Community Ceramics Studio
a studio membership for ceramics artists
The studio aims to foster a multicultural and inclusive community for ceramic artists in a calm, bright, and quiet, 6th floor space supporting a productive work environment. We prioritize a healthy, safe, and ergonomic workspace by supplying fresh clean air, dust extraction, and equipment to aid physically intensive processes.
Small Shelf
Approximately 24” W x 18” D x 18” H
$245/mo
Large Shelf
Approximately 48” W x 18” D x 18” H
$375/mo
Sculpture Station
Great for people looking to build tall and/or heavy sculptures
Approximately 24” x 24” x 24” cart with storage underneath for tools, maquettes, and clay.
$425/mo
Slip Casting Station
Approximately 36” W space with a work surface and 3 shelves.
$550/mo
Semi-Private Workspace
8’ x 8’ space with a shelving unit 7.5’ wide 7.5’ tall with 5 shelves and a table.
$795/mo
Large Semi-Private Workspace
8.5’ x 9.5’ space with a shelving unit 8’ wide 7.5’ tall with 5 shelves and a table.
$975/mo
Locker rental is also available as an add on for $15/month. Each locker is 12” W x 18” D x 34” H and locks are not provided.
shop equipment
Our state-of-the-art equipment offers access to a variety of processes, including wheel throwing, sculpture/hand-building, slip-casting, 3D printing, custom decal printing, electric, gas, and soon-to-come raku firings.
Sixty percent of the table heights and most equipment is installed to be accessible to users with wheelchairs. Our gas and electric kilns vary greatly in size and our facilities are conducive to both small- and large-scale work.
The Community Ceramics Studio is located on the 6th floor and is accessible via a hydraulic elevator from the lobby and a set of elevators from the 1st floor.
Please email ceramics@powerhousearts.org for further information regarding equipment and accessibility needs.
(20) Shimpo VL Whisper Wheels
(3) Accessible Brent Wheels
(2) CXC Brent Wheels
(4) Wedging Tables
(9) 4×4 Hand-building Tables (4 at an accessible height)
(1) 40” Wide Electric Slab Roller
(1) 30” Wide Manual Slab Roller
(1) 4” North Star Stainless Steel Extruder
(1) 6” North Star Stainless Steel Extruder
(4) Electric Kilns
Small Skutt 1022 – interior dimensions: 23”w x 23”h (5.3 cu.ft)
Med Skutt 1027- interior dimensions: 23”w x 27”h (7.0 cu ft.)
Lg Skutt 1627 – interior dimensions: 46”h x 31”h (18.5 cu ft.)
Lg Front loading Blaauw – interior dimensions: 54”h x 30”d x 30”w (21 cu ft.)
(2) Front Loading Gas Kilns – interior dimensions: 60”h x 67”d x 55”w (73 cu. ft.) -AND- 44”h x 47”d x 38”w (26 cu. ft.)
Slip Casting Table w/ Pump
Glazing Spray Booth
Compressed Air
Personal Cleaning Station (gentle vacuum for clothing and skin)
Access with studio tech assistance:
- Vibrating Mold Making Table
- Ceramic 3D Printer
- Ceramic Decal Printer
- Pugmill
Dover White Stoneware Slip
Laguna Very White Porcelain Slip
Miller Grolleg Porcelain WC-631
Miller Smooth White Clay WC-609
Miller B-Mix 5 Clay W/ Grog WC-436
Miller B-Mix 10
Standard Brooklyn Red 308
Miller Fine Spec Favorite WC-606
Miller MC16 Porcelain
Miller Sculpture Soldate 60 Clay WC-843
Standard Dark Brown W/ Grog 266G
Standard 108 Red Clay W/ Grog
firing options
Bisque: $0.03 per cubic inch
Oxidation: ∆ 6 $0.03 per cubic inch
Reduction: ∆ 10 (only) $0.03 per cubic inch
Oxidation
Small Round Kiln (21″ x 21″ x 19.75″ H) $122 per firing
Medium Round Kiln (21″ x 21″ x 24.5″ H) $143 per firing
Oval Kiln (46” L x 31” W x 24” H) $385 per firing
Front Loader (30″ W x 30″ D x 54″ H) $486 per firing
Reduction
Front Loader (67”D x 55”W x 60”H) $3,317 per firing
Front Loader (47”D x 38”W x 44”H) $1,179 per firing
visitor options
We provide options for visitors who are not Community Ceramics Studio members.
Those who drop-in are able to utilize equipment specific to their visit after a technician demonstrates proper use.
- Hourly drop-in rate: $30/hour
- Daily drop-in rate: $135/day
- Drop-in storage: $20/day for in progress work left onsite after using the facility. If work is ready for firing, there is no fee for storage.
- 1:1 hourly rate: $120/hour to work one on one with a studio fabricator or technician.
Technicians and fabricators can work with artists one on one by appointment to help with specific technical needs. For example, they can assist with glaze sampling, clay staining, firing schedule creation, etc.
Consultation – $120/hour
Get personalized guidance to prepare and refine your 3D models for ceramic printing. Whether optimizing geometry for clay extrusion or navigating slicing software, our experts ensure your design is print-ready.
Includes:
File cleanup and design optimization
Printer prep and slicing assistance
2-Hour Print Session – $240
Includes:
Smooth body stoneware clay
Tube preparation and printer setup
2 hours of stand-by technical support
Post-print breakdown and cleaning
Additional time available at $80/hour beyond the initial 2-hour session
- Monday – Friday, 9AM – 10PM
- Saturday – Sunday, 10AM – 8PM
- Closed Between 12/25 – 1/1 & Federal Holidays
frequently asked questions
Our technicians will be loading all the kilns, but members are welcome to observe. If a member would like to load their own work, they must arrange this with a studio technician to schedule a time.
No. Members do not have access to the raw materials in the glaze lab. Please speak to a tech about having glaze tests made.
Yes, you can use your own commercial glazes as long as you provide us with the firing information.
No, we do not make clay on premises.
Members can eat in the lobby, at the tables located outside the studio, or at the picnic tables behind the building. A microwave and water cooler are also available to members outside of the studio.
Powerhouse Arts is closed on federal holidays, as well as December 25 through January 1. There are limited access hours on December 24.
Yes, all equipment usage is available to members with proper training.
Yes, we offer a general orientation and more in-depth training sessions upon request
Yes, but all clays and glazes must first be approved by our technicians.
Yes. We are committed to creating an accessible environment.
Here's PHA's official policy.
Sixty percent of the table heights and most equipment is installed to be accessible to users with wheelchairs. Our gas and electric kilns vary greatly in size and our facilities are conducive to both small- and large-scale work.
The Community Ceramics Studio is located on the 6th floor and is accessible via a hydraulic elevator from the lobby and a set of elevators from the 1st floor.
Please email ceramics@powerhousearts.org for further information regarding equipment and accessibility needs.
join us
We welcome a diverse group of artists working independently in a variety of traditions and techniques.
