If you really want to get away from it all, unplug, relax and immerse yourself in something beautiful, I highly recommend …

Paseo Pottery – Ceramics Classes

Playing in mud and clay is just pure fun for kids of all ages. You don’t need any previous experience or developed skills to produce work that is unique and satisfying. Even those who suffer from ‘art anxiety’ enjoy connecting with their inner artist with pottery.

For 30 years, Paseo Pottery has been a favorite experience for anyone wishing to explore their creativity. Try a pottery wheel as well as many other methods for clay creations. Check their website for the latest offerings in classes. And their studio gallery is an ideal place to find unique ceramic gifts, if you choose not to make your own.

Team Building with Clay

Corporate Team-building Group at Work

Team Building with pottery provides a unique opportunity for professional groups to step away from the analytical and into the creative.  Enjoy a drink or two, tour the studio gallery, and have fun playing in the mud. Participants engage with the clay and each other in a physical, light-hearted environment. Through this workshop, they gain new perspectives on their business- work environment, shift group dynamics and enhance group identity.

Paseo Pottery’s team of artist volunteers love to teach groups and individuals, families, and kids. Check website for current pricing. Proceeds are donated to local charities. Fees Includes all materials. To schedule a class, call (505)988-7687 and Mention Santa Fe Selection.

Santa Fe Art Tours

The light, vistas, and culture in New Mexico have been a source of inspiration for artists for centuries. Santa Fe is one of the top art destinations in the United States – well worth the trip to visit over 200 world-class galleries that range from modernism greats to ancient artifacts. A visit to some of Santa Fe’s galleries can help inspire your inner creator. It might be a bit daunting to know where to begin and which galleries will most appeal to your tastes and interests.  Elaine Ritchel of Santa Fe Art Tours offers wonderfully immersive guided tours of the top art districts in Santa Fe, including Canyon Road, The Railyard Arts District, and the Plaza area.  Elaine’s expertise and extensive art knowledge helps you to experience the art more completely. It might triggers your inspiration for a later visit to a studio.

Elaine on her “Kid Friendly Canyon Road Tour”

Santa Fe Art Tours offers a variety of fascinating tour options for ages 10 and up. Canyon Road Quickie, Discover Downtown, Sense of Place Tour & Art Workshop, and many more. Elaine also customizes tours to suit your interests. Tour prices start at $30 + tax per person. Group rates are also available. Call (505) 985-5298 to book. (Please mention Santa Fe Selection when you call.)

As with all classes or tours, it is important to give advance notice so that the facilitator can prepare. Sometimes artists may be available on the spur of the moment, but it is helpful to give at least 24 hours notice, if possible.

If you and your friends, family or co-workers are looking to have fun together while tapping the source of your inner artist, and have a memento of your time here, then this is something you’ll want to experience. It’s good for the mind, body, and soul.

For more information on where to stay, eat, and unique things to do in Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico, please go to SantaFeSelection.com Travel Guide.

For your free Mini Guide Map with 3 maps and my curated suggestions on where to eat, shop, play in and around Santa Fe, send me an email to maria@santafeselection.com with your name and complete U.S mailing address, and I will mail it to you for free. 

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