Memberships
Membership gives you flexible access to the Earth to Fire studio whenever we are open.
The studio operates as an open working space where members can practise, experiment and develop their own projects at their own pace.
You’re free to make what you like, provided it fits within the studio guidelines.
An instructor is always on site during open hours to help troubleshoot, answer questions and guide your progress.
There is no booking system, members simply come in and work whenever the studio is open.
What Members Receive
All memberships include:
Access to the studio during open hours
Use of wheels, tools and basic studio glazes
Dedicated shelving space for works in progress
Guidance from studio staff when needed
Discounts on multi-week classes
Clay and kiln firings are charged separately.
Memberships are billed monthly via subscription and can be cancelled at any time.
To maintain a comfortable working environment, the studio operates with a limited number of memberships. If we reach capacity, a waiting list will be introduced.
For full studio guidelines please see the Membership FAQ.
The Weekly Membership is ideal for people who want regular studio time but at a lighter pace.
Access:
Up to 4 studio sessions per month
This generally works out to about once per week, but you choose when you attend.
Member Benefits
Access to wheels, tools and studio equipment
Use of basic studio glazes
Dedicated shelving space
Support from studio staff
30% discount on multi-week classes
Clay and kiln firings are charged separately.
Our Regular Membership is designed for people who want consistent time in the studio to develop their pottery practice.
Access:
Up to 8 studio sessions per month
If the studio is open, you’re welcome to come in — no booking required.
Member Benefits
Access to wheels, tools and studio equipment
Use of basic studio glazes
Dedicated shelving space
Support from studio staff
40% discount on multi-week classes
Clay and glaze firings are charged separately.
Membership FAQs
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A membership provides access to the Earth to Fire pottery studio during approved hours, use of shared studio equipment, and participation in our studio community. Materials, clay, firings, and some specialist equipment may be charged separately.
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No. Memberships are for independent studio use. There is always an instructor on hand but it isn’t structured teaching like a class or workshop. Memberships allow you to develop your skills and craft with support.
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Members are expected to have some basic level of ceramics experience and be able to work safely and independently. If you’re new to pottery, we recommend starting with a class or workshop before applying for membership.
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Membership fees are billed monthly in advance by automatic payment. Memberships continue until cancelled in accordance with our cancellation policy.
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Memberships can be cancelled by providing notice before the next billing cycle. Once a payment has been processed, it is non-refundable.
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No. Membership fees are non-refundable and unused studio time cannot be credited or carried forward.
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Pottery is fragile, and breakages can occur during handling, drying, firing, or glazing. Earth to Fire cannot guarantee outcomes and is not responsible for damage caused by kiln issues, accidents, or handling by others.
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Reasonable accidents along with any normal wear and tear is excepted. Members are responsible for the cost of repair or replacement of studio equipment or property damaged through misuse, carelessness, or failure to follow studio guidelines.
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Earth to Fire is a shared, respectful creative space. Members are expected to behave safely and courteously, respect others’ work and boundaries, and contribute positively to the studio environment.
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Yes. Maintaining a clean studio is essential for health and safety, and ensuring the space is useable for other members. So members are expected to clean all tools, equipment, and surfaces used during their session and help maintain a clean shared studio environment.
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Yes. Earth to Fire reserves the right to suspend or cancel a membership for non-payment, rule breaches, unsafe behaviour, or conduct that disrupts the studio community. No refund is payable in these circumstances.