Membership is open to all persons interested in promoting the goals and purposes of Hawaii Potters’ Guild that have met the requirements for membership.
To become a member, students must complete the following:
1.
Take three classes in a period of two years
2.
Demonstrate that you understand and observe studio rules and procedures
3.
Pay annual membership dues
Privileges of Membership
The right to use the studio 24 hours per day (except during class periods)
Shelf space for personal storage during periods when studio use fees or tuition is paid
Reduced class and studio use fees
The right to purchase more clay than students may purchase (five bags per 12 week term instead of four; both students and members are limited to two bags during interim periods)
Priority for and discounts at HPG-sponsored workshops and events
The right to run for the Board of Directors and to vote in Board elections
Obligations of Membership
Perform chores when in the studio, regardless of whether taking a class or sitting the studio
Participate in occasional HPG activities such as pot sales, fundraising events, or outreach activities
If not taking a class, sit the studio unless physically unable to do so (members taking classes are strongly encouraged to sign up for sitting but are not required to do so)
Abide by the Guild’s policies
Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and pay studio use fees or class fees in addition to annual membership dues, except when they are on a leave of absence. “Members in good standing” shall be those persons: a. whose dues and fees are current; b. who are not currently under suspension; c. who participate in the activities required by HPG in the Procedure Manual.
