Think The Clay Hole is just for beginners? Think again. This page shares why experienced potters are joining anyway—and what they’re finding inside.

Why Experienced Potters Are Joining The Clay Hole Anyway

You’ve put in your hours. You’ve got your muscle memory. You know your clays, your kiln cycles, your go-to glaze tricks. So why would you join a community studio that looks (from the outside) like it’s full of beginners?

Here’s the secret: The Clay Hole isn’t a beginner studio. It’s a freedom studio. And that’s exactly what experienced potters are craving right now.

Because You Don’t Want to Teach Right Now

A lot of advanced potters burn out on teaching. They’re expected to coach every newbie, guide every workshop, or worse—get hired just to load kilns. The Clay Hole gives you permission to just… be an artist again.

You can mentor if you want to. But you don’t have to. No unpaid labor. No emotional babysitting. Just tools, space, and time to push your own edge again.

Because You’re Tired of Over-Structured Studios

Some advanced potters get stuck in studios that only allow access during strict hours or require sign-ups for basic tool use. That’s not how we roll. Our doors are open 5 nights a week, plus bonus studio hours and laid-back vibes.

We trust you to know what you’re doing. That trust = freedom. And freedom = flow.

If you’re already thinking about leaving your current studio, you might want to read Considering Switching Studios to Join The Clay Hole?

Conclusion: You’re Not Outgrowing Pottery—You’re Outgrowing Restrictions

If you’re feeling restless, it doesn’t mean you’ve plateaued. It means it’s time for a space that challenges you without micromanaging you. The Clay Hole is that space.

Want to Try Us With a Huge Discount?

We know switching studios—or joining one for the first time—can feel like a big leap. That’s why we offer two powerful incentives to make your first step feel exciting instead of scary:

• MYNEWSTUDIO — Save $100 on your first month when you’re coming from another pottery studio. Just bring any kind of proof when you show up.
• NEWMEMBER30 — Not switching studios? No problem. Use this code to get 30% off your first month just for finally giving pottery a try.

We’re not here to lock you into anything. We just want to help you get in the door—and fall in love with clay in a way you’ve never experienced before.

What Our Members Say

“I’ve thrown pots for 15 years. This is the first time I’ve felt free and supported, instead of scrutinized or bored.”
- Jude H.

“I’m not here to teach. I’m here to make. The Clay Hole gets that.”
- Akiko M.

FAQs

I’ve been making for years. Will I be bored?
Not a chance. Our setup gives you space and challenge—not step-by-step instruction unless you want it.

Can I use the studio without any classes?
Yes! Our membership includes full access to tools, space, glazes, and kilns. You guide your own work here.

Are there other experienced potters here?
Tons. And they’re not cliquey, competitive, or intimidating. Just curious, friendly, and experienced—like you.

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Find Us on Social Media

Follow @theclayhole on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook to see how pro-level potters are using our space for real exploration and connection.

Find Us in Draper, Utah

Fine Print: Offer valid for first-time members of The Clay Hole only. To use MYNEWSTUDIO, you must show proof that you’re coming from another studio when you arrive. If not, you may use NEWMEMBER30 for 30% off. Offers may not be combined and are subject to change without notice.

Written by Dan Pearce, ceramic artist, author, and founder of The Clay Hole—a 10,000 sq. ft. community pottery studio in Draper, Utah. With nearly 3 million followers across platforms, Dan is known for his expressive pottery, inclusive studio culture, and commitment to creative connection.