WHAT WE ARE ABOUT
Austin Clay Arts is a welcoming, all-inclusive ceramics studio that fosters creativity and community.
We offer high-quality instruction in a relaxed, supportive environment. We provide everything you need without hidden costs so you can focus on exploring your creative journey, connecting with like-minded individuals, and growing through the transformative process of working with clay
WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE US
High-Quality, All-Inclusive Experience:
With transparent pricing that covers all materials and resources, students know they’re investing in a premium experience without hidden fees or surprises.
Community Connection:
The studio provides a vibrant space for meeting like-minded individuals and building authentic connections through shared creative pursuits.
Expert Instruction:
Students of all skill levels are drawn to the approachable instructors who share their expertise, ensuring each student feels both challenged and confident in their progress.
A Balance of Play and Growth:
Our studio creates a blend of fun and personal development, offering a creative outlet that’s cheerful, challenging and fulfilling.
JUSTIN GOODALL
FOUNDER - AUSTIN CLAY ARTS
Justin Goodall has spent 18 years in top-level clay programs and studios. He has worked on projects ranging from abstract sculpture to an array or functional work including lighting, tile, and tableware. Becoming a parent shifted his focus away from high-end professional work, towards a more wholesome nurtured approach to life and making art.
“I wanted to start Austin Clay Arts as a way to share the joy that I get from making art with my daughter. I believe that it is so important to incorporate play into our lives. There is a generosity and care within creating that is so deeply human and rooted in love and I want others to experience that too.”
His journey to opening Austin Clay Arts started with a single ceramics class at Elon University. It was there that he discovered the world of clay and fell in love with the magic of transformation. That love spurred him on to receive his MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and go on to run several professional and personal studio programs in North Carolina, Chicago, Michigan, New York City, and Austin.