Open Studio & Pottery Memberships

Open Studio & Pottery Memberships

Your Clay. Your Creativity. Your Studio Time.

Ready to continue your pottery journey? Katie’s Clay Studio offers flexible Open Studio options for experienced potters who want to create independently.

Whether you enjoy wheel throwing, hand-building, or both, our fully equipped studio provides the space, equipment, and tools to keep creating!

Open Studio is for adults ages 18+ with previous pottery experience. This is independent studio time, not an instructional class. Studio approval is required before participating.

Compare Your Open Studio Options

Option	Price + Tax	Studio Access	Clay Included
Hourly Open Studio	$40	2 hours	Purchased separately
Basic Membership	$275	15 hours / 4 weeks	25 lbs
Standard Membership	$325	25 hours / 4 weeks	25 lbs
VIP Membership	$375	Unlimited / 4 weeks	25 lbs

All memberships include studio tools, glazes, and kiln firings. Hourly Open Studio has separate clay and firing fees.

Hourly Open Studio

$40 + Tax — 2 Hours

Need extra studio time without committing to a membership? Our hourly option is perfect for practicing techniques, finishing projects, or continuing your pottery journey after a class.

Two hours of studio access
Additional hours: $20 + tax per hour
Clay purchased separately through KCS
Bisque and glaze firing fees charged per project
Trimming and handle services available for an additional fee
Studio tools available for purchase or rental
Reservations required

Current 6-Week Students: Your course includes up to 3 additional Open Studio hours per week. Any time beyond those included hours is charged at the regular Open Studio rate.

Studio Memberships

All memberships run for 4 consecutive weeks and allow access during regular studio business hours.

Basic Membership — $275 + Tax

Up to 15 Hours / 4 Weeks

Perfect for potters who want occasional studio access for wheel throwing or handbuilding.

Includes:

Up to 15 hours of studio time a week
One 25 lb block of stoneware clay
Half studio shelf for project storage
Use of studio tools and equipment
Access to studio glazes
Kiln firings included

Trimming and handle services are available for an additional fee.

Standard Membership — $325 + Tax

Up to 25 Hours / 4 Weeks

Ideal for potters who want more time to practice, develop their skills, and work on larger projects.

Includes:

Up to 25 hours of studio time a week
One 25 lb block of stoneware clay
Full studio shelf for project storage
Use of studio tools and equipment
Access to studio glazes
Kiln firings included

Trimming and handle services are available for an additional fee.

VIP Membership — $375 + Tax

Unlimited Studio Access / 4 Weeks

Our most flexible membership for dedicated potters who want maximum studio access and additional benefits.

Includes:

Unlimited access during regular studio hours
One 25 lb block of stoneware or porcelain clay
Dedicated studio shelf and wet storage
Use of studio tools and equipment
Access to studio glazes
Kiln firings included
Trimming and handle services included if needed
One private, one-hour pottery lesson per membership period
Opportunity to participate in studio holiday shows
10% discount on Paint Your Own Pottery extended to family as well

VIP Private Lesson: Your membership includes one private, one-hour lesson with a KCS instructor. Lessons must be scheduled in advance and are offered during designated instructor availability. Dates and times vary and are subject to scheduling availability. This lesson is separate from your regular independent studio time.

Important Membership Clay Policy

All memberships include one 25 lb block of clay.

The included 25 lbs of clay is part of the membership package and has no cash or credit value. Membership pricing will not be reduced if a member chooses not to take or use the clay.

Additional clay is available for purchase. Only clay purchased through Katie’s Clay Studio is permitted.

What’s Available in Our Studio?

Our members have access to a variety of shared pottery equipment and supplies:

8 pottery wheels, including Skutt, Shimpo, Brent, and Pacifica
Slab roller and extruder
GR Forms and hand-building equipment
Texture rolling pins and studio texture stamps
Pottery tools and accessories
Extensive selection of stoneware glazes
Damp storage and drying areas
Kiln firings performed by KCS staff

Equipment is shared and available during regular studio hours.

How to Qualify for Open Studio

Open Studio is designed for potters who are comfortable working independently.

Previous pottery experience is required.

If you have not taken a class at Katie’s Clay Studio, a complimentary skills evaluation and studio tour are required before approval.

Students who have completed our 6-week pottery course may qualify with instructor approval.

Please contact the studio to schedule an evaluation before purchasing a membership or booking Hourly Open Studio.

Membership Terms & Studio Policies

Memberships & Scheduling

Memberships are valid for 4 consecutive weeks from the date of purchase.
Memberships automatically renew unless canceled.
Memberships are nonrefundable and nontransferable.
Membership hours are tracked by KCS staff through our computer system.
Unused membership hours do not roll over.
Studio access is available during regular business hours only.
Additional clay may be purchased as needed.
Gift cards cannot be used toward Open Studio sessions or memberships.

Studio Rules

Open Studio is intended for independent pottery work. Instruction is not included except for the scheduled VIP private lesson.
Members may not conduct private lessons or teach guests in the studio.
Guests wishing to participate must qualify for Open Studio, pay the applicable hourly rate, and purchase clay and firings separately.
Outside clay is not permitted.
Projects created at home or in another studio cannot be brought in for firing.
Members may reclaim their own clay or donate scraps to studio reclaim.
Staff members teaching scheduled lessons may not be available to assist Open Studio participants.

Firing Guidelines

All pottery must meet studio firing requirements to reduce the risk of damage.

Minimum project size is 2 inches.
Ornaments must fire to LOW fire temperature Earthenware clay available for this
Clay walls must generally be between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch thick.
Projects outside these requirements may be refused for firing.
All kiln loading and firing are performed by KCS staff.
Cracking, warping, and breakage are possible during the ceramic process. Successful firings cannot be guaranteed.
No refunds or credits are provided for projects damaged or lost during firing.

Unfinished Projects

If you have unfinished projects at the end of your membership or 6-week course, you may schedule Hourly Open Studio to complete your work. ($20+tax per hour)

Regular studio fees and any applicable clay or firing charges will apply.

Ready to Join Our Open Studio Community?

Contact Katie’s Clay Studio to learn more about our memberships, check availability, or schedule your complimentary skills evaluation.

Katie’s Clay Studio

Located in Gibsonia, Pennsylvania On the corner of Rt. 8 and 910 intersection.

Call: 724-502-4700

Open Studio access is available during regular business hours. Please check our current studio hours before planning your visit.