Studio Membership
Annual Fee: $325
(plus a one-time key deposit of $25, refundable when you relinquish your membership)
The Pine Tree Potters' Guild is a member-run, not-for-profit organization. People who become Studio Members will have taken several classes at Pine Tree or a similar pottery studio, are able to work independently, and are committed to carrying out their required duties to ensure the studio runs smoothly.
As a Studio Member, you:
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will have full access to the studio facilities 24/7, except during scheduled classes, with occasional closures for workshops or other events
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will have your own storage cubby for your tools, clay, etc.
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will be assigned to a kiln or glaze team and must be available and perform the duties required
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must perform regularly scheduled cleaning duties (floors or surfaces)
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must sign up for an additional Spring Cleaning duty
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may participate* in Guild sales (spring and fall, juried) and exhibitions
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must work at least one shift at a sale (spring or fall) even if you don't participate in the sale
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agree to attend 4 of the 8 monthly meetings (September to November, January to May, usually the 1st Monday of the month)
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may participate in Raku* and potluck events
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will receive monthly newsletters by email
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will receive a discount on in-Guild classes
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may take advantage of workshops* organized by the Guild
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may have a page in the Gallery on the Guild's website
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are eligible to apply for Associate Membership after having been a working Studio Member for several years and having made significant contributions to the Guild during that time. Associate Membership is a privilege, subject to availability and approval by the Board.
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* additional fees apply
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NOTE: Membership performance is reviewed annually and membership renewal will be denied if a Studio Member fails to fulfill their responsibilities as outlined above. If you are unavailable during your assigned kiln/glaze or cleaning week, you are obligated to find another studio member to take your place or swap weeks with you. Should you choose to cancel your membership before the year ends, your membership fee is non-refundable.
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Wait List Request: There are generally more people interested in being studio members than we have spaces so we maintain a Wait List. If you have some pottery experience (have taken several classes at Pine Tree or similar studio), are able to work independently, and can commit to the responsibilities listed above, you may submit a Request to be added to the Wait List. Note that it could be a couple of years before your name reaches the top of the list and Aurora residents are given preference.
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For additional information, please contact: