Our Memberships
Benefits
Why choose us
Find Your Creative Space at Muddy Hands
Muddy Hands is creating a unique artist community, offering several studio options for artists, therapists, makers, and creative practitioners.
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Our goal is to provide more than a workspace: a place where artists can develop their practice, connect with other creatives, and enjoy the freedom of working in a welcoming studio environment.
Part time Memebership
Our Part-Time Ceramic Membership is designed for artists and ceramic enthusiasts who want regular access to a creative studio without committing to a full-time membership.
Full Time Memebership
With only 10 ceramic memberships available, Muddy Hands is designed to create a supportive environment where artists can work independently while being part of a larger creative community.
Artist Studio Memebership
Our main shared studio is designed for a small community of up to six artists. Each member has their own dedicated workspace while sharing the larger studio and its facilities.
Private Creative Studio
A separate studio space is available for up to two artists, offering a quieter and more private environment.
Memberships benefits
More Than a Studio — A Creative Community
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Muddy Hands memberships are designed to give artists and makers access to a welcoming creative environment in the heart of Toronto, with flexible options to suit different practices, schedules, and levels of studio use.
Depending on your membership, benefits may include:
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Studio Access — Use of shared creative spaces during designated member/open studio hours.
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Ceramic Equipment — Access to pottery wheels and selected shared ceramic studio tools.
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Dedicated Storage — Personal shelf or storage space for your materials and works in progress, depending on membership level.
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Clay Included — Monthly clay allowance included with selected ceramic memberships.
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Kiln Firing — Monthly kiln firing space included, with additional firing space available for purchase.
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Glazes & Studio Materials — Access to selected shared glazes and studio materials, depending on membership level.
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Bring Your Own Tools — Members are welcome to bring their own favourite tools and materials.
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Shared Kitchen & Bathroom — Comfortable shared facilities for members.
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WiFi — Stay connected while working in the studio.
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Creative Community — Work alongside other artists, exchange ideas, share knowledge, and build creative connections.
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Flexible Working Environment — A place to develop your personal practice, experiment, create, and work independently.
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Summer Terrace — Seasonal access to the terrace as an alternative outdoor workspace, where appropriate.
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Additional Services — Members can purchase additional clay, kiln firing space, and other studio services when needed.
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Muddy Hands Community — Opportunities to participate in selected studio activities, artist events, workshops, and community initiatives.
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A Place to Make Your Work
Whether you are an experienced artist, emerging creator, ceramicist, painter, or simply looking for a dedicated place to develop your practice, Muddy Hands offers a flexible way to make studio time part of your life.
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Come create, connect, experiment, and get your hands muddy.
Memberships
Choose the right one for you
Part Time Membership
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Access to the shared ceramic studio spaces during designated member/open studio hours
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Studio access is subject to Muddy Hands classes, workshops, camps, events, and scheduled programming
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Use of shared ceramic studio tools and equipment
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Access to pottery wheels when available
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10 kg of clay per month
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½ kiln shelf of firing space per month
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Access to a selection of shared studio glazes
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Shared kitchen
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Shared bathroom
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Participation in the Muddy Hands creative community
Full Time membership
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Access to the Muddy Hands main-floor ceramic studio during designated open studio/member hours.
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Use of Muddy Hands shared ceramic tools and equipment
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Access to pottery wheels for wheel throwing
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Members may bring and use their own personal tools
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Dedicated shelf space for your work and materials
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1 × 20 kg pack of clay per month included
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Additional clay available for purchase directly from Muddy Hands
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Members may work with their preferred clay bodies, subject to studio firing requirements
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1 kiln shelf of firing space per month included
Artist Studio Membership
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Dedicated private work table
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Personal shelving for materials and works in progress
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Shared studio space
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Shared kitchen
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Shared second-floor bathroom
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WiFi
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Basement storage space
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24/7 access to the studio
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Ceramic studio access
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Two kiln shelves per firing OR one full kiln firing per month
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Access to the community and shared creative environment at Muddy Hands
Private Creative Studio
This space is particularly suitable for:
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Art therapists
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Artists who work with clients
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Painters and mixed-media artists
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Artists who need a more private working environment
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Creative practitioners developing workshops or individual sessions
The space can be rented by one artist for exclusive use or shared by two artists.
Studio Fees
Access & Usage Plans
Whether you're looking for a one-time trial or a dedicated creative home, we have flexible plans designed to support your artistic journey at Muddy Hands.
Introductory Day Pass
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Full-day studio access
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Shared tools & equipment
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Trial shelf for drying
Week Resident Plan
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Unlimited open studio hours
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Dedicated personal locker
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Free monthly firing bag
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10% off specialty glazes
Artist mentorship Tier
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Shared Table
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Weekly one-on-one reviews
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Full ceramic studio access
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One shelve kiln firing priority
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Gallery showcase eligibility
$250
$395
$45
Studio Life
Explore our community
events & workshops
Pottery Socials
Guest Artists
Gallery Nights
Open Crits
Connect with fellow members at our monthly meetups. Share tips, discuss projects, and enjoy the creative energy of our shared studio space.
Learn from industry experts through our specialized masterclasses. From glazing secrets to advanced throwing techniques, grow your skills with professional guidance.
Showcase your latest creations to the public. Our quarterly gallery showcase is the perfect opportunity to exhibit your work and connect with local art collectors.
Join our friendly peer-review sessions. Get constructive feedback on your works-in-progress and offer your insights to help others refine their artistic practice.
