clay club membership
flexible access
- clay club session Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
- bookable sessions:
- monday: 9am–1pm, 1pm–5pm, 5pm–9pm
- thursday: 9am–1pm, 1pm–5pm, 5pm–9pm
- friday: 9am–1pm, 1pm–5pm
- saturday: 9am–1pm
- book up to 3 sessions per week (maximum 12 hours)
fully equipped studio
- 8 pottery wheels
- hand-building and throwing tools
- slab roller
generous storage
- dedicated personal shelf for your work
- space to bring in your own tools and printing materials
clay & materials
- high-quality stoneware and white stoneware available for purchase
- all clay must be supplied or recommended by Lovebird Studios to ensure kiln compatibility
- a selection of coloured slips provided
- we manage all clay recycling so you can focus on making
glazing
- use of studio and household glazes included
- wide range of underglazes available
- oxides also provided for experimentation
- all materials and glazes must be tested before use on your own pieces
firing charges
- firing is charged separately, based on weight at the leather-hard stage
- rates: £1 per 100g (stoneware) and £1.05 per 100g (white stoneware)
- you only pay for finished pieces that are trimmed, completed, and ready for firing
- re-firings are charged at 81p per 100g
- only Lovebird Studios technicians and staff are permitted to operate the kilns
support & guidance
- onsite technical advice available
- a welcoming community of makers to connect with
showcase opportunities
- Opportunity to exhibit your work in two annual shows
getting started
- membership begins on the day you sign up
- purchase your first session with your membership
- your first visit includes a 15-minute induction and orientation
- we’ll be on close call throughout your first session in case you have any questions
whether you’re building your skills or exploring new techniques, The Clay Club at Lovebird Studios provides the ideal space to support your creative journey.