
Age
17+
Duration
Weekly, 4 Classes
Starts Dec 2 · 16 spots left
Painting Southwest Landscapes
Explore the beauty, colors and character of the American Southwest through painting! Each week you'll study a different Southwest artist and create your own original landscape from provided reference photos. All skill levels welcome.
Price
$240
Age
17+
Duration
Weekly, 4 Classes
Starts Dec 2 · 16 spots left
Youth Pottery Wheel
A monthly hands-on clay morning for young artists! Students try the pottery wheel and handbuilding, making small projects like cups, bowls, pinch pots and sculptures, with step-by-step guidance from experienced instructors. All experience levels welcome.
Price
$60
Age
7-13
Duration
1 Class
Next: Sat, Nov 21, 10:00 AM · 5 spots left
Try The Pottery Wheel (All Ages)
Try your hand at pottery! This beginner-friendly 45-minute wheel throwing mini-course lets you center clay, shape forms, and craft a functional ceramic piece to be professionally glazed and fired.
Price
$50
Age
6+
(Under 16 w/ adult)
Duration
1 Class
Next open: Sat, Nov 14, 6:45 PM · Only 3 spots left
Peaks & Paint Summer Camp
A fun, hands-on boutique summer art camp for kids ages 6–13! Guided by professional artists in central Colorado Springs, campers explore painting, drawing, pottery wheel throwing, and mixed media with exciting new themes and projects every single week.
Price
$300
Age
6-13
Duration
1 Week, 5 Classes
Weekly Tuesday Class for Kids
An engaging weekly after-school art program for kids ages 8–13. Young artists build real technical skills across pottery, painting, fiber arts, and drawing while balancing structured lessons with inspiring independent studio time and creative freedom.
Price
Multiple Options
Age
8-13
Duration
Weekly, 8 Classes
In progress, ends Dec 15 · Only 3 spots left
Dive Into Creativity: Year-Long Art Class for Teens in Colorado Springs
Empower your teen with a comprehensive year-long art journey! Designed for ages 12–18, this weekly class explores drawing, painting, pottery, sewing, and mixed media while building creative independence, technical skills, and artistic confidence.
Price
Multiple Options
Age
12-17
Duration
Weekly, 36 Classes

ABOUT US
Founded in 2001, Pikes Peak Artist Collective (PPAC) is a cornerstone of the Colorado Springs art community, offering a wide variety of art classes and pottery classes for all ages and experience levels. Whether you're looking to explore ceramics, drawing, or painting, our studio provides creative opportunities for kids, teens, and adults alike.
Youth programs include year-round after-school art classes, one-time pottery workshops, and parent/child pottery classes designed to encourage creativity and connection. Adults can choose from fun one-time pottery classes, structured 4- and 6-week pottery courses, or comprehensive 6- and 8-week painting and drawing classes.
For those wanting more studio time, we offer ongoing clay memberships, private lessons, date night pottery classes, and group classes for four or more participants. Led by a passionate and experienced team of teaching artists, PPAC is your destination for inspiring, hands-on art and pottery classes in Colorado Springs.
Whether you're picking up a brush or working on the wheel for the first time—or refining your artistic skills—we’re here to support your journey. Meet our incredible art instructors by clicking below.

PRIVATE EVENTS
Experience fun and creative pottery events at Pikes Peak Artist Collective, perfect for birthday parties, team-building, or unique group outings. Choose from two pottery party options: Hand-Building Parties, where you can explore techniques like pinch, coil, and slab-building, and take home your creations the same day, or Wheel Throwing Parties, where you’ll work with a pottery wheel to create bowls, vases, and more, with pieces ready for pickup in 4-6 weeks. We also offer craft and painting parties for a fun, creative twist. Private lessons are available by request for a more personalized experience. Submit an event request for custom pricing today! All ages are welcome, with a minimum of 4 participants. Adults must be present, and we recommend scheduling at least a month in advance.
"Our grandson attends classes here and loves it. A wonderful hands on staff. So creative for all ages."
Charlotte N.
"Sara was a knowledgeable, informative, patient, and FUN instructor during the 6-week beginners' pottery course. I never felt the need to be absolutely perfect, and she allowed us to learn through our own experiences. "
Nicole Yang
"I had such an amazing time here, they were so kind and patient with me while explaining the whole process, definitely coming back!!!"
Anna R.
"I had never tried pottery since I was a 3rd grader making snake bowls out of clay. My team at work set up a session as a team building and learning activity. Sara was our leader. I had a fabulous time."
Tad D.
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