Vancouver Pottery Membership

Two members working on their Vancouver ceramics projects at a bright, spacious pottery studio. One member is focused on shaping clay while the other organizes pieces, with natural light streaming in through large windows. The studio is equipped with ample workspace and tools, creating an inviting environment for Vancouver pottery enthusiasts.

Membership Eligibility

To join our Vancouver ceramics studio, you need to meet the following requirements:

  1. Complete an 8-Week Course with Us

    OR

  2. Have External Experience

  3. Complete a Studio Orientation

View our Drop-In and Glaze Workshop schedule here.

Membership Details

Drop-Ins

  • A 3-hour, self-directed practice available to:
    • Studio members with active recurring memberships.
    • Students currently enrolled in a course.

Why Choose Our Studio?

Located in the heart of Mount Pleasant, our Vancouver pottery studio is just:

  • A 5-minute walk from the Canada Line.
  • A 5-minute walk to West 2nd.
  • A 10-minute walk to Main St.

Community Clay is an artist run studio by Gabrielle Burke (me!) I have chosen our location to ensure safety for all members, especially women, walking to the studio at any time.

Studio Highlights:

  • 4,050 sq. ft. of wheelchair-accessible space.
  • Plenty of natural light from large windows.
  • Equipment: slab roller, extruder, glaze booth (available upon request).
  • Spacious wheel setup for recording or comfortable work.
  • Kiln firing 2–5 times per week, depending on demand.

If you have specific accessibility needs, email me at studio@communityclay.ca.

Follow our Instagram for member work, glaze options, and a glimpse of our studio!

Inclusive Pricing

I believe in making Vancouver ceramics accessible to everyone. To keep costs low:

  • Firing and glazing are charged separately based on your needs.
  • No limit on the number of pieces you can make—pay for what you use!

Membership Options- 

Memberships are billed monthly with automatic renewal, with a three month initial commitment. After the initial 3 months, please email with one month's notice to cancel. You may upgrade an Add On anytime. If you Volunteer with us you'll get extra perks like increased access outside of open hours, free firing and Drop In's!

Base Membership – $95/month + tax

  • 3 Drop-Ins included; additional Drop-Ins are $25 each.
  • 24" x 18" shelf space.

Unlimited Add On– $50/month + tax

  • Unlimited Drop-Ins for those honing their skills.
  • First come, first serve parking pass for ongoing Add On. (Pleased note there is a 2-3 weeks processing time for the pass.)

Plus Add On – $50/month + tax

  • Additional 24" x 18" shelf space.
  • First come, first serve parking pass for ongoing Add On. (Pleased note there is a 2-3 weeks processing time for the pass.)

Gold Membership – $295/month + tax

  • 2 large 48" x 18" shelves.
  • Bring outside clay with approval.
  • Unlimited Drop-Ins with kiln priority.
  • First come, first serve parking pass for ongoing Add On. (Pleased note there is a 2-3 weeks processing time for the pass.)

Firing & Glazing Policies

  • Glazing is not permitted during Drop-Ins; must be done in Glaze Workshops (extra fee).
  • Test your skills in a Glaze Workshop to gain approval for self-guided glazing.
  • Firing cost is based on wareboard size (approx. 3" tall).

Production Potters Welcome! Email studio@communityclay.ca with your storage, firing, and access requirements.