Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to be a member to join classes?
Our classes are limited to a maximum number of spaces at our studios and typically fill each term. There are occasions where teachers will allow casual attendees. For example, if a student is on holidays. You can request to be on a casual waitlist with your preferred teacher and class time by contacting them directly – see our ‘classes’ page for the contact form.
Can I join classes on a casual basis?
Our classes are limited to a maximum number of spaces at our studios and typically fill each term. There are occasions where teachers allow casual attendees. For example, if a student is on holidays. You can request to be on a casual waitlist with your preferred teacher and class time by contacting them directly – see our ‘classes’ page for the teachers contact form.
What happens if I have paid and then change my mind?
We do not refund payments if you change your mind however, this depends on the period of notice provided. Please review our cancellation and refund policy for details about the circumstances in which refunds apply.
Can I just buy clay?
The Association does not sell pottery supplies to the general public. Clay and materials are for students only.
Do you have a firing service?
We do not have a community firing service. We have 4 student kilns and 4 members kilns which are available to full members that have met the key holder and kiln accreditation requirements.
What happens to my work if I don't come back to finish it?
All student work is to be collected at the end of term. Teachers arrange a pick-up day during the school holidays for any work that might have been in the kilns at the end of term. Pieces that are not picked up prior to class commencing the following term, are usually thrown away as we do not have the space to store student work.
What is membership?
Full members pay an annual fee (pro rata to 30th June) which is renewed each year. There are many benefits to becoming a member. Please review our Join page for more details.