Open Studio
Packages include flexible studio time, glazes, firings, personal shelf space for works in progress, and an area to store your clay.
Open Studio Hours of Availability
Wednesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Membership Options
Pre-requisite for Open Studio:
Prior completion of at least one session of classes or passes is necessary to join this membership.
Base Membership
No monitors or staff are present.
Flexible access. 7 to 10 time slots to choose from each week.
Communal storage shelves for greenware, bisque, and glaze
Communal bin to store clay
Package Options:
1 month: Includes 5 x 4.5hr. studio sign-up visits - $200+hst
3 months: Includes 15 x 4.5hr. studio sign-up visits - $600+hst
Premium Membership
No monitors or staff are present.
Flexible access. 7 to 10 time slots to choose from each week.
1 shelf for greenware, bisque, and glaze
1 shelf for clay + tools
Package Options:
6 months: 35 x 4.5 studio sign-up visits - $1200+hst
(Bonus 5 extra sessions!)
Differences between Memberships.
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One-Month Membership:
5 studio sign-up visits of 4.5 hours each to be used within the month with no carryover option.Three-Month and Six-Month Membership:
Offers flexibility to use more than 5 visits in a single month or spread them out as desired. -
One-month members:
Additional visits cannot be purchased.Three-Month Membership Exclusive:
Purchase up to 2 additional open studio visits of 4.5 hours each at $30+hst.Six-Month Membership Exclusive:
No limit on purchasing additional open studio visits of 4.5 hours each at $30+hst. -
With all memberships, unused sign-ups expire at the end of the respective membership period.
Only if not renewing, for glazing only, there is an option to purchase 1 extra sign-up at $40+hst, to be scheduled when bisque items are ready.
Rules & Responsibilities
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1.) Remove any debris from the sink screens.
2.) Decant the water in the buckets on the floor and in the sink, as well as any water left in the mop buckets. It is normal for the water to drain slowly and will take a while.
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Make sure to keep your shelf area clean. Wipe down the outside cloth when it gets dirty. Pass the mop under your ware and clay shelf.
Rinse the glaze mats after usage. Place the extra stainless steel bowl by the red recycle bowl in the sink to catch the glaze runoff. Decant into the red recycle bowl first if necessary.
If your shelf is full, you must glaze and stop producing to keep the rotation of the firing in sequence.
The last person to mop is to decant mop water into the sink and the dirtiest water from it into the floor buckets.
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Check that all wheels are turned off.
Check that the air conditioning is turned off.
Check that all doors are locked and windows are closed.
Check that all equipment is in the proper places, tables and counters are wiped, and glazes are covered.
Turn off the lights except for the one by the entrance to the door.
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Wheels and work tables are first come first serve.
Cleaning is a necessary part of each pass and open studio time. Ensure you give enough time to clean before leaving, at least 30 minutes when you have a wheel to clean.
It’s encouraged to share ideas, techniques, tips, wisdom, and skills but refrain from harsh criticism unless requested.
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Consensus for Audio Devices. Prioritize respect and consensus when using communal audio devices such as the radio, wireless speakers or google chromecast on the TV.
Be Mindful of Volume: When making or receiving calls, avoid loud or lengthy conversation and step outside or to the back if needed to avoid distraction
Use of Headphones and Media - If you wish to watch instructional videos on personal media devices, please use headphones to ensure the sound doesn't disturb anyone.
Respect Headphone Usage - If someone chooses to use headphones rather than engage, understand they may be deeply focused on their work. Don't take this personally and respect their need for concentration.
Join the waitlist
Wait lists are never fun, but it’s worth it, don’t lose hope. We will get you in as soon as we can!
Try a clay party while you are waiting :)