As an Affiliate you receive

• Storage: 12” x 12” personal cubby for tools and a shelf for work in progress.

• Equipment & Tools: Access to wheels, extruder, slab roller, spray booth, studio glazes, and shared hand tools.

• Firings: calendared with class bisque (Cone 06) and glaze (Cone 6) firings; These are listed on our in-house calendar. High-volume projects may require your assistance or additional fees.

• Studio Access:
  24/7 access to the basement space; the main classroom is available during open studio hours. Access to the main classroom is limited during studio breaks.

• Required Use of Clay Q&A: This is our communication hub! It hosts informational articles, videos, and Q&A feed.

• Community: Connect with a vibrant clay community, with optional participation in exhibitions and sales:

  • Community Cup Showcase (June, Jellyfish Brewing Co.)

  • Holiday Show & Sale (December, Rain City Clay)

Requirements for participation

• Clay Experience: You will get the most out of this offering if you have had several ceramics classes.

• Independent Work: This program is self-directed; staff are available for basic questions 9am–5pm. If you would like to gain skills or need hands-on help, individual lessons may be purchased and arranged.

• Studio Practices: Must use in-house clay (including firings and glazes), keep projects under 15”, follow safety and community guidelines, and maintain clean-up habits.

• Community: Foster a welcoming environment for fellow artists.

• Communication: Actively participate in Clay Q&A for updates, questions, and sharing successes. This platform is where everyone may ask questions, communicate challenges, or celebrate success! All studio communication about kilns and studio flow are here.

FEES

• $75 Initial Set up Fee (paid on website)

• $185 Monthly Payment ($210 if you would like an extra storage cubby)

  • Payments are automatically withdrawn monthly on the date of your initial online registration.

  • Your timely payment holds your access to the studio and RCC Affiliate benefits.

  • You must give 5 days’ notice to cancel before a monthly renewal.

  • There are no refunds or prorations if you have paid for a month.
    Cancel before your automatic payment if you want to stop your participation at RCC.

  • We reserve the right to change Affiliate access or fees as needed, with notice.

• $75 Re-Set-Up Fee

  • If your recurring payment is canceled due to insufficient funds, or an expired or declined card, you will have to pay the setup fee again to retain your spot.

  • We do not pause recurring payments. If you would like to cancel your spot , you may do so, but you will need to pay the setup fee to restart as an Affiliate at RCC.