Adult Classes
Important Reminder:
All classes require prior registration. Check spam folders for registration confirmation.
Registration closes 24 hours before the class begins.
⚠️ Classes that do not meet the minimum enrollment will be canceled, so be sure to register early to secure your spot!
Clay Adult Classes
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Beginner Wheel Throwing Mini Session
3 Tuesdays, September 9 - 23 | 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Have you ever wanted to take a Wheel Throwing Class but couldn’t commit to 6 weeks? Discover the joy of clay with a 3 week intensive wheel throwing class led by Studio Director, Kit Wijkowski. Whether you're brand new to the wheel or looking to refresh your skills, this class offers a supportive and creative environment to learn the fundamentals of wheel techniques.
Location: GAC Clay Studio | Instructor: Kit Wijkowski
$150 | Non-Member
$127 | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Date Night/Friend Night Clay
Session 1: Thursday, Sept 25th | 6:30pm - 8 pm | Wheel Throwing
Session 2: Friday, Sept 26th | 6:30 pm - 8 pm | Mug Making
Session 3: Sunday, Sept 28th | 6:30 pm - 8 pm | Pumpkin Sculpting
Join our Guest Artist, Melissa Michel (insta @scumugs) from Art Spot Silverthorne make magic with clay! Perfect for couples, friends, or first dates. Clay, tools, and firing included.
Location: Clay Studio | Instructor: Melissa Michel
$60/person | Non-Member, $51/person | Member
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Date Night/Friends Night | Mug Making
Session 2: Friday, Sept 26th | 6:30 pm - 8 pm
Join our Guest Artist, Melissa Michel (insta @scumugs) from Art Spot Silverthorne make magic with clay! Perfect for couples, friends, or first dates. Clay, tools, and firing included. Ages 18+
Location: Clay Studio | Instructor: Melissa Michel
$60/person | Non-Member $51/person | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Date Night/Friends Night | Pumpkin Sculpting
Session 3: Sunday, Sept 28th | 6:30 pm - 8 pm | Pumpkin Sculpting
Join our Guest Artist, Melissa Michel (insta @scumugs) from Art Spot Silverthorne make magic with clay! Perfect for couples, friends, or first dates. Clay, tools, and firing included.
Location: Clay Studio | Instructor: Melissa Michel
$60/person | Non-Member, $51/person | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Surface Design on Wheel Thrown Bodies
4 Wednesdays, September 17 - October 8 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn to throw simple forms on the wheel and transform them into beautiful art through carving, brushwork and other surface design techniques with Karolina Szumilas. Ages 15+
Location: GAC Clay Studio Instructor: Karolina Szumilas
$200 | Non-Member
$170 | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Handbuilding Hangout | Skull Sculptures
Session 1: Friday, September 19 | 5:30 - 8:00 pm | Skull Sculptures
Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this hands-on pottery class! Join artist Alaina Holcombe to learn basic sculpting techniques while make a one of a kind Halloween decoration. Ages 15+
Location: GAC Clay Studio | Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$60 | Non-Member, $51 | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Young at Art | Easy Clay in the Day
5 Tuesdays, October 21 - November 18 | 12:00 - 2:30 pm
For this class, being creative in ceramics won't be physically intensive or require strong hands. Let Studio Director, Kit Wijkowski assist you enjoy the 3D handbuilding process in a relaxing and encouraging environment.
Location: GAC Clay Studio Instructor: Kit Wijkowski
$200 | Non-Member
$170 | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Intermediate+Beginner Wheel Throwing
6 Mondays, October 13 - November 17 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm.
Refine your skills and take your wheel throwing to the next level with master potter Kristen Gruenberger. This class is perfect for beginners with some experience who are ready to build confidence, explore new forms, and deepen their understanding of technique in a supportive, creative environment. Ages 15+
Location: GAC Clay Studio | Instructor: Kristin Gruenberger
$300 | Non-Member
$255 | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Handbuilding Hangout | Mountain Bud Vase
Session 2: Friday, October 24 | 5:30 - 8:00 pm | Mountain Bud Vase
Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this hands-on pottery class! Join artist Alaina Holcombe on the patio to hand-build and glaze your own unique ceramic piece using simple techniques and lots of personality. Whether you're crafting a charcuterie tray, slab vase, coasters and Holiday Ornaments, you'll leave with something functional, fun, and totally your own. Ages 15+
Location: GAC Courtyard | Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$60 | Non-Member, $51 | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Handbuliding Hangout | Coasters + Holder
Session 3: Friday, November 21 | 5:30 - 8:00 pm | Coasters and Holder
Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this hands-on pottery class! Join artist Alaina Holcombe on the patio to hand-build and glaze your own unique ceramic piece using simple techniques and lots of personality. Whether you're crafting a charcuterie tray, slab vase, coasters and Holiday Ornaments, you'll leave with something functional, fun, and totally your own. Ages 15+
Location: GAC Courtyard | Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$60 | Non-Member, $51 | Member
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Handmade for the Holidays | Ceramics
3 Thursdays, Nov 6th through Nov 20th, 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Get creative and give from the heart! In this cozy handbuilding class, you'll
make one-of-a-kind ceramic gifts—perfect for friends, family, or yourself.
Learn simple techniques to create mugs, ornaments, candle holders, and
more. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and a spirit of giving!
Location: GAC Clay Studio | Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$150 | Non-Member, $127 | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.
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Handbuilding Handout | 3D Ornament
Session 4: Friday, December 12 | 5:30 - 8:00 pm | 3D Ornaments
Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this hands-on pottery class! Join artist Alaina Holcombe on the patio to hand-build and glaze your own unique ceramic piece using simple techniques and lots of personality. Whether you're crafting a charcuterie tray, slab vase, coasters and Holiday Ornaments, you'll leave with something functional, fun, and totally your own. Ages 15+
Location: GAC Courtyard Instructor: Alaina Holcombe
$60 | Non-Member, $51 | Member
Classes may be canceled by the Arts Center if minimum enrollment is not met. In this case, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and issued a full refund. Participant cancellations require at least 48 hours’ notice to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance or for no-shows.