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Welcome to the PPAC news, events & announcements page. In this quirky corner we'll blend studio updates, clay and ceramics insights, and random musings on the art world.
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Pottery Date Night - [Fri. February 27th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.

PPAC
Aug 12, 2021


Coffee and Clay Pottery - [Saturday, February 28th]
Start your Saturday with creativity and caffeine at our popular Clay & Coffee class! This monthly pottery workshop is a welcoming space for adults of all skill levels to explore the art of handbuilding with clay while enjoying fresh local coffee and good company. Make anything from mugs and trays to small sculptures or planters—it’s up to you! You’ll have time to play, create, and connect with others in a relaxed studio setting.

PPAC
Aug 9, 2021


6 Weeks of Pottery (INTRO) - Sunday Mornings [March 1st]
This six-session ceramic class, perfect for all skill levels, guides you through the entire process, from raw clay to glazed art. You'll get personalized instruction each week, learning basic hand-building, wheel throwing for functional pieces like bowls and mugs, trimming, surface design, and glazing. Explore creative shapes and textures while making vases, plates, sculptures, and more!

PPAC
Aug 6, 2021


Youth Pottery Wheel- [March 1st]
Youth Ceramics Class in Colorado Springs for ages 6–11! This monthly pottery class introduces kids to wheel throwing and hand-building in a fun, supportive studio environment. Students create bowls, mugs, animals, and more while building creativity and confidence. Held the first Sunday of each month at PPAC. Small class sizes, all materials included. Perfect for beginners and young artists ready to explore clay.

PPAC
Aug 5, 2021


6 Weeks of Pottery (INTRO) - Wednesday Evenings [March 4th]
This six-session ceramic class, perfect for all skill levels, guides you through the entire process, from raw clay to glazed art. You'll get personalized instruction each week, learning basic hand-building, wheel throwing for functional pieces like bowls and mugs, trimming, surface design, and glazing. Explore creative shapes and textures while making vases, plates, sculptures, and more!

PPAC
Aug 4, 2021


First Friday - Try The Pottery Wheel! [March 6th]
Join us for our monthly wheel throwing mini course, part of Old Colorado City’s First Friday art walk! No experience is necessary, and you don’t need to bring anything with you—just your enthusiasm. This engaging workshop starts with a brief demonstration from your instructor, showcasing the basics of wheel throwing. After that, you’ll have 30 minutes to explore the clay, shaping and molding your creations while expressing your unique artistic vision.

PPAC
Aug 3, 2021


Pottery Date Night - [Sat. March 7th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.

PPAC
Jul 31, 2021


Pottery Date Night - [Fri. March 13th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.

PPAC
Jul 28, 2021


1 Hour "Try The Wheel" Pottery [March 14th - 10:00 AM]
Curious about pottery but not ready to dive into a full series? Our Try the Wheel class is a one-hour beginner pottery class in Colorado Springs where you can get a feel for the pottery wheel in a relaxed, supportive environment. Perfect for all ages (yes, adults too!), this quick intro is designed to be fun, accessible, and creatively satisfying.

PPAC
Jul 25, 2021


1 Hour "Try The Wheel" Pottery [March 14th - 11:15 AM]
Curious about pottery but not ready to dive into a full series? Our Try the Wheel class is a one-hour beginner pottery class in Colorado Springs where you can get a feel for the pottery wheel in a relaxed, supportive environment. Perfect for all ages (yes, adults too!), this quick intro is designed to be fun, accessible, and creatively satisfying.

PPAC
Jul 24, 2021


Coffee and Clay Pottery - [Saturday March 21st]
Start your Saturday with creativity and caffeine at our popular Clay & Coffee class! This monthly pottery workshop is a welcoming space for adults of all skill levels to explore the art of handbuilding with clay while enjoying fresh local coffee and good company. Make anything from mugs and trays to small sculptures or planters—it’s up to you! You’ll have time to play, create, and connect with others in a relaxed studio setting.

PPAC
Jul 22, 2021


Parent/Child Pottery Handbuilding Workshop - [Saturday March 21st]
This one-day pottery class is perfect for anyone looking to explore the art of handbuilding with clay—no pottery wheel required! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to build on existing skills, this workshop offers a fun and hands-on introduction to the core techniques of handbuilt pottery.
You’ll learn how to pinch, coil, and slab-build to bring your creative ideas to life. With guidance from a professional instructor, students will explore ways to create both f

PPAC
Jul 19, 2021


Pottery Date Night - [Fri. March 27th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.

PPAC
Jul 16, 2021


1 Hour "Try The Wheel" Pottery [March 28th - 10:00 AM]
Curious about pottery but not ready to dive into a full series? Our Try the Wheel class is a one-hour beginner pottery class in Colorado Springs where you can get a feel for the pottery wheel in a relaxed, supportive environment. Perfect for all ages (yes, adults too!), this quick intro is designed to be fun, accessible, and creatively satisfying.

PPAC
Jul 13, 2021


1 Hour "Try The Wheel" Pottery [March 28th - 11:15 AM]
Curious about pottery but not ready to dive into a full series? Our Try the Wheel class is a one-hour beginner pottery class in Colorado Springs where you can get a feel for the pottery wheel in a relaxed, supportive environment. Perfect for all ages (yes, adults too!), this quick intro is designed to be fun, accessible, and creatively satisfying.

PPAC
Jul 12, 2021


Teen Pottery Wheel- [March 29th]
Teen ceramics class in Colorado Springs for ages 12–17! This monthly pottery class introduces teens to wheel throwing and hand-building in a creative studio environment. Students make bowls, mugs, planters, and sculptures while building artistic skills and confidence. Held the last Sunday of each month at PPAC. Small class sizes, all materials included. Perfect for beginners and teens ready to explore pottery and clay.

PPAC
Jul 10, 2021


Tie-Dye & Good Vibes: A Colorful Workshop for All Ages [April 12th]
This one-day pottery class is perfect for anyone looking to explore the art of handbuilding with clay—no pottery wheel required! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to build on existing skills, this workshop offers a fun and hands-on introduction to the core techniques of handbuilt pottery.
You’ll learn how to pinch, coil, and slab-build to bring your creative ideas to life. With guidance from a professional instructor, students will explore ways to create both f

PPAC
Jun 28, 2021


Lauren Stern
Apr 15, 2021


Youth Summer Camps and Workshops Now Available!
Youth Camps and Workshops Summer 2021 Click HERE to sign up.
Lauren Stern
Apr 14, 2021


Erin’s Recent Mural Creations!
Check out PPAC’s adult painting teacher Erin Gillespie’s awesome 10×16 foot murals! Created for a lovely couple in their garage on a...
Lauren Stern
Mar 30, 2021
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