Membership means unlimited open studio for you to be outrageously creative!

Join us to build community through clay.

Whether you’re dabbling with the craft or you’re a seasoned veteran, our ceramics studio memberships offer unlimited access to all the benefits of a professional home studio without the hassle or up-front investment.

About Membership

Membership at ECS allows self-directed ceramic artists and hobbyists to create independently in a fully equipped co-working studio. We offer different tiers based on your predicted studio usage and the amount of work you plan to generate. Find the membership application below.

We highly recommend that novice potters take one or more multi-week classes in order to feel confident working independently. Please go to our Classes page for our current list.

Benefits of Studio Membership at Erie ClaySpace

  • Full Member Benefits

    • 24/7 access to the studio and glaze lab (will be assigned a key code)

    • Storage shelving for personal work, tools and clay

  • All Members (Satellite & Full)

    • Access to a clean, safe and dedicated creative space to improve your skills

    • Ability to work at your own pace and enjoy the quietest time in the studio

    • Be supported by a community of artists

    • Use of all equipment in the studio, including kilns, wheels, tables, slab roller, reclaim tables and extruder 

    • Use of 12 or more Cone 6 studio glazes, wax resist, and oxide washes 

    • Participate in shared member firings in electric kilns

    • Learn new skills and gain experience in kiln loading, clay and glaze mixing, etc.

    • Enjoy a 15% discount on all classes, private classes (member-only), and workshops, promoting continuous learning and skill development

    • Participate in off-site studio activities like raku firings

    • Join in Member-Only classes and workshops

    • Apply for participation in pottery sales, Gallery Nights, etc.

    • Attend visiting artist demonstrations and presentations

    • Have your artistic accomplishments promoted to ClaySpace’s community (thousands of followers on our social media channels)

    • Order material and clay with other members

    • Rent and fire solo electric kilns with Studio Coordinator approval

    • Free WiFi


Types of Membership & Costs 

Satellite Membership ~ Minimum Obligation, Maximum Potential

$45/month or $486/year (prepaid)

Perfect for students and artisans with home studios seeking occasional access. Enjoy flexibility without the commitment of storage.

Benefits:

  • Access during Open Studio Hours:

    • Saturdays: 12–2 PM

    • Wednesdays: 6–8 PM

    • By appointment

  • No personal storage—ideal for minimalist use

Full Membership ~ Tailored for Your Creative Journey

$65/month or $702/year (prepaid with 10% discount)

For artists seeking regular access and personal storage.

Benefits:

  • 24/7 studio and glaze lab access

  • Personal key code for independent use

  • Includes one 36" x 16" shelf

  • Option to add an extra shelf after 3 months: $45/month (upon approval, max two shelves)

Semi-Private Studio Membership ~ Expand, Create, Collaborate

$250/month or $2,700/year (prepaid with 10% discount)

For artists ready for dedicated space within a collaborative setting.

Benefits:

  • One full unit: 71" H x 35.5" L x 14" W

  • Shared space with only 6 members total

  • Centralized work table 

24/7 access with personal key code


Storage: Membership is all about flexibility. Scale your membership to suit your needs.

Guest Pass: Members can bring in a friend or family member (must sign waiver) with a $25 guest day-pass. Member is responsible for providing the guest with clay and ensuring appropriate equipment use. 

Please Note: Erie ClaySpace facilities and equipment are for the exclusive use of ClaySpace members and students. We do not allow outside groups or individuals to use our kilns or other equipment without proper instruction. Click here to book a private workshop with us.


HOW APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIP WORKS:

  • After your application is received, ECS staff will review and contact you within 7 days to discuss the next steps.

  • Upon application approval, you must attend a 1 hour safety orientation prior to moving in your possessions.

  • First month’s dues and a $100 security deposit are required when signing the membership contract and to receive your personal keycode to the studio.

  • The security deposit will be refunded within 30 days of termination of membership as long as the member is in good standing - shelf has been cleared and cleaned, outstanding fees have been paid, and any damaged studio property has been replaced. No interest is earned on deposit monies.

  • 30 days notice is required to end membership or change level of membership.

Membership Application

Before applying, you must read our Studio Membership Terms & Conditions.