Studio Memberships
NOTE: Registration Begins April 1st
Memberships are offered for more experienced potters who prefer to work independently. They are available in the second floor studio only. Maximum capacity is 10, maximum number of workstudy potters is 4. Available to current and former students of Hinckley Pottery. Membership is open to students once they complete a 2-month wheel session or 8-week handbuilding class.
Members have access to the Second Floor Studio for a maximum of 10 hours a week when Hinckley Pottery is open and no classes or workshops are scheduled for that space.
This is a common space to be shared with others and is not designed for production pottery. Storage of pots and supplies is limited to the number of shelves rented. Glazing of pots is done in the glaze area on the first floor. NOTE: Glazing space may be limited during class times.
Requires:
A minimum three-month commitment with one month security deposit.
Payment monthly by auto-renewal.
One month notice to cancel.
Agreement to serve three volunteer hours per month at Hinckley Pottery.
A written contract, as well as an understanding of studio operations, safety procedures, and security measures.
Monthly purchase of a clay/glaze/firing package. No outside clay is permitted, but specific high fire clay bodies may be requested.
Member must clock in and out for each visit.
No unauthorized guests.
Clay Package: Covers 50 pounds of clay plus glazing and firing. Pots 8 inches or more in size at the bisque stage will require firing tickets for glaze firing. The clay package fee covers glazes however it does not cover under- and over-glazes and other additions.
Fee: $300 per month / 10 hours per week / 2 shelves (48”x12” each) Plus a minimum of one clay/glaze/firing package per month paid with monthly fee: $115 for stoneware, plus any premiums for specialty clays including porcelain. Additional shelves may be rented for $60 per month per shelf (if available). Additional clay packages may be purchased as needed.