Are you in a family with travelers who’d rather make the souvenir than buy it, you've come to the right stop. Welcome to Week Two of Six Sides of Clarksville: The Creative Side. No experience required, no talent test, and no pressure to be good. Four local studios, three materials, and one promise: you’ll leave holding something you made yourself.
ArtLink: the studio that's open to everyone
A nonprofit community studio built on the idea that making art shouldn’t depend on your budget or skill level. Nervous beginners, this is your on ramp. Nobody is grading you. They hand you supplies and point you to a table. Open-studio hours are low-cost to free, and walk-in projects rotate monthly for $5-$25. Want more guidance? Two-hour workshops run $50 and cover stained glass, painting, macramé, jewelry making and even cake and cookie decorating.
Shattered Dreams Glass Design: Meet the maker
Behind the name is a working glass artist, not just a pretty storefront. Got that person in your life that loves unique items; this is your stop. The owner partners with ArtLink to teach public workshops and also hosts four weeklong workshops in the space. If the first two stops make you want to go deeper, this is where a one-afternoon hobby can turn into a skill. Walk-in sessions are available for individuals; for groups, please book an appointment. Prices vary, so be sure to call ahead!
Fire & Glaze/RiverCity Clay: paint-your-own pottery, zero stakes
At Fire & Glaze, pick a mug, bowl, or figurine, paint it however you like, and the studio glazes and fires it for you. Paint parties, glow parties, hands on ceramic sessions and date-night fun give it a social edge, so it works for a group of friends or a low-pressure evening for two. It's the easiest creative win in town: you can't really ruin it, and you get a finished piece back. Pricing ranges from around $10-$35.
For more instruction, RiverCity Clay is the place to be. With hands-on single classes or monthly classes from master potters, you’ll get your hands dirty and learn the art of wheel throwing and hand building. Class prices range from $20-$50.
That's the creative side of Clarksville: three studios, three materials, zero excuses. Next week in Six Sides, we swap the paintbrush for a spa day and explore the pampered side of town
