Building the Future of Our Clay Community
Project: Starfish
Project: Starfish is a collaborative campaign aimed at transforming the building we purchased in August 2024 into a vibrant clay studio and resource hub for potters and ceramic artists in our community.
This initiative unites POCG artist members to channel their creative energy and efforts toward a shared vision: creating a fully equipped studio with established operational systems, enhanced artist support, and expanded community outreach.
With a much larger footprint than our previous studio, our new building provides the opportunity for us to expand our operations and our reach.
Since the purchase of the building, we have been working diligently to remodel, clean, and retrofit the space to meet our needs. Given the size of the building and the scope of our vision, this will be a multi-year project. We plan to open different areas and begin various operations in phases as we progress, with more coming online as the project unfolds.
By the Numbers
17,000
sq. ft. of space to expand our operations, 5.5 times more than our previous studio
5
secure, semi-private artist suites available (to start!) for clay makers who need their own dedicated space
2026
the year we anticipate opening the building's formal gallery, providing new opportunities for artists & the community
10/24
October, 2024- the month we open the first floor for community studio operations
1
permanent retail space where artists can showcase and sell their work and purchase pottery materials & supplies
3
new spaces for learning: a workshop classroom, glaze material lab, and lecture hall
7
total volunteer staff positions supporting studio operations
24/7
Access to the studio, making it easy for artists to participate on their own terms and schedule
50%
lower initial cost of access (compared to regional clay studio pricing models)
Lend a Hand
Our vision will only come to life with the collaborative support of our members and community. We welcome your contribution, whatever the size or form it comes in. Every little bit gets us closer to creating a vibrant hub for pottery in our community!