Welcome to Arch & Opal! I'm Carly, a ceramics artist and educator nestled in the vibrant Kansas City metro area. My journey with clay began in high school, but my love with getting my hands dirty traces back to my childhood explorations making mud pies in my backyard. Ceramics isn't just a passion for me- it's a profound relationship that has shaped my life.

The name Arch & Opal holds deeps significance; it's a tribute to my beloved pup, Archie, and my birthstone, opal, which is a hydrolyzed form of silica- a main ingredient in clay.

Every functional creation at Arch & Opal is meticulously designed to enhance everyday experiences, forging lasting bonds between the object and the beholder (and sometimes with the help of my pup too!). Join me on this journey of craftsmanship and connection!