A Member-Sustained Creative Space

Welcome to Mission in Arts Clay Studio. We are located in the Olde Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia. We are a member-sustained community workspace! By becoming a member at our clay studio, you’ll also be supporting our mission to keep art accessible, and bring opportunities to artists throughout the community.

Our studio is designed for artists and makers who have a fundamental knowledge of process and practice and who need little to no direction. You’ll find the full list of member benefits, equipment list and application below.

Member Benefits

Flexible Access

Enjoy key holder status with 24/7 studio access, plus our private patio and kitchenette.

Professional Equipment

8 wheels, slab roller, extruder, workbenches, wareboards, bats, hand tools and molds.

Kiln Firing

Bisque and glaze firing included. Two 27″ electric kilns firing up to cone 6.

Storage Space

2’x2.5′ Member storage shelf + Shared overflow

Glaze

Explore our range of studio glazes, underglazes, and wax resist.

Clay

We’re a three–clay body studio, with approved clay available for purchase on site.

Ready to apply?

$120/mo

• 3-month commitment (billed monthly)
• 25 lbs of clay for new members
• Personal shelf space for your work

Application below!

Clay Studio Application

Upon receiving your application we will be in touch to setup a studio visit! We look forward to meeting you.

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Name(Required)
What's your experience level? (Not a perquisite for membership)(Required)
If you answered that you have some experience, tell us about it!
Have you ever worked in a shared studio space?(Required)
Can you operate a pottery wheel without guidance?(Required)
Do you have experience with an extruder?(Required)
Do you have experience with a slab roller?(Required)
Which days would you most likely be interested in studio hours?
How frequently do you think you will utilize the studio?(Required)