Studio protocols and safety
Glazing:
- All pieces need to be wiped or clear of glaze at least 1/4” from the bottom
- Be careful to avoid contamination between 2 glazes
- If overlapping glazes, please keep second coat above the midway line to account for glaze running
- All pieces that entre the kiln room must be checked by the teacher or supervisor
- Any damage to kiln shelves, because of your work, will result in a 30$ damage fee charge.
- Avoid sanding bisqueware. If needed, dampen the piece and sand outside or over the sinks with wet sandpaper.
- Avoid creating clay and glaze dust. No blowing on pieces.
- Students and members are responsible for the cleanliness of their workspace. Please leave it as you found it.
- wipe down table with wet sponge
- mop floor around wheel/work area
- wash any tools and equipment used and put them away
- wash and dry any plastic or tiles
- Clean up on time as there is usually a class or workshop afterwards.
- Each student/member receives 1 shelf per session only. Please manage the space accordingly.
- Please wear indoor shoes in the winter months
- Do not show up if you have symptoms related to Covid-19: difficulty breathing, fever, cough, sudden loss of smell.
- Clean your hands with hand sanitizer when entering the studio.
- Keep the 1-2m distance at all times.
- Each person will have their tools and their surface on the table. Use only the tools and surfaces provided to you.
- When you are finished, thoroughly clean and disinfect the tools and equipment you used during the course.
- As of Saturday, May 14th, 2022 masks are optional to wear in the studio