DOCUMENTS

MEMBERSHIP:

In applying for membership in the Studio, every applicant shall agree to follow the Studio

“Rules, Regulations and Guidelines”, as well as the Clay Studio “ByLaws”.

Admission to the Studio shall be limited to GVR members in good standing.

New applicants

must first take an “Introduction” class thru GVR.

(*See “New Member Policy”)

CLAY, PAINTS/GLAZES AND TOOLS:

Any clay or glaze used by a Studio member, must be Studio issued or have been

approved by the Board.

All stocked paints, tools and usual supplies can be purchased from the Studio at prices

determined by the Board.

(*See “ByLaws”)

WORK IN PROGRESS:

DO NOT REMOVE DRYING RACKS OR BOARDS FROM THE STUDIO.

Identify your piece

with your name or personal logo.

NO PIECE WILL BE FIRED WITHOUT THIS.

Also label the

drying board with your name, and date the board is put on the shelf to rest or dry.

Use

masking tape.

Place your piece on shelf

appropriate to the size, leave tall shelves for

tall pieces.

Remove tape when finished using the board, and return the board to the proper

storage area. Do not place pieces to dry at the front or back entrances. Exterior work drying

space is provided on the North Patio.

Glazing is to be done only on the formica top tables provided in the glaze area. This includes

undercoats, topcoats, oxides and paint. Always protect the surface with newspaper prior to

beginning.

DO NOT

wash clay scraps down the sink drains, it clogs the pipes.

Place excess scraps in

the trash baskets.

SANDING:

NO DRY SANDING IS ALLOWED IN THE STUDIO.

Sanding may be done on the north patio

area in space provided, or taken home. Damp (leatherhard) sanding is permitted.

FIRING:

Prepaid firing charges apply to bisque, low-fire, high-fire and raku firings at rates determined

by the Board. Low and high fire glazes are provided by the Studio

and glaze firing pays the

Studio’s cost for the purchase of these glazes. Therefore, all Studio glazes used by

the members must be paid for at the posted “glaze firing” rate

even if they are not

fired in the Studio.

(*See “Glaze Guidelines”)

ALL GLAZED PIECES MUST HAVE A SHARD UNDER THEM OF THE SAME WIDTH AS THE

PIECE WHEN MEASURED.

Under-glazes on greenware will be charged at bisque rate.

RAKU FIRED PIECES ARE LIMITED TO 5 LBS.

All pieces must have a color code firing slip from the Monitor. Carry your own piece

to be measured and to the proper firing shelf.

In the busy season, any piece left in the holding room for more than two weeks after

it has been fired, will be removed and placed in an unsecured location in the Raku

area. Then, after 30 days, unidentified/unclaimed pieces will be considered

abandoned and may be used for a donation or discarded. If illness or an emergency

arises and you cannot claim your piece, notify a Studio Monitor.

CLEAN UP:

Clean each piece of equipment you have used to complete your masterpiece. Wipe the work

table with a clean wet sponge, then dry with a paper towel.

DO NOT SWEEP OR BRUSH DRY

CLAY.

Cleaning tools (brushes, rags, etc.) are provided for your use to keep the Studio

clean. Rinse sponges after using.

When glazing, cover the designated formica table with newspaper, and please

wipe bottle lid

and rim, and replace it in the correct place on the shelf.

(*See Glaze Guidelines)

WORK/STORAGE SPACE:

CLAY MUST BE IDENTIFIED WITH THE OWNER’S NAME AND MAY BE LEFT IN THE

STUDIO, STORED UNDER THE TABLES OR DESIGNATED SHELVES.

BECAUSE OF LACK

OF STORAGE SPACE, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT MUST BE TAKEN HOME.

Storage space at the tables is for the use of active members.

When a member is not

using the Studio on a regular schedule, the member is requested to take clay home.

All Studio work space and equipment shall be available on a first come first use basis, except

where space or equipment is allocated for classes.

Courtesy is to be extended by all members to all members to provide equitable use of all

space and equipment. Therefore space and equipment cannot be reserved for personal use.

ORIENTATION: (*Required in the “ByLaws”)
Orientation is ongoing and includes, but is not limited to, the following:
1. Attending “Introduction to Clay” class thru GVR
2. Enrolling in classes
3. Monitor training and serving as monitor
4. Working with experienced member
5. Serving on committees
6. Keeping up with “Rules and Regulations”
7. Reading posted materials
8. Instruction on mechanical equipment

SALES AND DISPLAY:

Artists have the right to sell their own, original works of art, but the making of

multiple copies for commercial purposes in the Studio is prohibited by GVR.

Sales of an artist’s work which is made in the Studio, may be sold privately, through

window display, or through GVR sponsored events/shows only. Artists may display

their work “Not for Sale”.

(*See Window Sale Procedure).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Studio “Rules and Regulations”, as determined by the Bylaws or the Board of Directors, shall

be observed by all members.

ALL MEMBERS ARE EXPECTED TO PERFORM MONITOR DUTIES UNLESS ACTIVE ON A

COMMITTEE, OR A BOARD MEMBER. EACH CLUB MEMBER IS REQUIRED TO

VOLUNTEER A MINIMUM OF FOUR (4) HOURS PER MONTH.

THE STUDIO CANNOT BE OPEN UNLESS THERE IS A MONITOR ON DUTY.

(*See “Volunteer Duties”)

REFRIGERATOR:

A refrigerator has been provided for member convenience.

ALL FOOD must be removed at

the end of the day.

No food storage is allowed in the cupboards.

BOARD MEETINGS:

Board meetings are held the second Friday of each month. Meetings are open to all members

who wish to go and observe.

Members wishing to speak at a Board Meeting regarding a particular subject, should advise

the President one week prior to the meeting in order that this may be added to the planned

agenda.

GUESTS:

Guests of a Clay Studio member may use the Studio if accompanied by the Clay

Studio member. The guest must live at least 20 miles outside Green Valley.

There is

no charge for the guest of a Clay studio member.

The Studio shall not be held liable for damage to or loss of any tools, equipment,

clothing,

material or other articles owned by the member while in the Studio.

NEVER TOUCH ANOTHER ARTIST’S WORK WITHOUT PERMISSION!

*All policies and procedures relating to Studio use, are located in the

“Monitor’s Guidelines” at the Monitor desk.

AG/June 30, 2005