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Learn confidently, create bravely, and build community through craft.

Capital Clay is a ceramics studio in Gaithersburg, Maryland for adults and kids to explore the art and science of clay.
Founded in 2026 by Chris Landers and Robyn Iqbal, our mission is to spark creative growth for beginners and experienced makers alike in a judgment-free studio, teaching clay’s art + science with skilled instructors, consistent materials and clear processes.





Tracy Wood
Chris Landers
Co-Founder + Chief Clay Officer
Miranda Caswell
Sam Burrows
Instructor
Will Wilson
Instructor
Instructor





Ali Pokrywka
Tracy Wood
Sophie O'Connell
Brian Sweeney
Studio Tech
Studio Tech
Studio Tech
VP, Vibe Maintenance
Studio Tech
MEET THE TEAM
Co-Founder + VP, From Here to There
Robyn Iqbal
Special shout outs to NoPlan for super cool branding, Ahamed Iqbal for gorgeous photography and studio art, John Ayoub for rock solid studio woodwork, and Ryan Rakhshan for getting the gleaming kilns ready to fire!

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