Membership

*We are currently at capacity for members, but you can still submit an application to join our waitlist!* 

At Castro Clay, we're dedicated to creating a warm and creative space that feels safe and inviting for everyone keen on exploring the world of cone 5 clay. Your membership fees play a crucial role in sustaining our community, supporting our staff, and providing abundant resources for our members and students. As a member, you enjoy full access to our equipment and facilities. 

Membership Cost: $275 per month

Membership at Castro Clay will include the following:

• Unlimited access to the studio during all hours of operation 
• Access to the building via smart lock keycode
• A personal shelf space to store work and clay storage below the shelf 
  • L32" x W16" x H16"
• Kiln firings included in cost of clay (large scale production must be approved by staff) 
• Access to all studio dipping glazes (9 currently)
• Access to purchase all studio clay bodies
  • B-Mix, Speckled Buff, Moroccan Sand, Hawaiian Red, B-3 Brown
• Use of studio tools, materials, and equipment
  •  Members are encouraged to buy their own tools
• Discounts! 10% off all classes and workshops

Membership Guidelines:

•  Members should be capable of working independently in their respective discipline (wheel throwing, hand-building, and/or sculpture). We highly recommend that anyone with little to no experience enroll in a few of our 6 week courses before considering membership. 
• Members are expected to respect and cultivate the community and it's shared resources. 
• Members are responsible for studio cleanliness! A clean studio is a safe studio. All of our members will be expected to learn and follow our cleaning protocols. 
•  Members must be at least 18 years old.
• All clay must be purchased from Castro Clay. Absolutely no outside clay will be fired.
• Unfortunately no guests will be allowed in the studio.
• A minimum of 30 days is required for all membership cancellations. 

Submit your membership application below!