Standard Artist Residency + Ceramic Studio Add On

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ILWACO ARTWORKS COMMUNITY CLAY STUDIO

Our ceramics add-on option is available for artists who wish to work with clay during their artist residency. This add-on is specifically designed for experienced ceramic artists focusing solely on ceramics, as the studio is not equipped for multimedia projects. Ilwaco Artworks operates as a community ceramics space, so you will be working alongside other artists, students and members.

The fee includes access to the studio, equipment, tools, and glazes for the duration of your residency week. Clay must be purchased separately, or you can bring your own cone 6 clay with prior approval from our studio manager. To inquire about bringing your own clay or glazes, please email Hans at ilwacoartworks@gmail.com. To maintain a welcoming and functional environment for everyone, all artists are expected to thoroughly clean any tools, equipment, and workspaces they use during their time in the studio.

During your residency, you will have a dedicated storage shelf and access to:
The Studio during open studio hours
Basic tools
Aprons
Pottery wheels
Slab roller
Wedging table
Glazes

Firing Options:

  • Leave your work with us for bisque firing. You can arrange to pick it up later or have it shipped (shipping costs + $15 handling fee).
  • If you’d like us to clear glaze and fire your work to cone 6 consult with the studio manager for pricing.
  • Alternatively, you can take your work home as greenware. If transporting greenware, please bring a wet box.

Studio Hours:
Monday: 1 PM – 5 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 3 PM – 7 PM
Thursday: 1 PM – 5 PM
Friday: 1 PM – 5 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM

TOOLS IN THE STUDIO:

  • Basic handbuilding tools:
    • wire, needle and scoring tools
    • carving and trimming tools
    • wareboards (and bats)
  • Slab Roller (and rolling pins)
  • 5 electric wheels
  • Electric Skutt Model KMT model  21” diameter round
  • Cress FTX 28 Kiln
  • Selection of cone 6 glazes and underglazes
  • We also sell a variety of clays currently from Georgies and Tacoma Art Center
Who are you? What are you interested in as an artist?
Concise expository description of your project (2-5 sentences).
Please describe your genre or genres – use as many words as you’d like separated by commas.
Use this field if you have a specific place you’d like to request (ex: The Old Spartan).
Please bring blankets to cover beds and furniture.
Please note, residencies are Sunday (4:00p check-in) to Friday (11:00a check-out). Excluding holidays and peak periods.
One reduction of up to $50 per residency available per calendar year.