MEMBER NEWS
We have moved news and announcements here instead of being in a long email.
This page is updated on the 1st and 10th of each month.
CLASS NEWS
Lesson Guide + Instructor Specialties
We've added a great list of possible class topics and which instructors excel at those topics. Take a look in the lesson guide! These are topics that we can cover in any regular class.​
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TOPIC CLASSES​
Handbuilding Topic Classes with Jade
7 - 9 pm • Wednesdays & 2 - 4 pm • Saturdays
Join us for slab matchboxes, butter dishes, Nerikomi and more!​
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Handbuilding Topic Classes with Hanako O’Leary
7 - 9 pm • Mondays
Learn how to hand build abstract figurative vessels using coil and pinching techniques.​
Handbuilding Topic Classes with Amanda
6 - 8 pm • Tuesdays
Join us for alternative techniques with a range of materials while fully utilizing all of the stages of clay.
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Luster Class with Jade
6 - 8 pm • Wednesday 7/16
6 - 8 pm • Thursday 8/7
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Adding Color to Glaze & Slip
with Amanda 6 - 8 pm • Wednesday 8/27
Learn how to add pigments to slips and glazes!​​​
This is also an intro to glaze mixing. You'll learn how to add color/ change the color of studio glazes. ​​​​​​​​
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SERIES CLASSES
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= July & August =
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Jewelry with Jade
7 - 9 pm • Wednesday 8/6, 8/20, 9/3, 9/17
Join Jade for this series class all about creating wearable works of art! Participants will learn a variety of intermediate/advanced handbuilding techniques for sculptural & flat jewelry making.
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Illustrative Storytelling with Large Coil Pots with Jade
7 - 9 pm • Thursdays & Wednesdays 7/17, 7/31, 8/13, 8/27
In this series, we will experiment with making large coil built vessels and using surface design techniques to translate imagery from a chosen story, poem or song. Participants will use various surface design techniques including slip transfer, in-lay, sgraffito, oxide washes, and more!
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Plates, Platters, and Open Forms with Amanda
7 - 9 pm • Wednesday 6/11, 6/25, 7/9, 7/23
In this intermediate wheel throwing class we will learn about throwing from the inside of forms to create nice compressed, not warping open forms! ​​​​
We ask that you take a few minutes to read through the following guides.
If you have any questions, send us an email or ask in class.
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WELCOME TO THE STUDIO
If you haven't logged into the portal before - Do NOT "sign-up". Use "forgot password?" to create a login password using the email that you enrolled with.
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FAQ
I need to take a glazing class but I don't see any on the schedule?
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Your glaze class can happen during any Basic-Skill Level or All-Skill Level classes! (See note below about skill level categories.) When signing up for this class just add “Glazing” to the notes.
I'd like to pause/ cancel my membership, how do I do that?​
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Memberships can be edited/paused/canceled up to three weeks before the start of that month using the member portal. If you'd like to pause for December, for example, you need to use the portal to hold by November 10th or earlier. Cancellations work the same way.
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Cancelations will always be accompanied by a confirmation email. You'll see holds added to your membership in red text on your main portal page.
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A class is full, do I have options?
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Yes! Standard wheel and hand-building classes are drop-in friendly. Even if it's your first time to the studio, come to class anyway! It's helpful to arrive ~5 minutes early if you're dropping in. ​
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IMPORTANT
UPDATES
Updated July 10th
Reminder that it is your responsibility to stay up to date on studio news, policies, and changes that affect your studio participation.​
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Upcoming Staff Day / Studio Closure​​​
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Monday 8/11* (Recently updated date)
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We are open a minimum of 29 days per month. Most months contain one staff day in which the studio is closed to members. We use these days for cleaning, studio improvements, staff trainings, holidays, and events. These days vary month to month, but are almost never on a weekend.​​
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Gloria Han Workshops! (Carved Surfaces - Celadon Florals)​
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Join Gloria on Wednesday, 7/23 Limited spots left!​
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100 piece houseware collection fundraiser! We are considering pots for donation to go into this amazing collection. The collection will feature 100 pots, 10 in each of the 10 categories. If you're interested in donating please get it touch and let us know which category/s you're interested in. We're accepting ~ 1 to 3 pieces per person. The deadline has been extended!
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The categories are: Vases, Cups, Mugs, Bowls, Plates, Platters, Serving Bowls, Lamps, Planters, and Pouring Vessels. *Highest need highlighted*​​​
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Membership Cancelation/ Hold policy reminder:
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When canceling your membership you'll receive an email from Gymmaster confirming. ​
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When holding your membership you'll see an "Upcoming Hold" note in red on your main member portal page.
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Please confirm that these exist when setting either up. We cannot honor "I know I canceled!" messages when we have no way of verifying the situation.
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Door/Access Awareness Announcement
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Access to the studio requires a code. That code will be emailed to you in our bi-monthly emails on the 1st and the 10th. Please do not share that code with anyone. It will change periodically.
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​Please see the "Studio/ Door Access Information" Tab on this page for more information about accessing the studio.
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Sliding Scale Pricing Available
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We offer a discounted rate for members who've had at least 6 months of membership and need a bit of financial assistance. ​
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Prices are: $300/m for a recurring membership | $270/m for an 8-month commitment
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If you're interested and qualify, please email.
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Don't forget that standard wheel and hand-building classes are drop-in friendly! It's helpful to arrive ~5 min early if you're dropping in.​
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- We are coming to the end of our Obsidian era... We have a small amount left, once we sell the last of it that will be it. The final obsidian firing will be 4-6 weeks after we sell that last bag.
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Obsidian is becoming less and less popular, meaning our ability to fire entire kilns of it is more and more rare.
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​This is a community studio. Please be conscious and respectful of your fellow studio mates.
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Please be careful and caution around other people's work in the studio. When navigating around shelfs and the greenware area please be extra cautious not to bump other people's work. And if you do, please leave a note! Accidents happen, just say sorry. :) ​​
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Remember that class times are specifically set up for you. If you need help with anything please sign up for a class. We love sharing our knowledge.
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The Gymmaster App does not work very well. Accessing the Member Portal on your phone using a browser is highly recommended. ​​
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The Center For Community Ceramics (501(c)3)​
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We're planning a 10x10 Houseware Fundraiser that will feature 100 pieces available online as soon as a collection is arranged!
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Donations graciously accepted here​​​​
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Volunteers needed! Sign-Up Form Here
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VISITING ARTISTS
Gloria Han is our Visiting Artist through the month of July leading three workshops during her time at our studio. Register for her workshops below!
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Throwing Off The Hump: Korean Methods workshop w/ Gloria Han
10 am - 5 pm • Saturday 6/14 • SOLD OUT
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Carved Surfaces: Celadon Florals workshop w/Gloria Han
​10 am - 5 pm • Wednesday 6/23 • $200​​​​
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Carved Surfaces: Celadon Florals workshop w/Gloria Han
​10 am - 5 pm • Saturday 6/28 • SOLD OUT
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AUGUST
Grace Potter will be a Visiting Artist in August with a talk 7pm, Thursday 8/14.
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Coil & Pinching: Ritual Vessels workshop w/ Grace Potter
​10 am - 5 pm • Saturday 8/16 • $200​
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EVENTS
JULY​
Artist Talk : Career Intensive Residents
7 pm • Thursday 7/10
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Workshop - Throwing Off The Hump: Korean Methods workshop w/ Gloria Han
10 am - 5 pm • Saturday 7/12 • $200
SOLD OUT
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Workshop - Carved Surfaces: Celadon Florals workshop w/Gloria Han
​10 am - 5 pm • Wednesday 7/23 • $200
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Workshop - Carved Surfaces: Celadon Florals workshop w/Gloria Han
​10 am - 5 pm • Saturday 7/26 • $200
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​​​​Seattle Art Fair
7/17 - 7/20
We are proud to be cultural partners with the Seattle Art Fair this year. We will showcase the work of Visiting Artists Gloria Han, Jeff Campana, and Day Brierre.
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AUGUST​
Artist Talk : Grace Potter
7 pm • Thursday 8/14​​​​
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Workshop - Coil & Pinching: Ritual Vessels w/ Grace Potter
​10 am - 5 pm • Saturday 8/16 • $200
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Studio Access Guide
Reminder that it is your responsibility to stay up to date on studio news, policies, and changes that affect your studio participation.​
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Door/ Access Information!
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Access to the studio requires a code. That code will be emailed to you in our bi-monthly emails on the 1st and the 10th. Please do not share that code with anyone. ​
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Hours!
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The studio is accessible from 8 am until 11 pm 7 days a week. (The doors will not permit access after 10:45pm). ​
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There is a studio security alarm. It's very important to vacate the building no later than 11 pm. ​
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Failure to leave the building by 11 pm may result in a $100 fine.
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The studio is staffed between 12 pm - 9 pm on weekdays and 10 am - 6 pm on weekends.
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​If you'd like to purchase clay/materials outside of our staffed hours, just email or text with your name and what you're buying. ​
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Please do not leave written notes for staff at the studio. If you have a message then please text or email.
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Studio Lights
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In the morning, feel free to turn on any lights that you’d like. Light switches are pretty easy to find.
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The large overhead lights in the North studio take a few minutes to turn on. Once you flip the switch, just wait.
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In the evening, as staff leave at 9 pm we will check in with remaining members and turn off unused lights. If you’re the last one to leave please close door and turn off the lights!
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