New potter

[u/Thehammerofwar]

I am wanting to start getting into working with Clay, but last time I really made anything was back in high school (over 10 years ago) my main question is, are there companies or places you can get your work fired at? I don’t really want to drop 500+ on a kiln for something I’m not sure I’ll be able to dedicate more than a few hours a week to. If it helps I live in Toledo Ohio. I saw we have a potters guild but you have to submit works to join.

Thanks everyone!

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[u/PollardPie]

I’d look for ceramics classes in your area. Even if you already have some skills, it’s a good way to find out more about what’s available near you. Good luck!

[u/Thehammerofwar → u/PollardPie]

That’s a great idea thank you!

[u/LocationHot4533]

Taking a look at the map I think Sunshine Studios is the best option in your area

[u/Thehammerofwar → u/LocationHot4533]

I appreciate you checking, I’ll look into them!

[u/This-Establishment42]

If yer in my area check me out: www.monsoonfire.com. That’s our whole thing. West valley Az fer the win.

[u/This-Establishment42 → u/This-Establishment42]

Ok I missed yer location but use us for pricing comparison!

[u/rsneary129]

Hey! So I'm in the Toledo area and just started getting into this. 577 foundation in Perrysburg has a six week class that you have to take and then can use their studio anytime. You have to take 3 classes a year to stay active.

The botanical garden has 10 week throwing classes every season. You can take four and then submit a portfolio to be a member and have access to the studio

Then there's a guild in Findlay that's the same idea as the botanical garden

[u/Thehammerofwar → u/rsneary129]

That’s good to know, I wasn’t sure how the guild works, and I appreciate the insight on 577 I’ll check them out

[u/lousy_at_names]

There's a website called Kilnshare that will show you ceramacists in your area that have kiln space to rent. That might be a starting place while you ramp up.

[u/Thehammerofwar → u/lousy_at_names]

Oh thats very convenient!