Ceramics Studio Information
Ceramics Studio Information
Come join our lively clay community! A variety of options are available for kids and adults at the LUX Ceramics Center to engage with clay, art, and community. Whether you have never touched clay or have a degree in art the Ceramics Center is here to meet the needs of ceramic artists and clay enthusiasts at every level.
- Learn ceramics from beginner basics to advanced forms and techniques.
- Create alongside a diverse community of clay enthusiasts and skilled makers.
- Experience the joy of making your own pottery to enrich your daily life and rituals.
- Grow into a Studio Member or Fellow to receive perks - like discounts on classes, clay, and in the gallery; access to clays + glazes; open studio hours and more.
Ceramics Center Manager – Neil Celani
Contact Neil with questions regarding the Ceramics Center or purchasing clay.
Email: neil@luxcenter.org or by Appointment: M/W/F
Ways to Get Involved at the Ceramics Center
Electric Kilns
We offer Low and Mid-Range firing to those who have a studio at home and need access to a kiln to get their ceramic work fired. Kiln firings are included for Fellows, AIRs, and Studio Members. Please see the table of prices below to determine cost.
Kiln Firing Request Form
| Kilns are Loaded and Fired by LUX Staff Only | Low Fire (^04 - ^3) | Mid-Range Fire (^5 / 6) |
|---|---|---|
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Low Fire |
Firing Schedule is at the discretion of LUX Staff | |
| Large Kiln | $80 | $100 |
| Medium Kiln | $60 | $80 |
| Small Kiln | $40 | $60 |
| Test Kiln | $15 | $20 |
Gas Fire Reduction
Gas Daddy - Soft Brick Cone 10 Reduction Kiln
Our reduction gas fired kiln, aka Gas Daddy, was designed and built by Ceramics Center Manager Neil Celani with the generous help of many friends and donors. We offer gas kiln and cone 10 glaze access to LUX students, Fellows, and Studio Members only. If you would like more information email Neil, the Ceramics Center Manager for details.
(Select classes and Studio Members only)
Monday: 10am to 10pm
Tuesday: 6pm to 10pm
Wednesday-Friday: 10am to 10pm
Saturday: 2:30pm to 10pm
Sunday: Closed
Studio space is available first come first served for Open Studio hours and classes have priority. Doors remain locked during Open Studio hours.
LUX offers a limited selection of Low, Mid, and High fire clay available for purchase directly from the studio. Email the Ceramics Center Manager or stop by the Gallery Shop.
Brackers Good Earth Clay in Lawrence, KS delivers to LUX every few months. Artists in or near Lincoln, NE can ship your materials order with ours. We pay the larger delivery fee, and you pay only $0.035 per per pound. Place your order with Brackers over the phone or via email and choose ‘ship with’ the next LUX Center order. Email: mail@brackers.com
