The Pottery Studio Rules: 

• STUDIO TIME: Due to limited space a reservation is required for use of the pottery studio during open studio hours only. These hours can vary and are in between our classes and parties. The schedule to reserve is available online. (You may call ahead to see if we have any availability on the same day.) Walk-ins are subject to availability.
• STORAGE: Anything made during studio time must follow our workflow process of shelf space, drying time, kiln firing, and pick-up schedule. You maintain your own shelf with supplies and clay reclaim to keep it tidy and functional. Due to limited space we cannot allow more than one shelf per member. Please keep work in progress moving as much as possible to ensure you have enough room for your pieces and materials.
• WORK IN PROGRESS: All work must be marked with your name, initials, and date to be fired. Any pieces that do not have a “maker’s mark” on the bottom for identification will NOT be fired and will be moved to the “Unknown” shelf. This shelf is maintained monthly and if pieces are not claimed or identified, they will go in the reclaimed clay bucket.
• PICK-UP: Finished pieces must be picked up monthly. Please check the pick-up shelves for your completed work. If you are no longer an active member, any greenware pieces left over 30 days are subject to our no hold policy and will be reclaimed in clay unless otherwise arranged. If pieces have been fired, we are not responsible for any bisqueware or glazed items abandoned over 30 days from membership expiration. They will become the property of SmARTivities and be adopted or donated to charity.
• CLAY/GLAZE: No outside clay or glazes are permitted without prior approval from management. This prevents damage to our equipment and kiln. We have tested our clay and glaze to ensure the best possible outcomes for our studio.
• KILN DAMAGE: Any damage to a kiln shelf as a result of over glazing will incur a fine depending on how much damage up to and including the cost of a new kiln shelf (Approx. $30-$70 each)
• POTTERY DAMAGE: Any damage to another member’s work due to your piece exploding in the kiln as a result of moisture or improper ventilation will result in possible tears from another member and probably some staff members too, so, please allow enough time for your pieces to dry and ventilate them to prevent disasters! We do our best to only fire bone dry pieces to ensure everyone's work has the best chance to succeed.
• COMMUNITY SPACE: All members must maintain a community mindset and think of their fellow potters during studio time. Please wear headphones if you prefer your own music so as not to disrupt the relaxing atmosphere. We are here to support one another and provide a calm and inspirational environment for creativity to grow!
• FOOD/DRINKS/PERSONAL ITEMS: We encourage you to bring a bottle of water with you for hydration during your studio time, but alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Small snacks are allowed and may be kept in the community cubbies during your visit with your other belongings.
• TOOLS/MATERIALS: Use of our studio tools and materials are included in each plan. Please use carefully and put them back in their proper place when not in use. Members may bring in their own tools and supplies to use during their studio time and store them on their own shelf. We are not responsible for any lost or possibly stolen items.
• CLEANLINESS: We keep our studio as clean as possible to keep dust and debris accumulation to a minimum. Please follow our cleaning guidelines to ensure the wheels, equipment, tables, and tools stay clean. You are responsible to clean your own wheel, table surface, and tools used at each visit. Consider your fellow potter when working to keep messes and spills at a minimum. We appreciate you sharing time with us and help keeping the studio a relaxing and inviting place for everyone.