THE LATEST FROM THE CLAY CENTER
DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR CREEP SHOW 2026!
Juried by Tracey Bellina-Milazzo
On display September 24-October 31, 2026
Apply online by August 9, 2026
It’s baaaaaack…
The Clay Center of New Orleans seeks applicants for the 2026 installment of “Creep Show,” our national juried
group exhibition of ceramic works that can be described as cutely creepy through to downright terrifying.
Open to ceramic vessels, sculptures, and wall-mounted works, $5 application fee for local artists!
Apply online
Download prospectus (PDF)
Join us for a creepy opening reception!
Thursday, September 24th, 5-8 pm
FREE and open to the public
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
Juried by Tracey Bellina-Milazzo
On display September 24-October 31, 2026
Apply online by August 9, 2026
It’s baaaaaack…
The Clay Center of New Orleans seeks applicants for the 2026 installment of “Creep Show,” our national juried
group exhibition of ceramic works that can be described as cutely creepy through to downright terrifying.
Open to ceramic vessels, sculptures, and wall-mounted works, $5 application fee for local artists!
Apply online
Download prospectus (PDF)
Join us for a creepy opening reception!
Thursday, September 24th, 5-8 pm
FREE and open to the public
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
Work from our 2025 exhibition (clockwise from upper left): Glori Woods, Maranda Powers, Taylor Berry, Ed Murphy
SUMMER STUDIO EXHIBITION
On display June 11 - July 31, 2026
Every summer, we showcase some of the incredible work being made by Clay Center artists! This group exhibition features a variety of ceramic pieces made by our students, members, and staff.
Join us for an opening reception!
Thursday, June 11th, 5-8 pm
FREE and open to the public so bring your friends!
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
On display June 11 - July 31, 2026
Every summer, we showcase some of the incredible work being made by Clay Center artists! This group exhibition features a variety of ceramic pieces made by our students, members, and staff.
Join us for an opening reception!
Thursday, June 11th, 5-8 pm
FREE and open to the public so bring your friends!
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
SUMMER HOURS ARE HERE!
Monday-Friday: 1:30-5 pm only
Saturday-Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm
Our weekday hours are reducing in June and July! We will continue to be open 10 am to 5 pm on the weekends, but only from 1:30 to 5 pm Monday through Friday. Clay sales, pickup, and firing drop-off/pick-up will only be available in the afternoons Monday-Friday.
Monday-Friday: 1:30-5 pm only
Saturday-Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm
Our weekday hours are reducing in June and July! We will continue to be open 10 am to 5 pm on the weekends, but only from 1:30 to 5 pm Monday through Friday. Clay sales, pickup, and firing drop-off/pick-up will only be available in the afternoons Monday-Friday.
Image: Faye Kennelly's throwing class
TAKE A CLASS OR WORKSHOP WITH US!
We offer ceramics classes and workshops for all levels of clay artists, from total newbies to those with years of experience! Our 1,000-square-foot main studio (located just down the hall from our gallery) has seven electric potter's wheels, a slab roller, an extruder, wedging and work tables, and a selection of slips, washes, and glazes for firing to cone 6. Learn more
We offer ceramics classes and workshops for all levels of clay artists, from total newbies to those with years of experience! Our 1,000-square-foot main studio (located just down the hall from our gallery) has seven electric potter's wheels, a slab roller, an extruder, wedging and work tables, and a selection of slips, washes, and glazes for firing to cone 6. Learn more
GET CREATIVE IN OUR STUDIO!
Already have some clay experience and just need space to work? We have drop-in Open Studio hours and 24/7 access studio membership options for individuals who already have some experience in clay and can work without direction or instruction. We recommend taking at least two beginner-level clay classes (with us or elsewhere) before dropping into Open Studio or signing up for a studio membership.
Learn more about our different options:
Already have some clay experience and just need space to work? We have drop-in Open Studio hours and 24/7 access studio membership options for individuals who already have some experience in clay and can work without direction or instruction. We recommend taking at least two beginner-level clay classes (with us or elsewhere) before dropping into Open Studio or signing up for a studio membership.
Learn more about our different options:
KILN FIRING SERVICE & MEMBERSHIPS
Do you have workspace at home but no kiln? We offer drop-off cone 06 bisque firings and cone 6 glaze firings to everyone in the community! Choose one of our firing service options:
Do you have workspace at home but no kiln? We offer drop-off cone 06 bisque firings and cone 6 glaze firings to everyone in the community! Choose one of our firing service options:
- NEW! Firing Memberships: For a flat rate of $60/month, fire as many pieces as you want!
- "Pay As You Go" Firing: We weigh your pieces and charge $2/lb for either bisque or glaze firing.
CLAY AND SUPPLIES AVAILABLE IN PERSON AND ONLINE
We stock several different Alligator Clay Company moist clay bodies in a variety of colors and firing ranges, as well as 50-lb bags of No. 1 pottery plaster and other supplies.
Check out our online supply shop for our in-stock items, purchase whatever you need, and we'll email you with pickup instructions when your order is ready! You can also purchase clay and other supplies in person during our open hours.
We stock several different Alligator Clay Company moist clay bodies in a variety of colors and firing ranges, as well as 50-lb bags of No. 1 pottery plaster and other supplies.
Check out our online supply shop for our in-stock items, purchase whatever you need, and we'll email you with pickup instructions when your order is ready! You can also purchase clay and other supplies in person during our open hours.