The Clay Center of New Orleans
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24/7 Access Studio membership


PictureOur new Member Studio (and our enlarged glaze room in the back)
Our new Member Studio is now open!

Our bigger, better Member Studio is now open! We knocked down the wall between our glaze room and an adjacent space to create a bright and airy studio where our members can work any time of day or night. This new studio has its own door so you can go between the member studio, glaze room, and kiln room even if there's a class in session. Join now!

This membership option includes:
  • 24/7 access to our main studio/classroom except during classes, workshops, or other scheduled events or closures.
  • 24/7 access to our new larger Member Studio, which is now connected to the main studio. The Member Studio is equipped with work tables, pottery wheels, a slab roller, and a wedging table.
  • A dedicated shelving unit for with 5 shelves in the Member Studio, just for you! Store your works-in-progress, tools, and clay all in one spot.
  • 10% off all Clay Center classes and workshops.
  • To check availability and learn more, click here.

Good to know
  • The $189 monthly fee will be charged automatically on the first of each month via a Stripe subscription payment.
  • If you're interested in saving on your membership, email us to learn about work-exchange opportunities.
  • Your Open Studio 24/7 membership can be canceled with at least one month's written notice sent to [email protected].
  • Because you will receive a key to the ArtEgg Studios building, this option requires a signed Membership Agreement, emergency contact information, and a copy or screenshot of your photo ID.
  • To check availability and learn more, click here.

Other Membership Perks
  • Sell your work in our studio sale events.
  • Participate in our annual studio-wide exhibition in the Clay Center gallery.
  • Tons of close free parking available, with no time limits.
  • Buy clay and other materials onsite.
  • Enjoy collaborative learning and making in a supportive, nurturing community.​
  • Experience creative cross-pollination with the broader clay community.

How to sign up
  • To check availability and make your first payment, please click here!
  • Starting with your second month of membership, the $189 monthly fee will be charged automatically on the first of each month via a Stripe subscription payment.
  • Want to a tour of the Clay Center before signing up? Email us and we'll set one up!


General Open Studio Info
  • Studio memberships and Open Studio are for individuals who already have some experience in clay and can work without direction or help. If you're a clay beginner, please consider signing up for one of our classes!
  • Open studio hours are also great for current students who want more studio time beyond their class hours.

Clay and Firing Info
  • Our standard cone 06 bisque and cone 6 glaze firings are included with your membership!
  • Clay is not included with your membership but you can purchase it onsite as needed or you can bring in your own. 
  • If you can't verify your clay body by the manufacturer's name or number, we'll need to test-fire a sample of it to cone 6.
  • Use of our studio glazes is included with your membership, but you can also bring in your own.
  • Clay or glazes brought in must be rated for firing to cones 5-6 (mid-range). 
  • To prevent contamination and accidental meltdowns, low-fire clay and glazes (cones 06-04) may not be used in the Clay Center studio.
  • Clay may be purchased during our Open Hours, or online for pickup at a later time. Check out our online store to see which clay bodies we currently have in stock.
  • Feel free to email us with any questions!

The Clay Center of New Orleans is supported in part by ArtEgg Studios and DONORS LIKE YOU!
To make a donation to the Clay Center, please click here. Thank you for your support!

  • About
    • Mission Statement
    • Governance
  • Calendar of Events
  • Exhibitions
    • Current and Upcoming Exhibitions
    • Shop Current Exhibition
    • Past Exhibitions
    • Calls for Entries
  • Studio & Classes
    • Classes & Workshops
    • Request a group lesson
    • Studio Memberships >
      • 24/7 Access studio membership
      • Studio rental + membership
    • Open Studio >
      • Weekly Open Studio slots
      • Drop-In Open Studio Sessions
    • Kiln Firing Services
  • Shop Online
    • Clay & Supplies
    • Exhibition Artwork
    • Gift Cards
  • Support Us
  • Contact us
    • Visit us