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Ceramic Studio

Welcome to the Ceramics Studio in Artica

Ceramic Membership Information

Winter 2026 Membership applications are now closed. Please click the link below to request a new or returning membership for Spring 2026 (March 31 – June 11, 2026). Application responses will go out the week of February 16, 2026.

Ceramic Membership Fees

2026 Membership
Spring 2026 Membership March 31 - June 11, 2026
NU - Affiliate $175
NON - NU Affiliate $185

Late Night Member-Only Sessions

Hours
Winter 2026 March 6 5:00 - 10:00pm
Clay Fees
Clay Fees
Clay Body (White, or Brown Stoneware) $3/lb, $20/12.5lbs, $35/25lbs
Specialty Clay (Dark Brown, Speckled Brown, Porcelain) $4/lb, $25/12.5 lbs, $45/25lbs
Bulk Clay $45
In-House Reclaim $2/lb

Membership Perks

  • 25 lbs of clay- (brown/white/reclaim) (Porcelain, Dark Brown, and Speckled Brown are available at an extra cost)
  • Use of tools and other equipment within the studio
  • Shelf and locker space
  • Glazes and firings
  • Extended work hours during open studio hours
  • Special late-night member sessions available Fall/Winter/Spring each year

Supplies Include

  • 25 lbs of brown, white, or reclaim clay- additional fee for Porcelain, Speckled and Dark Brown Clay
  • Glazes and Firing 
  • Use of tools and other equipment
  • Locker and shelf space
  • Access during posted Open Studio hours
  • Free Artica tote bag

Membership Requirements

  • 1-2 years of ceramic experience to receive membership approval. Please fill out the New & Returning Member Form.
  • Please note- space is limited and assigned as it comes available per quarter
  • No refunds once membership is approved and paid.
  • The Ceramic Studio reserves the right to cancel membership to those who do not follow studio policies and procedures.

Open Studio hours are during Artica business hours when there are no Mini Courses or Workshops.  Check the current schedule posted in the Studio or on Artica's landing page.

Interested in a Ceramics Membership?

If you are a returning member or interested in becoming a new member, please fill out our Ceramics Membership Form. Once reviewed, the ceramics studio staff will follow up with you about one month before the start of the season you applied for. 

For more information for upcoming membership details and registration, please see the schedule here.

Other Ceramics Opportunities

Are you a ceramics beginner? Sign up for an upcoming ceramics Mini Course!

Find more information on the Mini Courses page.

Questions or inquiries? Email us at articastudios@u.northwestern.edu