Tucson Clay Art Center
A friendly, open, creative space to learn and explore possibilities in clay, and a retail gallery offering unique locally made ceramics.
Gift Certificates Available
Enrolling Now For
JANUARY
Classes!
Call 520-241-5481
or
email:
IMPORTANT!
COVID-19 Studio Safety Protocols
In times of stress such as the world is experiencing at this time, the practice of art can provide a much needed mental health break. It is our good fortune to have a wide open studio space in which social distancing is practical. This, along with mandatory masks, high quality air cleaners and a reduced number of students in each class, has allowed us to continue offering such an opportunity.
We ask all students, members and staff to commit to the following:
- If you feel sick - STAY HOME! This includes any sort of symptom. Headache, nausea, aches, fatigue, anything out of the ordinary.
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Wash your hands with soap first thing upon arriving in the studio and through out class.
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Observe minimum 6 ft social distancing
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Wear your mask while in the studio
Please notify the studio immediately if you
test positive for the coronavirus!
Communal tools and surfaces will be disinfected by staff after each class.
Students and members must bring their own:
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Apron and/or towel
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Pen or pencil (for record keeping)
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A SMALL bucket or large bowl for water
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Basic clay tools. You may buy a set from the studio for $18.69, order one online, or buy one at Marjons or Michaels.
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You may also wish to bring gloves. The studio will have a supply of gloves available as well.
Thank you to everyone for your cooperation, and for making it possible for us to remain open during this pandemic in a safe and responsible manner.
ABOUT
All levels welcome! Whether you are a beginner or experienced potter, our classes give you the freedom to create custom functional or sculptural pieces. Individual instruction allows students to learn the basics of ceramics as well as refine current skills. Wheel throwing, hand building, glazing and surface design are covered.
We are located near the Campbell corridor, on Ft. Lowell just west of Campbell, at 1703 E. Ft. Lowell Rd.
Owner /Instructor Rebecca Pincus
I love throwing and hand-building equally! After more than 20 years working in clay, I find my excitement never lessens.
It's earthiness, and the magic of the glazes, still inspire me every day. I believe my strength as an instructor is in identifying a student's goals and encouraging their unique vision.
Welcome Shannon!
Tucson Clay Art Center is happy to announce the addition of instructor Shannon Black. Shannon has a Masters in Fine Art from Kent State University with a concentration in ceramic sculpture. Shannon is also an adjunct professor at the University of Arizona. We are very proud to have her in the studio!
COVID-19 Notice:
We will be limiting the number of people in the studio at one time due to the coronavirus. Please contact Rebecca at 520-241-5481 by voice or text, or email us at , so we may plan the class schedule to accommodate you. Thank you.
Class Schedule
All levels welcome! Whether you are a beginner or experienced potter, these classes give you the freedom to create custom functional, decorative or sculptural pieces. Individual instruction allows students to learn the basics of ceramics as well as refine current skills. Wheel throwing, hand building, glazing and surface design are covered. Equipment, tools, glazing and firing are included. Due to COVID 19, students are asked to bring basic items of their own. Please see home page for the list of what to bring.
WINTER SESSION 1 2021 JAN 12 - FEB 27 7 classes / $210
SPRING SESSION 1 2021 MAR 9 - APR 24 7 classes / $210
SPRING SESSION 2 2021 MAY 4 - JUNE 19 7 classes / $210
Tuesdays 10:00 - 1:00 and 6:00 - 9:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 1:00
Thursdays 1:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 9:00
Fridays 1:00 - 4:00
Saturdays 10:00 - 1:00 and 1:30 - 4:30
OPEN STUDIO HOURS: Thursday 10:00 - 1:00
Wednesday 1:00 - 4:00
CLOSED: SUNDAYS and MONDAYS
Student Work
Memberships to the studio are available for those who wish to work independently. TCAC provides a clean, spacious and friendly place in which to do so. The studio hosts a 30” x 50” slab roller and a separate glaze room. We offer two electric kilns, a Skutt and an L & L. The L & L accepts pieces as large as 25” x 25”. Members have unlimited access to the studio during studio hours. (except when workshops are scheduled in the space). Members may submit work to sell in the Gallery.
Give us a call to visit and check out this fabulous space!
Membership: $200 monthly
Facility
2200 sq. feet of fully equipped studio
Hand building area
5 Wheels
2 Kilns
Glaze room
Slab roller
CONTACT
Phone: 520-241-5481
email:
1703 East Fort Lowell Road, Tucson, Arizona 85719
STUDIO and GALLERY HOURS
TUESDAY thru SATURDAY 10:00 - 4:00
Closed Sundays and Mondays
BETSY TANZER
1934 - 2019
Artist - Educator - Mentor
Betsy founded the Clay Art Center in 2014, after a 60 year career in clay during which she ran numerous studios and clay organizations. Her work has been featured in many exhibitions around the country. She was a multi-faceted ceramicist, always exploring the possibilities of her medium.
Ceramics education was her passion.
A large selection of her ceramics are on display and available for purchase in the studio gallery.
Come shop for one-of-a-kind, locally made ceramics in our
Gallery
1703 E Ft Lowell Rd. Ph: 520-241-5481