Studio Time Memberships
Studio Time
Open studio hours are designed for artists looking for a communal space to create their art! The only requirement to attend open studio is that you have taken at least one beginner level class at my studio. Open studio hours are not meant to replace a class or for you to get step-by-step directions of the stained glass process. However, there will always be a member of the studio present to answer questions and provide tips when needed. Even if you have a home studio set-up, open studio is a great opportunity to work alongside other artists. Check out all the details & find registration below! Please note: Taking a beginner level class at our studio is the pre-requisite for registering for open studio. If you are self-taught or have taken a class at another studio, please contact me at akalastudios@gmail.com and i will then give you the go ahead to register. If you register for open studio and do not have experience making a piece start to finish you will not be permitted to attend open studio and will not be refunded.
How Much is Studio Time?
There are two options for studio time: pay by hour and monthly memberships. If you choose to pay by hour, it will be $20/hr on the date you choose. Monthly memberships are $150 per month and permits access to the studio during any of the scheduled open studio hours on our calendar, typically Wednesday-Friday, and Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday by appointment only.
What’s Included in Studio Time?
The cost will include use of the space, all tools, and most supplies. The only supplies that you will need to purchase separately are glass & metals (solder, copper foil, lead came, zinc border, & chain). All non-included supplies can be purchased from my studio or you can purchase these items elsewhere and bring them with you. We also have a great section of free glass that participants of open studio are welcome to use in their projects as well as our beginner class patterns!
What else is included:
Use of our 1,200 square foot studio, which is equipped with 7 work benches, garage door, & ventilation system. We also have a refrigerator and microwave available for use.
All tools & equipment necessary for copper foil & leaded stained glass. This includes but is not limited to glass cutting tools, foiling tools, glass grinders, & soldering tools. All of our tools are made by reputable brands such as Toyo, Techniglass, & Hakko.
Supplies & chemicals for stained glass such as cutting oil, flux, patinas, flux removers, D Lead products, & polish.
Supplies & equipment for glass fusing such as glass kiln, Glastac, kiln paper
Use of our free glass section. This includes some full sheets but is mainly small-medium scrap.
Other useful equipment such as a Taurus Ring Saw, Dremel, and Cricut for printing/cutting patterns (Cricut vinyl is not included).
One pass, endless possibilities
This tier of open studio membership is perfect for folks who plan on coming to multiple open studio dates each month. With this membership you can attend any of our open studio sessions by booking with your own custom code that you will receive upon membership sign up. Time must be booked in advance to attend. This is a recurring, monthly subscription. If you wish to discontinue your membership you must cancel at least 15 days before the next payment is due.
