The studio is partly open-air and partly un-insulated making it pretty chilly in the colder months.

Unless your clay experience is relatively recent and comprehensive you will need to take the intro series before attending open studio. Annie teaches intro at the same time as open studio occurs so that studio potters can help encourage and mentor new students.

The short answer is no. My pricing is set with the casual maker in mind. A potter accustomed to producing quickly on a large scale would be able to cause my immediate insolvency...there are also issues with storage and kiln space.

Wear layers if the weather is transitional, clothing that can (and will) get muddy. Clay and glaze wash out fine. We also have aprons available. Bring a water bottle or other beverage if you like, and insect repellent if you need a certain kind. We do have insect repellent spray and butane burner repellents as well. This information and more will be in your welcome email/PDF.

We have a partial basement in the house, but if storms are forecast we often cancel for that evening. Text, email, or message if you are wondering if class might be cancelled.

Yes. Check on costs at the time you are considering this.

Absolutely. We often have some available as well. Just as we tell younger students, “make good decisions” and drive safely!

We have a port-a-potty that we run as a composting toilet (reduced odor) down by the summer (clay) studio. If you just cannot do the potty thing, our home bathroom is available.

Each potter cleans and puts away the tools, plastic, textures, etc. used. Wheels are wiped down or clay pans taken off and sprayed out and replaced for the next group. We usually take turns sweeping. Clean up is from 8:30-8:45 after work time is over.