At Clay Space, we believe everyone is creative.
We envision a world where clay-making as a process, a craft and an artform is valued, elevated and accessible to everyone.
we grow
Classes
Our center includes a fully equipped ceramic teaching facility that provides and encourages those seeking to work with clay in a professional way as well as those who are just beginning to explore the medium.
Our instructors span the range of knowledge with expertise in areas of wheel throwing, hand building, sculpting, mold making, slip casting and glaze mixing.
we nurture
Membership
Clay Space, first and foremost, values community.
We do this through sharing space, materials, equipment, knowledge & supporting each other’s needs and endeavors that nurture the person as well as the profession. We welcome and support the diverse experiences each person brings.
Photo credit / Emma Stolarski
Services
Firing Services | Kiln rental
Firing Services
Current Clay Space Students
Our firing system for current students is a measure once (no stacked work), pay once, fire twice system. Students pa 6 cents per cubic inch and your firing receipt only needs to accompany your greenware submission. The glaze firing will not need to be measured or paid for, unless you are submitting a piece to refire. Always measure UP to the nearest 1/2”. Under measured work will be put onto the hospital shelf or you will be billed so we can load it. If you move into a membership or non-student category, please change your status in the system or email us to do so on your behalf.
Current Clay Space Members
Members pay for their firings at 3 cents per cubic inch for both bisque and glaze. Greenware can be safely stacked and the largest measurement will be the one you input. Always measure UP to the nearest 1/2”. Under measured work will be put onto the hospital shelf or you will be billed so we can load it. For a Rush Fee of +25% of the firing fee, we will guarantee your piece will be fired within 1 week. Make your request here.
Outside Firings
Clay Space offers firings for non-students/members at 8 cents per cubic inch per firing. If you are not using one of our approved clays or glazes, you must submit the materials you are using and receive approval before submitting your work. Please note: If you are using our studio glazes on your own clay, we cannot guarantee the fit of our glazes on any clay that has not been tested.) Once outside materials are approved
make an appointment to come in for an initial overview of our space and systems
create an account, measure your work at home following the measuring instructions on the outside firing page and pay
bring your work in at the scheduled time to submit work for firing. Take a picture of all the pieces you submit for future reference. All work must be signed for identification purposes.
Fill out the submission form that accompanies your work, put firing slips into each piece and place them on a tray with chips. Someone will accompany you to place your work on the shelves for the first time.
Turn around time is 2-3 weeks since we prioritize our students and members. For a Rush Fee of 2x the firing fee, we will guarantee your piece will be fired within 1 week. Submit this form and submit your pieces with a separate RUSH slip. Once your pieces are ready for pick up, come by during business hours of 10am-9pm, using the outside timeline to avoid coming in prematurely. You will find your pieces in the foyer cabinets. We will hold your pieces for 2 months, however, work left longer than necessary will run the risk of getting lost or damaged, so please pick up within a reasonable timeframe. Email info@clayspacebk.com with any questions.
Kiln Rentals
Individual kiln rental is available to members, but must be scheduled in advance by requesting here. Students and non-members from outside of the studio may be able to rent a kiln, but only on a case by case basis and if we have availability based on the current volume of member and student work.
To submit work for a kiln rental, you must first have your materials approved, then schedule a time to bring in and submit the work in person. Email info@clayspacebk.com to inquire.
“EZ” (L&L)
$140 bisque/$160 glaze for members
$280 bisque/$320 glaze for outside firing
7 cu ft
Inside measurement: diameter 21” x height 25”
“Art” & “Genie” (Cone Art)
$230 bisque/$250 glaze for members
$460 bisque/$500 glaze for outside firing
10 cu ft
Inside measurement: diameter 26” x height 25”
“Freddie” Front Loader Kiln (Fredrickson)
$460 bisque/$500 glaze for members
$920 bisque/$1000 glaze for outside
Inside measurement: width 24” x length 24” x height 48”
