The Clay Lady is

Danielle
McDaniel

A Vibrant Artist Community

An Arts Education Center

A Teaching Philosophy

High-quality ceramics supplies

A learning resource

The Clay Lady is a real person; it’s also a teaching philosophy, and a thriving artist community dedicated to the idea that art and connection go hand in hand.

Join us on The Clay Lady’s Campus

Classes for Kids

who want to learn about working with clay

Resources for Art Teachers

who want to expand their toolbox with new techniques and ideas

Classes for Adults

who want to take pottery, sculpture or stained glass classes & workshops

Supplies and Equipment

for clay artists and makers who want the best supplies for their project

Community Artists

looking for a thriving and supportive environment

Community Events

for Nashville-area artists and makers who want to connect

Purchase handmade art from our Campus artists

The CLC Gallery features art from artists in The Clay Lady’s Campus community. Every piece is handmade from a variety of mediums. Our Gallery is open to the public Tuesday-Friday 10am-3pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. Or shop anytime from our online gallery below.

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NEW! The Clay Lady’s Lesson Book – Practical Lessons for the Studio and the Spirit of the Potter

Available now!

 

Purchase your copy today!

Who is the Clay Lady?

The “real” Clay Lady is educator, artist, and entrepreneur Danielle McDaniel. Her signature “process, not project” philosophy launched a storied teaching career, revolutionized clay in the classroom, inspired a growing line of glazes and supplies, built a vibrant artist community, and continues to instruct and inspire artists and makers around the world.

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Meet us on Campus

The Clay Lady’s Campus in Nashville, TN is the only art destination of its kind in the mid-South. This place is brimming with creative energy and lovingly built to serve, support, and showcase a wonderful artist community.

The CLC GalleryClassroomsThe CLC GalleryMid-South Ceramics
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Want to simplify clay and tap into the fun?

Try it the Clay Lady Way. Check out my signature products, techniques, teacher inservices, and instructional videos.

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Our favorite art supplies are made right here.

Mid-South Ceramic Supply Company is your source for high-quality clay supplies, tools, and equipment.

We’re the exclusive home of The Clay Lady’s products and proud manufacturer of Opulence Glaze.

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Keep up with us!

Subscribe to The Clay Lady’s Campus emails for artist tips, class openings, event announcements, special workshops and more.

See Nashville in one stop

Visit The Clay Lady’s Campus to experience the Nashville Clayscape, a 192 square-foot public art installation by Tamara Gentuso.

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Campus News
Tennessee Potter’s Society
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Storymakers is June 18th, 2022
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Annual Ugly Pot Throw is June 4th, 2022
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Our Campus will be Closed for 4th of July Holiday…
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The Clay Lady’s Campus hosts Firefly Artisan Fair

October 22, 2022, 5-9pm

One night under the stars, guests can buy handmade art from Nashville artists, make art together, watch art being made, be inspired to create art, and build community under the stars. This event is for people of all ages and is family friendly.

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