Guidelines, policies and FAQs

Studio Guidelines

  • It is the student’s responsibility to arrive on time for any workshop or event. Arrive no more than 5 minutes before your scheduled time. Punctuality is a show of respect to fellow students and the instructor.

  • During class, keep the table free of personal objects such as phones, water bottles and bags so everyone can work comfortably.

  • Sign all of your pieces at the bottom to avoid confusion.

  • All glazes and unfinished pieces must remain at the studio/be finished at the studio.

  • Pottery can be messy, cleaning is part of the experience. We’ll start tidying up 15 minutes before the end of every workshop.

  • Students must step onto the balcony when sanding any piece.

  • When picking up your pieces, bring bubble wrap and bags/boxes to protect and transport your pieces.

  • I will do my best to take care of your creations, however, due to the delicate nature of the ceramic process, I cannot guarantee that all pieces will survive.

Policies

  • If you are unable to attend the workshop or event on the scheduled date, please let me know at least two weeks in advance so we can reschedule your workshop at no extra cost. This is important because I need enough time to find another participant to take your place.

  • If you need to cancel with less than 14 days' notice, unfortunately, I won't be able to reschedule or refund your workshop. In that case, I suggest trying to find someone else to take your spot.

  • Make-up classes are available at no extra cost only if there are open spots in other groups and the request is made at least one week in advance. If there are no open spots in a different group, a make-up class can be scheduled for $30.

  • I do my best to accommodate my students when make-up classes are needed, but in some cases, it is not possible due to the workload at the studio and firing schedule.

  • Please keep an eye on my Instagram stories, as that's where I post announcements when the pieces are ready for pickup. I try to keep my prices accessible so there are certain commodities I don’t offer (for now) and one is sending each student a notification email when their pieces are ready.

  • I have a small studio and limited space. I will keep your finished pieces for 6 weeks, after that, I will donate or give them to adoption but I will always reach out to you before doing so.

 FAQs

  • We are located in the heart of Bloor West Village, two blocks from Jane Station.

  • We provide everything you need in tools and materials. We suggest that you dress for mess. Although the mud is washable, you can bring an apron or old shirt to protect your clothes. Bringing short nails is strongly recommended.

  • All of your creations must stay at the studio until they're finished. Once they are ready, I will let you know and you can pick up your pieces. Usually, it takes from 2-5 weeks after the workshop is over.

  • If you need to cancel a workshop, we encourage you to find a friend to take your spot (this does not apply to courses that have already begun). You can read our policies here.

  • For the safety and well-being of our business, we exclusively use the clay provided at the studio.

  • Pottery tools and materials are expensive, and the process of creating a final piece is lengthy and complex. However, because I live and work in the same space, I am able to keep prices more accessible than if I were paying rent for both a commercial space and an apartment.

    There are also commodities that I don't offer, such as sending individual emails to inform students that their pieces are ready. Instead, I make general announcements through Instagram.

  • A pottery piece needs to be fired in a special oven twice. The first firing is done after the piece is completely dry. After the first firing, the piece can be painted / glazed before undergoing the second firing. The entire process typically takes between 2 and 5 weeks for completion.

  • I make the announcements through my instagram stories. Make sure to follow me and activate my notifications directly from my profile.

    Learn how to do so here.

    Feel free to text me or DM me anytime to inquire about your pieces.