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OUR STORY
The Clay Studio Collective began in 2023 by an enthusiastic group of potters to keep the legacy of the ceramic arts thriving in our community. We built a fully-functioning pottery studio in Athens, Ontario, to share ideas, resources and offer support and outreach opportunities with others who also love clay.
In June of that same year, St Lawrence College Brockville and Friends of Pottery made a generous donation of ceramic equipment to our studio, which included 8 wheels, 1 electric kiln and a slab roller.
After an overwhelming amount of additional support from our founding members, students, local businesses, and community members, we raised enough funds to finish our renovations.
We officially opened to the public on November 5, 2023, offering full studio access to members and hosting classes!
We are very fortunate to share our studio with Krista Cameron Pottery who provides on-site pottery classes.
Photography by Mud Shot Studios
FACILITIES
We offer everything clay artists and hobbyists need to realize their vision, projects, and goals in clay. Our facilities can accommodate many potters at a time, to work, play, teach, and learn in a supportive community environment.
Students and members have access to:
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10 Electric Wheels (5 ergonomic standing, 5 sitting)
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1 Slab Roller
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Wall Extruder
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3 Electric-Digital Kilns
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Glaze Kitchen & Equipment
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Unlimited Studio Glazes (20+)
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Studio Sinks with Clay Traps
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Clay & Glaze Recycling System
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Wedging Table, Scales and Wareboards
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Shelving (for Greenware, Bisque & Glaze)
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Personal Storage Cubbies
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Handbuilding Centre, Turntables
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Community Tool Shelf
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Giffin Grips & Bats
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Library (Ceramic History, Clay Resources & Archival Journals)
OUR TEAM
Did you know? The Clay Studio Collective is run by clay-loving volunteers!
Our Executive Board and Committee Members are a passionate group of potters, bringing their talents to keep our studio running smoothly for members and students. We couldn't do it without them!
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MISSION, VALUE & VISION
Our Mission: To provide a safe, open, and creative environment for established and future potters to share, learn and develop pottery skills.
Our Values: The CSC is a community-based organization with a focus on cooperation and respect. We value friendship, honesty, integrity, kindness, generosity, and confidence.
Our Vision: The art of ceramics is a lifelong practice that has helped us build a strong community over the years. We want to continue to nurture and share this with our community.
We welcome everyone to our space!
