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Art & Pottery Classes for Kids & Adults in Colorado Springs

Pottery, Painting, and Mixed Media Art Classes for All Skill Levels

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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A focused artist skillfully crafts a clay pot on a pottery wheel, surrounded by tools and other creatives in a vibrant studio setting.

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

Handcrafted ceramic mugs displayed on a woven surface, showcasing unique glazes and textures that highlight the artistry and individuality of each piece.

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

Handmade blue-glazed ceramic berry bowl with a handle and a perforated strainer section, on a paint-splattered table

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

Round handmade ceramic ring dish with a blue-green glaze and gold trim, holding two rings on a rustic wooden table

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

A joyful group of people gathers around a table, ready for a pottery painting session, surrounded by colorful ceramics and vibrant artwork in the studio.

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

Smiling student in an apron shaping a clay cup on a pottery wheel at the studio

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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Two women enjoying a pottery class together, sculpting with clay at their wheels in a creative studio setting.

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

Woman in a blue apron shaping a clay pot on a pottery wheel in a bright studio with shelves of ceramics behind her

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

A potter skillfully shapes clay on a spinning wheel, demonstrating the art of pottery with precision and creativity.

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

Close-up of hands pressing letters into a textured clay slab on a studio worktable with ceramic tools and materials around it

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

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A father and daughter enjoy a creative pottery class together, as they shape clay with focused concentration and joyful teamwork in a studio filled with artistic supplies.

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

Vibrant, painterly still life of lemons in a contemporary style

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

Impressionist-style painting of a sunset over desert mesas

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

Six smiling children working with clay at pottery wheels in a bright studio class

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

A joyful moment as a young child and an adult explore the art of pottery together at the ceramics workshop outside Pikes Peak Artist Collective.

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

Kids in aprons and an instructor sitting on the studio floor mixing paint from cans at the Peaks & Paint summer camp

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

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Three children in aprons and an instructor working on a hands-on art project together at a table

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

Teen student at an easel painting in an art classroom while other students work in the background

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

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Woman in Pottery Studio

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Need a gift? Our gift cards let the recipient choose a class or session that works for them. They’re flexible, with no expiration, so they can use it whenever they’re ready. Simple and easy!

Art Class

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.

Painting Class

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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