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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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Adult Intro to Painting Series [Tuesday Evenings] 🎨
Taught by our incredible Artist-in-Residence Amanda Dodson, this weekly class welcomes all skill levels and encourages both guided and self-led exploration. Come with a painting idea, or let Amanda guide you through a project tailored to your goals.

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Feb 9, 2023
![Handbuilding Clay Pottery Workshop - [June 27th]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59c642_8a57fd50e4b94cf7a43c49c7097f639b~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_333,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/59c642_8a57fd50e4b94cf7a43c49c7097f639b~mv2.webp)
![Handbuilding Clay Pottery Workshop - [June 27th]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59c642_8a57fd50e4b94cf7a43c49c7097f639b~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_514,h_386,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_avif,quality_auto/59c642_8a57fd50e4b94cf7a43c49c7097f639b~mv2.webp)
Handbuilding Clay Pottery Workshop - [June 27th]
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

PPAC
Oct 27, 2022


Clay Pottery Date Night - [June 28th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.

PPAC
Oct 17, 2022


First Friday - Try The Pottery Wheel! [July 4th]
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
Oct 10, 2022


6 Weeks of Pottery - Tuesday Evenings [July 8th]
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
Oct 7, 2022


Coffee and Clay - [Saturday July 12th]
Join us for a delightful morning of creativity, camaraderie, and caffeine. Our skilled instructors will introduce you to the fascinating wor

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Oct 4, 2022


Painting Urbanscapes & Landscapes(8 Wednesdays in July-August)
In this exciting 8-week class, students will explore the dynamic interplay between ink and watercolor as they create both cityscapes and lan

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Oct 3, 2022


History of Poster Design (8 Thursdays in July-August)
Discover the elegant curves of the fabulous Art Nouveau period, the nostalgic charm of wonderful travel posters from the '50s, and the vibrant energy of psychedelic posters from the '60s. This class is perfect for all levels and mediums, so whether you're a seasoned artist or simply curious about design, you'll find something to inspire you.

PPAC
Oct 1, 2022


Clay Pottery Date Night - [Fri. July 11th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.

PPAC
Sep 9, 2022


4 Weeks of Pottery - Friday Afternoons [July 11th]
Over the course of four weeks, students will learn basic handbuilding and wheel-throwing techniques and more involved ones including trimmin

PPAC
Sep 7, 2022


6 Weeks of Pottery - Sunday Afternoons [July 13th]
This six-week course is open to all skill levels and offers a more in-depth experience than our Intro or 4-Week classes. Students will receive guided instruction in both handbuilding and wheelthrowing, with time to build skills, experiment, and complete multiple finished pieces.

PPAC
Aug 29, 2022


Beginner's Clay Pottery (Handbuilding) Workshop - [Friday July 18th]
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

PPAC
Aug 10, 2022


1 Hour "Try The Wheel" [July 19th - 10AM]
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
Aug 5, 2022


1 Hour "Try The Wheel" [July 19th - 11AM]
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
Aug 5, 2022


Clay Pottery Date Night - [July 19th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.

PPAC
Jul 31, 2022
![Coffee and Clay - [July 20th]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59c642_adc357dd5a434cd7ad50e6310807b9f5~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_333,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/59c642_adc357dd5a434cd7ad50e6310807b9f5~mv2.webp)
![Coffee and Clay - [July 20th]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59c642_adc357dd5a434cd7ad50e6310807b9f5~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_514,h_386,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_avif,quality_auto/59c642_adc357dd5a434cd7ad50e6310807b9f5~mv2.webp)
Coffee and Clay - [July 20th]
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, 2022


Clay Pottery Date Night - [July 25th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.

PPAC
Jul 6, 2022
![Adult Pottery Workshop (Wheel) - [July 26th]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59c642_4b671fb86a6b4147842b14fa7bd2645f~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_333,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/59c642_4b671fb86a6b4147842b14fa7bd2645f~mv2.webp)
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Adult Pottery Workshop (Wheel) - [July 26th]
In this class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, including how the wheel works,
centering clay, opening and shaping a pot, a

PPAC
Jul 1, 2022


6 Weeks of Pottery - Sunday Mornings [July 27th]
This six-week course is open to all skill levels and offers a more in-depth experience than our Intro or 4-Week classes. Students will receive guided instruction in both handbuilding and wheelthrowing, with time to build skills, experiment, and complete multiple finished pieces.

PPAC
Jun 26, 2022
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