Maker Studio User Guidelines
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Summer 2024 Studio Hours Wed-Thurs 9 am-8 pm, Fri-Sat 9 am-12:30 pm. (Sun-Mon-Tue closed) Call to Schedule (218) 864-8606 Studio SafetyOur number one priority is the safety and health of all studio users and building occupants. Please follow these steps to ensure the safety of yourself and those around you.
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Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing access to the Maker Studios at Art of the Lakes’ Creative Arts Center! The purpose of this page is to ensure that you understand how to use the CAC Maker Studios safely and responsibly, and can make the most of your time there. We want the studios to be a successful investment for you, for the maker community, and for Art of the Lakes. Following these guidelines will help everyone. We wish you many hours of productive work, insightful learning, and meaningful connections as you use our Maker Studios. Sign a Waiver
You will need to sign a Waiver of Liability before using the Maker Studios. A waiver form will be provided to you at the CAC the first time you arrive to use a studio. You can preview the form here. Hours Available
How To Schedule Studio Use
To schedule studio use, call Art of the Lakes at 218-864-8606 and request connection to the CAC. If no one is available when you call, leave a message with your name, email address, and requested times and dates of use. If your requested studio time is available, an email confirming your studio use appointment will be sent to you. You can schedule studio use up to 14 days ahead of time. We can’t guarantee space availability. Check-in / Check-out
Your punch card will be kept on file at the CAC, along with your signed waiver form. One punch equals one check-in / check-out session. Check in when you arrive, and check out when you leave the CAC for the day. The punch card is for your use only and can't be used by anyone else.
If You Need To Cancel
If you must cancel an appointment, please call 24 hours ahead at 218-864-8606. You won’t be charged with a “punch.” Advance notice will help us accommodate other studio users. If You Encounter Problems or Issues
If issues arise during your studio use, please notify the attendant at the front desk. This is especially important if you notice safety concerns, malfunctioning equipment, hazardous conditions or other significant problems. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience?
Yes. Maker Studio passes are best for those who are self-directed and have prior experience working in the studio of interest. If you’re new to the art form or have not done it in a while, you should take several classes first to get familiar with the process and how the studio operates.
Can I share my punch card with others?
No. The card purchaser is the only allowed user of that card.
How much time do I get with a punch?
One punch is good for one check-in/check-out in a day. You must check in at the CAC desk before entering the studio, and check out when you are done for the day.
How far ahead can I schedule use of the studio?
You can schedule the same day and up to 14 days ahead of time. We can’t guarantee space availability. If you must cancel, please call us 24 hours ahead.
I’m a production maker in ceramics, fiber or glass, can I work in your studio?
Due to limited storage space, our studios are currently not set up to accommodate production work.
When can I come in?
You can come in to use the studio whenever we are open. Please note we are closed for major holidays and the full week between Christmas and New Year.
Are materials included?
No. Clay can be purchased at the CAC. We have buff stoneware cone 6-10 body. Glaze firing is calculated at a rate of 5 cents per cubic inch. No outside clay or glazes allowed.
How do I get started?
Schedule a tour! See the space, meet staff, ask questions! If you’ve never been a student at the CAC (but have experience) take a studio orientation course. Each orientation lasts about 15-30 minutes. Sign up for orientation classes.
Do I need experience?
Yes. Maker Studio passes are best for those who are self-directed and have prior experience working in the studio of interest. If you’re new to the art form or have not done it in a while, you should take several classes first to get familiar with the process and how the studio operates.
Can I share my punch card with others?
No. The card purchaser is the only allowed user of that card.
How much time do I get with a punch?
One punch is good for one check-in/check-out in a day. You must check in at the CAC desk before entering the studio, and check out when you are done for the day.
How far ahead can I schedule use of the studio?
You can schedule the same day and up to 14 days ahead of time. We can’t guarantee space availability. If you must cancel, please call us 24 hours ahead.
I’m a production maker in ceramics, fiber or glass, can I work in your studio?
Due to limited storage space, our studios are currently not set up to accommodate production work.
When can I come in?
You can come in to use the studio whenever we are open. Please note we are closed for major holidays and the full week between Christmas and New Year.
Are materials included?
No. Clay can be purchased at the CAC. We have buff stoneware cone 6-10 body. Glaze firing is calculated at a rate of 5 cents per cubic inch. No outside clay or glazes allowed.
How do I get started?
Schedule a tour! See the space, meet staff, ask questions! If you’ve never been a student at the CAC (but have experience) take a studio orientation course. Each orientation lasts about 15-30 minutes. Sign up for orientation classes.
Some activities in this organization are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Lake Region Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.
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