Membership Agreement

Address: 1290 Danmann Ave, Pacifica, CA 94044

Email: [email protected]

Website: claycreationspacifica.com

Studio Philosophy

The goal at Clay Creations is for everyone to have an environment to work in that fosters creativity, the freedom to explore ideas and produce them. The rules and policies have been put in place not to restrict you but to create a prosperous studio that fuels the needs of us all as a community of clay artists. The intent is to leave the studio feeling better than when you arrived!

Studio Hours

• Monday - Friday — 9am - 1pm
• Monday - Friday — 6:30pm - 9pm
• Saturday & Sunday — 9am - 5pm

Included in Your Membership

• 4,000 cubic inches of firing space per month. Overages: $0.07 per cubic inch (includes 2 firings and glaze)
• Use of over 30 dipping & brush-on cone 5/6, cone 10 and Raku glazes
• Use of colored slips, Raku and low fire glazes
• Cone 10 reduction firings
• Storage cubby for in-studio members
• Raku, pitfire, wood, and gas soda firings available for an additional fee

Open Key Membership

• 24/7 studio access (responsible use required)
• All other membership benefits apply
• Only open key members allowed outside of standard studio hours

Additional Costs

• Glazes running on kiln shelves: $5–$10 depending on damage
• Second firings (unless glaze pitting)
• Work exceeding 4,000 cubic inches: $0.07 per cubic inch

Studio Policies & Etiquette

• Don’t disturb other members while they are working
• The wheel room is to be quiet, especially during class. Speak softly if needed
• All clay must be purchased through Clay Creations
• Members/students must bring their own tools
• Do not touch or pick up other people’s work
• Allow 15 minutes before closing to clean up
• Always clean up your area: wedging table, floor, sink, etc.
• Never sand clay or glaze in the studio — dust is harmful
• Clean off bats/boards before clay dries. Scrape and return them after trimming
• Do not leave potter's wheels outside; keep covered in cold/damp conditions

Billing Through QuickBooks

Every month you'll be emailed a bill. Do not select the prompt to pay online to avoid double charges. Your card on file will be charged and you'll receive a confirmation email. Clay purchases and overages may be billed the following month.

Payment Responsibilities

• If paying by credit card, your card is charged on the 1st of each month
• If paying by check, payment is due by the 3rd
• There is a $45 administration fee upon registration

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation requires 30 days written notice starting on the 1st of your final month
• All belongings must be removed by the end date. Storage beyond that incurs monthly fees
• Work must be glazed and completed by the end of membership. Afterward, you may glaze unfinished work for $20/hr plus a glaze fee per piece
• Work left after 30 days becomes property of Clay Creations and may be recycled

Personal Risk

• You agree not to hold Clay Creations financially liable for injury on premises
• You agree not to go near or touch hot kilns
• You may not open or unload kilns without authorization

Late Payments

• You are responsible for making payments on time
• Your monthly charge may vary depending on your balance
• If paying by check and it is received after the 3rd, a $10 late fee will be applied the next month