students working at row of pottery wheels in the workspace

Open Studios give you the chance to work on your own, outside of a classroom setting. 

Clay Studio

Throw on the wheel or hand-build sculptural pieces. 

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Jewelry Studio

Tools and equipment for everything from wire-work and beading to soldering with a torch.

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Woodshop

A full shop with tools and equipment to construct your project.

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Open Studios are available anytime when there isn't a class or walk-in craft scheduled in the space you want to use. Most afternoons before 6 pm and weekends are generally good times, and some evenings are also available. Give us a quick call at 515-294-0970 or check out the Summer Studio Schedule for daily availability. Open Studios are only available for those 18+ who purchase a daily, 5-day, or semester pass. If you are enrolled in a class, you may use the studio at no cost until the last class meets.

ISU Students, Faculty & Staff: 
$5 per day
$20 for a 5 day Punch Card (good for 3 months)
$55 for a Semester Pass

Public:
$7 per day
$28 for a 5 day Punch Card (good for 3 months)
$75 for a Semester Pass

Fees only cover the cost of access to the studio equipment. Supply costs are not included.