Who We Are
22nd Street Clay Is a Pottery Studio located on the Westside of Colorado Springs that functions as a fine craft gallery, community clay center. Our mission is to provide awareness and appreciation of ceramic arts within the Pikes Peak Region through the offering of classes, workshops, apprenticeships and display of fine crafts in a gallery setting.
Some of the types of work we do:
Wheel Throwing Classes, Adult Classes, Handbuilding Classes
Pottery Mugs
Functional Pottery & Decorative Pottery
Memorial Urns
Stoneware
Raku Pottery
Horesehair Pottery
Tumblers, Berry Bowls, Honey pots
Saggered, Horsehair, and Raku Firing
A Big Thank You to Denise For Founding 22nd St Clay and helping to create a small, but strong, community of potters in Colorado Springs for over 25 years
Meet the potter
Tina
Smith
My clay journey started around seven years ago at 22nd St Clay, and I was instantly captivated. My fascination with clay has driven me to continually learn and explore its many facets. I'm driven to craft and love getting my hands muddy with clay.
For the past four years, teaching pottery at 22nd St Clay has brought me immense joy and satisfaction. Guiding students to transform their creative ideas into tangible works of art is an incredibly fulfilling experience. I look forward to many more years of sharing this artistic journey with our vibrant community.
Outside of the studio, I enjoy spending time with my dogs, tending to blooming flowers, and lakeside camping adventures. Originally hailing from Louisville, CO, I've cherished my time in Colorado Springs, where the breathtaking natural landscapes and the thriving artistic community serve as constant sources of inspiration that enrich my daily life.
22nd St • Old Colorado City
2201 Bott Ave
Colorado Springs CO 80904
Hours
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 6 – 8:30
Wednesday 6 – 8:30
Thursday 11 – 4
Friday CLOSED
Saturday 10 – 4
Sunday CLOSED
Other hours available, contact to request a time.
What people say
“The private lesson was fantastic! They were so friendly and helpful! If I lived here I'd sign up for some classes! I would definitely recommend to anyone remotely interested in working with clay!” — Austin W.
“This place is pretty awesome. I don't personally take classes there but set my wife up with an 8 week class and she loves it. She's since started another 8 weeks of classes. After hearing her talk about the experience and seeing what she has learned I would highly recommend this place to all skill levels.” — Hunter T.
“I love 22nd Street Clay! Denise has created a no-judgement, out of the box, and fun atmosphere! I started taking classes over a year ago and have not stopped since. Each week I learn something new and look forward to what Denise challenges me to make next. Classes at 22nd Street Clay are a must for anybody interested in pottery!” — Jill M.
“We just left for my 9th anniversary present and I LOVED IT!!!! I can not say enough about how sweet the owner was and how accommodating(I’m in a wheelchair). Best present ever” — C.B.