Studio School offers courses in a variety of media to meet your interests and schedule, including four- and eight-week classes and one- and two-day workshops. For questions about Studio School, email us at studioschool@okcontemp.org or call the Studio School front desk at 405-493-9087.
April 4 – June 1, 2026
July 6 – Aug. 30, 2026
From hand-building to wheel-throwing, learn new techniques and create works that come to life in our state-of-the-art kilns.
Learn painting, drawing, printmaking, and design for students of all levels.
Explore jewelry making, sculpture, and fabrication and more in expert-taught, hands-on courses.
Discover your inner Joan Didion or Octavia Butler with Studio School's offerings in writing.
Learn weaving, dyeing, embroidery, sewing, and more in our fully equipped Fiber Art Studio.
Unsure about making a four- or eight-week commitment? Snag a spot in a one- or two-day workshop for a taste of Studio School!
Our new certificate program provides an opportunity for adult learners to deepen their technical knowledge of contemporary ceramics.
Studio practice offers a powerful way for veterans to connect with one another, express themselves and explore new forms of creativity. Presented by Kimray.
Planted just south of our main building, our Art Garden provides a space to grow and nurture plants as accessible art material.
Each instructor has a rigorous technical background in their discipline as well as specialized teaching training.
Interested in instructing a course? Email studioschool@okcontemp.org for more information.
Open Studio time is included with registration and allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio. View our Open Studio calendar for more information.
A full refund (100%) is issued only if a refund request is made at least 10 business days prior to the class or workshop. Requests must be made via email to studioschool@okcontemp.org
No refund (0%) will be issued if a refund request is made within 10 business days prior to the class or workshop. No refunds will be issued if participants can’t attend the rain date. Those ineligible for a refund may request an acknowledgment of a tax-deductible contribution in the amount of the unused tuition.
Members get 10% off and early access to Studio School classes. Become a member here.
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