Had to attend a meeting at the Art Center and we were able to explore the Veterans exhibit that was on display. A great center with ample parking. They offer a variety of art classes that seem reasonable. This is a good weekend activity and worth making a trip to view their offerings. read more

I can only comment on stained glass classes at the Columbia Art Center, as I haven't participated in any other programs. However, these classes have been absolutely amazing. There are a couple different classes you can take to get introduced to stained glass, like creating a dragonfly. Then as your skills improve you can take classes to make large panels or even lamps. The later classes are very open ended so you can learn different skills based on your experience and make pieces that match your interests. The classes are competitively priced and often include all materials. The facility has lots of supplies and tools that you can use, so you rarely need to bring anything except your own ideas. The instructors are extremely experienced, especially Donna, and are patient and willing to work with you. I've created a couple pieces at the Columbia Art Center and I'm excited to see what I can make in the future! read more

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Columbia Arts Center is a Columbia association facility. Sadly, the Center offers little or no benefits to Columbia Association Members. I find this very disappointing. Ceramic Instruction prices at the Columbia Art Center exceed the cost of comparable art resources in the DC-Baltimore area. Comparable and often premium resources offer more qualified, diverse artists active in their field. Example: Baltimore Clayworks' offers instruction from Yoshi Fujii (an artist selected for 22nd Annual Strictly Functional Pottery National, with an impressive resume and friendly demeanor) for $175 member (monthly fee) and $200 non-member (Course fee includes 25 lbs. of clay and bisque firing.) Columbia art center offers a comparable course with the same artist, which costs $285 for Columbia Association members (monthly fee) and $295 for Non-Residents. Clay is not included, but bisque firing is included. If I take this course at Baltimore clay works, i have access to superior facilities kilns and the same instructor for $95 less dollars Another comparison The open studio programs at Baltimore Clayworks Vs Columbia Art Center: Baltimore Clayworks program offers: GET ONE MONTH FREE: Pay 5 months' rent in advance, gets the 6th month free. * Bisque Firings * 2-1/2 shelves (two Springboard members per shelving unit) * Springboard members will have 24 hour, 7 days a week access with a key For a monthly fee of ONLY $130 for members and ONLY $150 for non-members! Columbia art Centers Open ceramic studio program is $127 for a month for members or $132.50 for non-members however your 6th month is not free. Christina McCleary's customer service and interpersonal skills are better suited to a solitary artist, working in her in a studio, than employee at an art Center. In addition, the staff at clayworks is more diverse and adept in their field. read more

The Columbia Art Center is a tremendous asset to Columbia. They offer great classes, and their regular art receptions are an opportunity for local artists to share and sell their work. Art energizes kids and adults helping them reach a state of creative flow which benefits all aspects of one's life. read more

In 2003 I was looking for somewhere where I could learn how to make pottery art on the wheel. Luckily, I stumbled upon the Columbia Art Centre, which was very convenient to where I lived. I began the wheel class with Cat Audette-Holt (the teacher at that time). Very interesting and challeging class. Later on, I decided that I wanted to try the Hand Building Pottery class, taught by Christina McCleary on Saturday mornings. Immediately I became very drawn to it, because of the idea that you can complete a piece faster using this method (depending of course on what you were creating). Almost instant gratification! Our teacher Christina McCleary also made the hand building experience very enjoyable, with her wealth of knowledge being poured out on us, there was no limit to what you could create. She makes the classes very interesting with her endless amount of ideas, combined with your individual input, the creations were quite unique. I also decided to take the Fused Glass class with Jean Mettee. I was drawn to this class because of the endless colours that can be used to create a wonderful end product. All the classes that I have taken here were very well taught. The teachers taught the classes with an endless amount of patience, knowledge, care, enthusiasm and most of all passion! I have learnt so much from them, and had so much fun doing this. I would definitely recommend taking classes at the Columbia Art Center in Columbia Maryland. The facility is well equipped, and the classes are very reasonably priced! I just love, it and I am sure that you would as well. Go ahead, check it out! read more

My daughter really enjoys the art classes here and likes the teachers a lot. I enjoy the art exhibits...which change quite frequently...so visit often! read more

If you are wary about learning to use a potters wheel and understand the chemistry of glazing and firing, the clay sessions here offer great instruction . This is a Great Place for Beginners! Also, the glaze/finishing studio is well organized with examples of finishes. Our teacher Christina and the studio assistants Carrie are patient keep a steady firing schedule so we were able to time our studio ours and drying easily. I was glad to learn about the kiln but to not have to do anything with operating it Our teacher took the anxiety out of fear of making mistakes, and took time to explain shrinkage ratios and had a lot of hand tools and stamps for effect and had physical examples of most. I have to say my first finished pieces are lovelier than I imagined and I feel I didn't waste as much time or clay as I would have without guidance. Definitely signing up in the Winter and Spring. I wish they were closer to Baltimore. read more

I have a great time working in the clay studio when taking a class. I find my instructor to always be helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. I recommend anyone who is a beginner or advanced to give this place a try. You won't be disappointed. read more