Frequently asked questions

How do I use the studio when the door is open?

It is expected that members who take part in the open studio sessions have a basic understanding of pottery making as these sessions are intended for the sharing of ideas, making of pots, trimming etc and are not for teaching.

We expect members taking part in these sessions to treat each other with respect and to be conscious of the fact that they are sharing the space.

Members using the studio must sign in on entering the club in the diary on the applicable page and indicate against their name the reason for being there i.e. SH (studio hire), dropping off pots etc– this is an insurance requirement and is non-negotiable.

You will need to clean the space that you have worked in so please keep an eye on the time. We recommend starting to clean up at least half an hour before the studio session ends. See studio hire requirements on our website.

You will also be able to access our kitchen for a cup of tea/coffee and our fridge is stocked with water and soft drinks that are available for purchase either using cash or eftpos

Studio hire is charged at a small fee of $6 for half a day and $10 for a full day.

Best times for open studio sessions are:

Sunday 8:30 am - 12:30 pm - open studio and shop
Tuesday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm - social group with Nick
Thursday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - social group with Fiona

How do I access the studio using the door code?

You must be a member for at least four months. You will need to ask for access and be nominated/vouched for by a committee/teacher member at a committee meeting. If approved a form is filled out by the nominating member, signed by both. Undergo an induction in order to understand your responsibilities when accessing the studio before being given the code.

How do I sell in the shop?

Members selling their pottery through the shop are expected to take part in the running of the shop and will require access via the door code on a Sunday morning prior to 08.30am (this means you will need to qualify for the door code).

The shop is open every Sunday morning, unless a market is on at the club, hours are 08.30am to 12.30pm. You must be able to do one to two rosters a year. Please contact the current committee member in charge of the shop for more information.

How do I buy clay?

We have a varied selection of mid and high fire clays available at the studio for purchase which we offer to our members (and non-members at a higher price).

Clay must be paid, via the square register, immediately under your customer/member name.

How do I access the library?

Our library holds a collection of books, magazines and annuals on all aspects of pottery making. Most of the collection can be loaned out to members only, but we have reserved a part of the collection for reference only. Members are welcome to come in when the studio is open to read the reference books. We have provided seating in the library and we ask that you read in the library space. Air conditioner is available in the hotter months. The remainder of the library is available for loan. Please fill in the card that you will find in the sleeve of the book/magazine and place the card in the box provided. Our books can be loaned for a period of 3 weeks.