Membership is for people who want clay to become part of their regular rhythm.
Many people arrive through a course, unsure how much space pottery will take in their lives. Over time, some of them find they want a place to keep returning to - where work can develop slowly, questions can be followed, and familiarity builds confidence. Membership exists for that stage.
It offers ongoing access to a fully equipped, specialist-led studio - a place to settle into, where your work evolves alongside other makers and the everyday life of the studio.
Membership tends to suit people who:
→ want the freedom to work at their own pace
→ value clear systems and well-managed resources
→ enjoy working alongside others in a calm, focused environment
→ are ready to take responsibility for their own tools, work in progress and use of time
If you’re looking for occasional access, a course or workshop is often a better beginning. Courses offer the same supportive atmosphere, with materials, glazing and firing all managed as part of the programme.
Membership is a longer-term commitment - to your own development, to shared stewardship of the space, and to sustaining the studio as a place people can continue to arrive and return to.
"I’ve been a member here for over two years and have taken classes prior to that. The community here is fantastic, there is always so much going on with people with a spectrum of skills making pots of all sorts of shapes and sizes. The equipment available is ideal for whatever it is you’re looking to make and the team are really helpful with any questions or support. I am really looking forward to my future time here."
— Eden R
Lite membership suits people beginning with clay, working mainly from home, or returning after outgrowing the space they need in the studio but still wanting access to specialist knowledge. It offers flexible studio use for practice and testing ideas, with work taken away the same day. Lite members are part of the wider studio life, with access to inductions, Foundations for Members, Glaze Club, exhibitions and markets. A gentle way in - and a way to stay connected.
Starter membership suits people who’ve begun to find their rhythm and want more time in the studio. With 20 hours per month and one storage tag, you can keep work in progress on site and start building momentum. It’s a flexible step that offers room to develop without overcommitting. Includes access to inductions, Foundations for Members, Glaze Club, exhibitions, markets, and the wider studio life.
Studio membership suits people visiting regularly - for full days or several sessions a week - and managing multiple pieces at once. With unlimited access and two storage tags, there’s space for active work and essential tools. Designed to support a consistent practice with practical flexibility. Includes access to inductions, Foundations for Members, Glaze Club, exhibitions, markets and the wider studio life.
Studio Plus membership suits people making regularly for sale, preparing for markets or exhibitions. With unlimited access and five storage tags, there’s room to produce more while staying organised. Firing remains subject to fair use. Includes access to inductions, Foundations for Members, Glaze Club, events and the wider studio life. Please speak to us as your needs grow.
Membership benefits:
Membership gives you access to the tools, space and shared life of the studio.
Studio & equipment access
Bookable access to the studio and equipment, including 19 wheels, a large North Star slab roller (70 × 120 cm), a Gladstone extruder, and custom-built workbenches and storage.
House glazes
Use of ten stoneware dipping glazes - five permanent and five rotating experimental glazes.
Glaze Club
Access to regular Glaze Club sessions, where you continue developing and testing glazes, share methods, and work through results together. Raw materials and supplies are available on a pay-as-you-go basis.
Clay Social
Book a session and bring friends or family to work on personal projects together in a relaxed, self-directed setting.
Centralised clay reclaim
Clay is reclaimed, conditioned and prepared by the studio team, so it’s always ready to use - saving time and effort.
Support & inductions
Access to Foundations for Members sessions, essential equipment inductions and studio orientation, with support available as your work develops.
Public opportunities
Opportunities to show work in exhibitions or sell through the studio’s quarterly makers’ markets.
Firing & clay (pay-as-you-go)
Firings and clay are charged on a pay-as-you-go basis for members, so your costs reflect how and how much you work. This keeps things flexible and fair, and allows you to scale your making over time.
If you have any questions before joining, you’re welcome to get in touch at hello@sunknestudio.co.uk, or book a free Studio Tour.
For practical details - from access times to firing costs and support - the Membership Terms & Conditions are a helpful place to start.
*Glaze Club requires completion of Make a Glaze.
**Storage-tags offer a versatile way to label and activate your allocated storage space. Each tag represents approximately 30 litres of storage capacity, simplifying organisation for members.
