Studio Membership Terms & Conditions

Please read before applying:

General information:

  • Erie ClaySpace Artists Association (ECSAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

  • ECSAA provides ceramic artists with a community, studio space and access to equipment.

  • ECSAA associate membership is $65 for a Half Shelf Membership or $100 monthly for a Full Shelf Membership ($960/year if paid in full), payable on or before the first day of the first month in the period.

  • ECSAA offers ceramics classes and workshops. During class time, Member may ask the instructor for permission to work in the studio but students have priority use of equipment, tables, etc. Member should not interrupt class instruction. Students are ECSAA student members for the duration of the class. Classes are noted in the studio calendar, accessible through the Members Portal.

Associate Membership Application Process:

  • Applicant must have taken a ceramic art class at ECSAA studio, or demonstrate satisfactory experience and knowledge to safely and competently work with studio equipment.

  • Applicant submits the online application to ESCAA staff.

  • The ESCAA shall respond within 1-2 weeks.

  • Applicant may be asked to meet with the Studio Manager or Member Coordinator for a knowledge/skills demonstration.

  • Upon acceptance, Associate Member agrees to pay first month of membership. Membership period can begin on the first day of any month. No dues will be prorated.

  • Member agrees to submit a voided check with their first payment. This will be used to enroll the member in monthly auto-payment through Stripe. This auto-payment can be stopped at any time by contacting jbaker@erieclayspace.com.

  • Member agrees to pay a $100 refundable security deposit, which includes one key to the building and an individual entry code to the studio. Keys may not be reproduced or transferred. Interest will not be earned on key security deposit during term of membership. Security Deposit may be forfeited if Member violates any membership, bylaw or building regulation.

Rules:

  • Member agrees to abide by the rules set forth by the building owner and by ECSAA. Member accepts the ECSAA bylaws and any amendments.

  • Members are responsible for purchasing their own clay and materials, which should be clearly marked with their name and cone firing range. Clay can be purchased from M & M Pottery in Corry or ECSAA (Half Shelf Members must only used clay purchased through ECSAA).

  • Member agrees to prepay material purchases.

  • Use of studio is for Members only. Guests are not permitted without a Guest Day-Pass.

  • Use of studio is for clay art. Plaster may be used for molds but MUST be cleaned up thoroughly and removed from the premises. DO NOT wash plaster down the drain.

  • Clay and glaze being fired must be compatible with the cone temperature setting.

  • Kiln shelves must be scraped and washed immediately after firing to be ready for the next user.

  • If, at any time, Member is unsure about proper use of any equipment, glazes, materials, etc., please contact the Studio Manager PRIOR to use.

  • Leave all work areas as clean as or cleaner than you found them, including all equipment, tables, wedging slabs, floors, glaze room, containers, sink, microwave, and refrigerator, etc.

  • After clean-up, put all tools back in their proper place so that other members may find them. Member may not remove tools, materials or equipment from facility.

  • Smoking is prohibited in all areas of 1505 State Street.

  • Food and beverage should not be left in the facility. Take all food-trash with you when you leave. Food and beverage must never be rinsed down the sink, as it will rot in the clay-trap bucket.

  • Pets (except service dogs) are prohibited.

  • Music should be played at a low volume. Headphones are encouraged.

  • Any equipment damaged, destroyed or lost due to negligence or inexperience must be paid for before the end of the month.

  • Renewal of membership may be denied if Member violates any membership, bylaw or building regulation.

Kiln and Materials Fees (subject to change with 30 days’ notice)

  • Material Fees:

      • Laguna B-Mix 5 clay = $1.00 per pound

        • If you need to rent out a kiln, you may purchase firings upon request. These will need to be scheduled with the Studio Managers and/or Kiln Techs in advance.

        • Firing fees:

          • Bisque Δ08 – Δ1 = $20.00

            Glaze Δ2 – Δ6 = $30.00

            Lusters, metallics, decals etc. Δ020 – Δ09 = $15.00