If you are interested in joining as a member please email hello@openartspace.org and we will add you to our waiting list.
What's included in membership?
We provide the equipment and support for our members to experiment and shape their own learning journey, and anyone can join as a member.
Membership includes the use of all tools and equipment, including: large benches, a slab roller, Shimpo wheels and a wide range of tools for building and the wheel.
Materials are available to use during sessions and are charged after firing; we have two colours of Potclays 'special' stoneware clay and a large range of glazes. Materials and firing is charged at £1.10 per 100grams, the price includes the bisque and glost firing (you can see our range of clay and glazes on our instagram feed).
Membership options
Flexible membership
Monthly fee of £11 - £32 dependent on income **
£4 per hour
Access during staffed hours only
Storage for work in progress
Regular membership
Monthly fee of £59 - £80 dependent on income **
16 hours per month included, £4 per hour after
24/7 access, a box for personal items
Anyone is welcome to join as a regular member, but we ask that you attend 40 staffed hours before gaining 24/7 access
Unlimited membership
Monthly fee of £80 - £102 per month dependent on income **
24/7 unlimited access (limited to 16hrs per month during peak hours)
A box for personal items
Anyone is welcome to join as an unlimited member, but we ask that you attend 40 staffed hours before gaining 24/7 access
We cannot support the production of large-scale artwork or large quantities of work.
Staffed Open Hours (from April)
Monday 3.30- 8.30pm
Tuesday 10am- 2.30pm
Wednesday 5.30- 8.30pm
Friday 1- 6pm
Saturday 10am- 3pm
** Income bands
Monthly membership fees are based on income, either individual income if you live on your own, or household income if you live with a partner or dependent(s).
Low Income: personal under £15,000, household under £22,500
Basic Income: personal £15,000 - 27,000, household £22,500 - £40,500
Intermediate Income: personal £27,000 - 39,000, household £40,500 - £58,500
Higher Income: personal £39,000 - 51,000, household £58,500 - £76,500
Top Income: personal over £51,000, household over £76,500
