Clay Space is our supported studio for early-career ceramicists.

Offering 24/7 access to a shared studio facility at subsidised rates, open use of three electric kilns, as well as support from a dedicated Kiln Technician, Clay Space supports ambitious and talented ceramicists to transition into a fully independent studio practice. The offer is for a maximum of three years.

The supportive community and low-cost rent provide a safety net, giving you the freedom to explore your practice, take risks, and pursue your own goals in a self-directed way. Our dedicated Kiln Technician is responsible for kiln maintenance and repair, allowing you to focus on your own creative and professional development. You will be responsible for firing your own work and will receive a full kiln induction when joining the studio, as well as continued support and advice.

Clay Space provides:

• 24/7 access to equipped studio
• free Wi-Fi and utilities (including all electric firings)
• access to 3 electric kilns for firing work
• support and advice from our Kiln Technician
• opportunities to show and/or sell your work, i.e. Sheffield Ceramics Festival, Open Studios
• artist profile on our website
• access to our artist development programme (talks, crits, etc.)
• access to our communal gas kiln facility*

The cost is £150 per month, for up to a maximum of 3 years.

*please note use of gas kiln is subject to additional costs

AVAILABILITY

We currently have a place available in Clay Space from 1 May 2025.

To apply to join Clay Space, please complete the application form below by 10am on Monday 24 March. We will endeavour to let you know the outcome of your application by Tuesday 1 April.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

We recommend viewing the space before making an application. We will be hosting an open day on Tuesday 25 February, 11am-1pm, to see the space and find out more. Please email rachael@artspace.org.uk to book. For those unable to attend the open day, there is a video tour below giving an idea of the space.

To keep yourself informed of this and other opportunities we recommend you join our mailing list to recieve our qurterly newsletter and follow us on social media. If you have any specific queries please get in touch with Programme Producer Rachael Dodd: rachael@artspace.org.uk

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Current Clay Space residents are: Janet Barnes, Rochelle Malia, George Baggaley and Eve Gnoyke.