Memberships
Memberships are for experienced clay artists who can work independently in the studio. If you are brand new to clay, you are required to take a minimum of 3 classes before signing up for a membership. If you have experience in clay, I recommend taking a class or workshop before joining, to get familiar with the studio, but it is not required.
Join our studio and enjoy unlimited monthly access during open hours, shared space with other clay artists, and a creative community.
The Basics
Studio memberships are for experienced clay artists who are self-guided and want a fully equipped shared studio to create their work. We offer 3 levels of membership based on shelf space: Green Circle, Blue Square and Black Diamond members get all the benefits below. Clay is purchased separately, in house. Clay is $35 for 25pound bag.
If you are interested in a membership, please email Luisa at info@crestedbutteclaystudio.com and include a sentence or two about your clay experience. Membership availability fluctuates.
Studio Hours
The Crested Butte Clay Studio is open from 6am-11pm, 7 days a week. Members will receive a keypad entry and can come and go as they like during open hours, except during class time.
Communal Tools + Equipment
Studio members may use any communal tools, banding wheels, pottery wheels, slab roller, wedging tables, glazes, and more.
A Shared Space
Members are expected to be respectful of the shared space and take ownership in keeping a clean and healthy work environment. Make sure to clean up your area.
Storage
Members have designated shelf space to store their work in process as well as tools and small equipment.
Gallery Space
Members have the opportunity to sell their work in the gallery as well as participate in annual showcases.
Trades
Limited member trades are available. Work off your monthly fees doing various studio jobs. Jobs include loading and unloading kiln, reclaiming clay, sanding kiln shelves, making glazes, weekly studio cleaning, and front desk hours.
Clay studio members have access to
9 Shimpo wheels
2 wedging tables
Shimpo slab roller
An extruder
Banding wheels
Molds
Assorted Tools
2 Skutt 1227 electric kilns
25+ Cone 6 dipping glazes
Slips And Underglazes
Bisque and glaze firings
and more!
Additional Perks
Display space in the gallery (75/25 Split)
Space in our ceramic showcase and annual holiday sale
Member-only workshops throughout the year
10% off classes and workshops
connection with a fun and creative community of artists
Membership Options
Membership spaces are limited and require a 3 month minimum, with auto credit card renewal.
Annual memberships are preferred. 30 day notice is required for cancelled memberships
To be eligible for membership, one must have an intermediate level knowledge of ceramics, be self-guided, and undergo a detailed orientation on studio policies, equipment, and safety.
All membership applications will be reviewed by staff, prior to approval.
This studio is not intended for production potters or full time professional artists. This is a space for the hobby artists and those who want to be creative and practice their craft in a communal environment up to a few days a week.
Membership does NOT include:
Clay (clay must be bought from CB Clay Studio- no outside clay bodies unless approved). You can purchase your clay here and it will be ready for you in studio.
Classes or workshops, but members do receive 10% off classes and workshops.
When classes are in session you may use the facility but be mindful of your noise and please do not take up a lot of space. If a class is full, it is best to avoid the studio during that class time. Classes take priority over the working tables and wheels when in session.
Occasionally, the studio will be booked for workshops or special events. On these occasions members may use the studio before or after the event, but not during.
Please download, print, sign, and return the Crested Butte Clay Studio Member Policies here.
$120/month for 2 shelves of 32” w x 14” d
This is good for someone who makes smaller work and wants to use the studio a few times a week. Your work must fit on your designated shelf space.
Must have prior experience in ceramics and be self sufficient in the studio.
Memberships require a 30 day cancellation notice and a 3 month commitment. Please see the members policy for full details.