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2026 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

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
18+
Duration
Ongoing / Weekly

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

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
12-18
Duration
Weekly, 36 Classes

First Friday - Try The Pottery Wheel!
Try your hand at pottery during Old Colorado City's First Friday Art Walk! 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
All Ages
(Under 16 w/ adult)
Duration
1 Class

Intro To Sewing Machine
Gain confidence at the sewing machine in this beginner 2-hour adult workshop! Learn threading, bobbin winding, and straight stitching while crafting a custom tote bag. Bring your own machine or reserve a studio machine during online registration.
Price
$25 or $35
Age
18+
Duration
1 Class

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
All Ages
(Under 16 w/ adult)
Duration
1 Class

Painting Portraits: Animals and Humans
Capture life, personality, and character on canvas! This 8-week course dedicates four weeks to rendering animal textures and expressions, followed by four weeks mastering human facial features, proportions, and skin tones using your favorite painting medium.
Price
$340
Age
18+
Duration
8 Weeks

Painting Towns And Cities
Travel the world through art in this popular 8-week painting course! Explore the distinctive architecture, colors, and landscapes of Lima, Houston, Christchurch, and Bogotá while creating four original paintings with guided instructor feedback.
Students will have two weeks to complete each painting, allowing plenty of time to develop their work while exploring the distinctive visual qualities of each destination.
Price
$340
Age
18+
Duration
8 Weeks

Painting the Masters & Contemporary Painters
Explore the evolution of painting from 19th-century Masters to dynamic contemporary artists! In this 8-week course, you’ll study masterworks, analyze artistic techniques, and complete inspired painting projects using your preferred drawing or painting medium.
Price
$340
Age
18+
Duration
8 Weeks

Revisiting The 60's Through Art
Journey through the vibrant culture of the 1960s in this 8-week adult art course! Explore Abstract Expressionism, iconic music, protest art, and psychedelic styles while experimenting with bold color, patterns, and expressive drawing or painting mediums.
Price
$340
Age
18+
Duration
8 Weeks

Weekly Thursday Class for Kids
A supportive after-school art membership designed for children ages 6–9. Young creatives explore pottery, painting, drawing, and fiber arts through fun, hands-on projects that encourage imagination, technique development, and artistic independence.
Price
Multiple Options
Age
6-9
Duration
Weekly, 8 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

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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