Contemporary Ceramic Studios Association | Paint Your Own Pottery The Contemporary Ceramic Studios Association (CCSA) is a not-for-profit trade association serving the needs of ceramic and paint your own pottery studios and suppliers around the world. The Mission of the CCSA is to promote our industry and be a resource for our members. Whether you're a seasoned studio owner or someone who is thinking about opening their own Paint Your Own Pottery studio, this is the place to be.