ISP at Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio (ICCGS) is designed for experienced clay and glass artists who want ongoing access to our community studio to work independently on their own projects.
ISP is more than a place to create—it’s an inspiring environment where experienced clay and glass artists work alongside one another, sharing techniques, exchanging ideas, and drawing on decades of collective artistic wisdom.
We invite you to join us in the studio and become part of a community that celebrates artistic growth, collaboration, and a shared love of creativity!
2027 Friend of the Center: You must already be a 2027 Friend of the Center to participate in the ISP program.
Prior Experience: For both clay and glass, we recommend completing at least two months of classes at ICCGS or having equivalent experience in another studio.
Studio Orientation: All new ISP members must complete a studio orientation before beginning the program. Please contact production@IowaCeramicsCenter.org to get started.
Studio Policies: All participants must understand and follow ICCGS Studio Policies and Procedures. Please review our Studio Policies and Procedures Handbook before registering.
Work space is available on a first come first served basis. Classes and private events receive priority over workspace time.
Artists must provide their own tools, some community tools are available and clay must be purchased from ICCGS.
For those utilizing the shelf option, shelves must be cleared at the conclusion of your session. Anything left behind will be considered a donation to ICCGS. All tools, clay and glass will be placed in community use.
For artists who just need more space to store their work, we also have the option of a second shelf for those in the ISP Program.
Looking for more independence and a quieter place to create?
We’re offering a limited number of Studio Underground Clay Memberships in our Resident Artist Studio basement for Artists who want a dedicated workspace and greater flexibility in their studio practice.
Studio Underground members receive 24×7 access to the basement workspace, one shelf, two pottery wheels, a slab roller, and a handbuilding area.
Membership Cost: $100/month or $1200/year
Please note: 2027 Studio Underground is a standalone membership and requires an 2027 Independent Studio Program (ISP) membership.
Studio Underground will begin in January 2027