Ceramics Course Offerings
The Clay Studio offers regular 8-week courses for adults. Students can register for these classes at the clay studio to learn pottery and clay sculpture techniques.
The Concho Clay Studio is a fully equipped ceramics studio owned and operated by the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts. We offer pottery and clay sculpture classes for crafters of all ages.
Our mission is to provide opportunities to learn the ceramic process and to create community through clay.
Open Studio Access Pass
More experienced clay artists can register for an Open Studio Access Pass for each 8-week session. This option is for more advanced ceramic students who do not need an instructor but would benefit from access to the studio and kilns to make their work.
Open Studio Access is included with all 8-week ceramics classes. Current students may use open studio hours as part of their enrollment, and experienced artists can purchase an access pass only.
Ceramics Workshops
The Concho Clay Studio hosts visiting artist workshops, date nights, friends nights out, and other special events for one-of-a-kind clay experiences. We also offer private events for small groups and team-building activities.
Clay in Our Community
The Concho Clay Studio partners with non-profits, schools and other organizations in the San Angelo community to promote the education of the ceramic arts though outreach programs.
If you have an organization or school that is interested in ceramics classes for art therapy, in-service, professional development, or school tours, we would love to work with you!
Register & Contact
Address: 1 Love Street, San Angelo, TX 76903
Phone: 325-653-3333
Email: [email protected]
For questions or to register for events and classes by phone, reach us at 325-653-3333 or email [email protected].
Concho Clay Studio Merchandise
Support the studio and show your clay pride with Concho Clay Studio merch, available for purchase on site:
- T-shirts – $20
- Aprons – $30
- Studio towels – $10
- Apron & towel combo – $35
Ask a staff member during your visit to purchase merch or to check current styles and sizes.
Concho Clay Studio FAQ
Below are some of our most frequently asked questions. If you don’t see your question answered, please contact us at [email protected].
- Do I have to be a college student to take a class at Concho Clay Studio?
- No. Any adult is welcome to sign up for our 8-week classes. Courses are recreational and do not have grades or mandatory projects.
- Can my child take classes at the Concho Clay Studio?
- Regular 8-week courses and most workshops at the Clay Studio are for adults 18 years and older. Students 16 years and older may attend our classes if a parent or guardian signs up with them. The Concho Clay Studio partners with SAMFA’s Education Studio for youth ceramics programs, typically for Family Day. Visit samfa.org/education for more information or email [email protected].
- What if I have to go out of town for part of the class or know that I will miss classes during the session?
- Please sign up anyway! Concho Clay Studio offers ways to make up missed classes through open studio or by sitting in on a different class. Contact [email protected] with any questions.
- What if I can’t sign up for classes right now? Will more courses be offered?
- Yes! The Concho Clay Studio offers 8-week ceramics courses for adults that run continuously with back-to-back sessions. There is often a week or two of maintenance between sessions. Look for upcoming session dates and follow us on social media @conchoclay, and sign up for our newsletter on this page to be notified when registration opens.
- I want to sign up multiple people and pay for all their classes. How do I do that?
- Sign up and pay for multiple tickets to a class on the course listings on our website. Then email [email protected] with contact information for all students, including name, email, and phone number.
- What if I can’t continue my class at Concho Clay Studio? Can I get a refund?
- You may receive a full refund for classes up to 24 hours prior to the start of class. 50% refunds are available until the 4th class day. After the 4th class, no refunds can be issued.
- Are discounts offered for classes at the Concho Clay Studio?
- Yes! SAMFA members receive discounts on all classes, open studio, workshops, and clay purchases. Become a member at samfa.org/support. We also offer early-bird registration discounts that combine with member discounts. Military and seniors receive discounts on open studio, workshops, and clay purchases.
- What is Open Studio and how do I sign up?
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Open Studio is a flexible, self-paced option for ceramic artists who want to work independently in a fully equipped clay studio. It’s available to adults (18+) who have completed at least one 8-week ceramics course with the Concho Clay Studio.
Whether you’re continuing your clay journey after a class or just want dedicated time to create, Open Studio gives you access to the tools, space, and firings you need.
Registration for 8-week courses always includes open studio access. Learn more at samfa.org/open-studio.
- How do I volunteer for Concho Clay Studio?
- Email [email protected] or fill out our online application at samfa.org/clay-studio-volunteers. Volunteers may work a certain number of hours per week in exchange for studio access.
- Does the Concho Clay Studio accept interns?
- Yes. The Clay Studio has a paid internship position available for ASU art students who need college credit. Email [email protected] or visit samfa.org/concho-clay-studio-internship-program for more information.
- My child did a clay activity at the museum or clay studio and I forgot to pick up their work. Where do I go to pick up?
- Check the Education Studio schedule at samfa.org/art-thursdays and visit Art Thursday events to pick up ceramic pieces from kids’ classes, camps, or family clay days. Email [email protected] with any questions.
- I took a Date Night class at the Concho Clay Studio and forgot to pick up my pieces. Can I still get my work?
- All date night participants are sent an email to pick up their work within two weeks after the event. If work is not picked up within two weeks of the email date, the work becomes property of the Concho Clay Studio and there is no guarantee that we will still have the pieces. Pick up for date night is in the Concho Clay Studio during open studio hours. If you participated in a downtown date night at a location other than the Concho Clay Studio, your pieces will be picked up at that location.
- How do I donate to the Concho Clay Studio?
- Donations are welcome to support our outreach programs and scholarships. Please send checks made out to San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts and address them to:
Concho Clay Studio- 1 Love Street
- San Angelo, TX 76903
Please include a note describing the donation and its preferred use. You can also donate online to the Clay Studio or our scholarship fund at samfa.org/support.
We also accept gently used ceramic equipment, glazes, and labeled material donations. Contact [email protected] with any questions or to schedule a drop-off.
Concho Clay Studio Survey
Help us plan bigger and better classes, workshops, and clay opportunities by telling us what you’d like to see at the studio.
Support the Concho Clay Studio
Your generosity helps us offer outreach programs, scholarships, and accessible ceramics education for our community. You can make a gift online or include the Clay Studio in your support of SAMFA.
Mailing List
Stay up to date on new 8-week courses, visiting artist workshops, open studio schedules, Date Nights, and special clay events. Sign up for our email list and be the first to know when registration opens!