Oakland Memberships
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Membership Program
Dive a bit deeper into your craft and join the studio as a member. You'll have open studio access at our Oakland space from 10am - 9pm, Monday through Saturday, and 10am - 7:30pm on Sundays. Your membership includes a shelf space (18" x 18" x 36") as well as access to brand new Shimpo Whisper wheels, handbuilding tables, slab roller, spray booth, extruder, 30+ unique glazes, and even more!
We'll also be making use of our beautiful outdoor space with regular community Raku firings and BBQs at Temescal! West Oakland has both electric and gas kilns for mid-fire and reduction firings.
What we're looking for:
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Individuals who have a passion for the discipline and will use the space (at least 2/3x a week)
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You believe in the community aspect of a working studio. You'll want to be active and involved in some studio endeavors (i.e. mentorship, teaching opportunities, members sales) and enjoy conversing with fellow students and members.
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A level of proficiency in wheel-throwing, hand-building, and/or slip-casting so that you can work autonomously
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Added bonus if you have a friendly 🐶 that is good around other dogs and people!
All Membership Options Include:
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Dedicated private shelf and access to members-only wheel space
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Access to glaze at all studios (Potrero Hill, SoMa, and San Mateo and Oakland) which includes 75+ 5 gallon dipping glazes
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Exclusive "Power Hour" classes held 4-5 times per month, for members to receive free formal lessons from staff
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Free events and heavily discounted specialized workshops
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Opportunity to be a part of craft sales, specialty events
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Extended open studio hours
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Use of studio equipment, underglazes, oxides, mason stains, and firing fees (all included in the cost of clay!)
