The Clay Lady is

Danielle
McDaniel

A Vibrant Artist Community

An Arts Education Center

A Teaching Philosophy

High-quality ceramics supplies

A learning resource

The Clay Lady is a real person; it’s also a teaching philosophy, and a thriving artist community dedicated to the idea that art and connection go hand in hand.

Purchase handmade art from our Campus artists

The CLC Gallery features art from our resident artists on The Clay Lady’s Campus. Every piece is handmade from a variety of mediums. Our Gallery is open for you to shop Tuesday-Friday 10am-3pm and Saturday 10am-2pm or by appointment. 

 

NEW! The Clay Lady’s Lesson Book – Practical Lessons for the Studio and the Spirit of the Potter

Available now!

 

Who is the Clay Lady?

The “real” Clay Lady is educator, artist, and entrepreneur Danielle McDaniel. Her signature “process, not project” philosophy launched a storied teaching career, revolutionized clay in the classroom, inspired a growing line of glazes and supplies, built a vibrant artist community, and continues to instruct and inspire artists and makers around the world.

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Meet us on Campus

The Clay Lady’s Campus in Nashville, TN is the only art destination of its kind in the mid-South. This place is brimming with creative energy and lovingly built to serve, support, and showcase a wonderful artist community.

Want to simplify clay and tap into the fun?

Try it the Clay Lady Way. Check out my signature products, techniques, teacher inservices, and instructional videos.

Our favorite art supplies are made right here.

Mid-South Ceramic Supply Company is your source for high-quality clay supplies, tools, and equipment.

We’re the exclusive home of The Clay Lady’s products and proud manufacturer of Opulence Glaze.

Keep up with us!

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See Nashville in one stop

Visit The Clay Lady’s Campus to experience the Nashville Clayscape, a 192 square-foot public art installation by Tamara Gentuso.