Question 1

What are the studios hours?

Accepted Answer

We are a 24 hour private studio. If you are interested in checking out the facility, please email us at info@ohanaceramics.com and we'll schedule a tour.

Those that are taking a class or have a membership will have personal access codes to enjoy the facility on their own schedule.

Question 2

Do you sell clay?

Accepted Answer

We do! We currently offer Archie Bray's Wally's Blush Stoneware to our students and members and we will be supplying more clay bodies in the future. Members are also welcome to bring in their own Cone 6 clays.

Question 3

Do you do outside firing?

Accepted Answer

We do not offer public outside firings. However, members and students are welcome to continue their work at home and bring their work back for firing!

Question 4

What temperatures do you fire at?

Accepted Answer

We run our bisque kiln at Cone 04 and our glaze kiln at Cone 6. Specialty firing opportunities will be available to members soon!

Question 5

When can students and members come to the studio?

Accepted Answer

Students receive 24/7 access to the studio after their first class! The classroom wheels and hand building tables will only be closed during instruction.

Members get 24/7 access as well and have their own wheels and hand building tables, so they don't have to worry about ongoing classes!

Question 6

Is there an age limit for classes and workshops?

Accepted Answer

Our classes and workshops are 16+.
To inquire about exceptions, please reach out to us at info@ohanaceramics.com

Question 7

I've applied for a membership, now what?

Accepted Answer

After filling out the membership application form, we will get back to you ASAP. If there is space for new members, and you have the necessary clay experience, we will reach out to schedule an orientation and start your membership!

Question 8

Is firing included in the membership?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Your membership includes unlimited access to our glazes, underglazes and kiln space.

We do not have the ability to support production potters, please see our Terms and Conditions for specifics.

Question 9

As a member, can I bring a friend?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Members are allowed to purchase guest passes and bring their friends and family to the studio. We will go over more specifics with you at your membership orientation.

Question 10

Do you have any work-trade opportunities?

Accepted Answer

If you are interested in becoming a studio tech or instructor, please reach out to us at info@ohanaceramics.com

Question 11

I just finished a workshop. When will my pots be ready?

Accepted Answer

Typically, it will take 3 - 5 weeks for your pots to go through both kilns and be ready for pick-up. However, exact times will depend on the kiln's schedule.

Question 12

What is your return policy?

Accepted Answer

Workshops are non-refundable. However, if notice is given 7 days prior, we will reschedule you to another date in the future.

Classes are refundable up to 48 hours prior to the first class. Due to processing fees, 3% of your refund is withheld for payment processing.

Membership subscriptions are non-refundable.

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