PAINTING/DRAWING POTTERY WORKSHOPS
CLASS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
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Class Registration Policies and Procedures Workshops and Short-Term Classes
(Excludes on-going classes in pottery and painting)
Glynn Visual Arts (GVA) is happy you’re here! We strive to provide high quality art classes in a warm, friendly, non-threatening environment. GVA supports you in your creative journey and wants to nurture your artistic endeavors. In order for us to better support you in these pursuits we have instituted the following policies and procedures to ensure ease of registration, the quality of your experience and the safety of all persons.
Enrollment and Payment
A minimum and maximum enrollment is required and is set by the instructor to ensure that each student has a quality experience (check individual class listings for the minimum number.) Only fully paid registrations will be considered as enrolled. By delaying payment, individuals run the risk of being wait-listed or class being canceled due to insufficient enrollment. Early registration is strongly encouraged to guarantee your space.
You may pay for your classes with cash, check, or credit card. Visit our website, or stop by 106 Island Drive, St. Simons Island, GA or give us a call at 912-638-8770 to register.
Classes and Fees
We offer a wide variety of short-term classes and workshops. Please visit the Classes tab for up-to-date listings and fees. Some classes do offer the option of drop-in. Please contact us to find out which classes offer drop-ins. Drop-ins are accommodated if there is space available in the class.
Materials
- Students enrolled in adult classes and workshops are responsible for all materials unless otherwise noted. A printable materials list is available on the Glynn Visual Arts website, under the class listing, if applicable.
- Some classes may require specialized materials which may be provided by the instructor for a materials fee. Materials fees are payable directly to the instructor at the beginning of class.
- Pottery students work will be held for 60 days. It is the students responsibility to arrange for pick up during business hours.
Class Levels
- Unless otherwise noted, classes are open to all and recommended for beginner to intermediate levels.
- Children should be enrolled within their age groups.
- Teenagers (13+) are welcome to join adult classes.
Cancellation and make-up policies
- Students who wish to cancel their registration must do so 10 days prior to the first day of class for a refund to be issued. There is a $35 cancellation fee.
- If the student does not cancel their registration 10 days prior, there will not be a refund.
- After the student attends the first class, there will be no refund of unused sessions.
Cancellations due to low enrollment
- Glynn Visual Arts reserves the right to cancel classes with insufficient enrollment.
- Classes will be cancelled and notifications to students will be made two (2) business days prior to the start of the class.
- Full refunds or credits will be given when GVA cancels a class due to low enrollment.
Weather
- In case of inclement weather, class cancellations are posted on the home page of our website. We will also send out an email to those people who receive our emails.
- A full refund will be given in the case of cancellation due to inclement weather.
Updated 06.20.23
Ongoing Pottery & Painting Class Registration, Policies and Procedures
Enrollment and Class Fees
Painting class sessions are paid for in 4 week segments. Classes are open enrollment and ongoing. Students must complete all 4 week sessions within a 12 week period from time of registration/payment date.
Drop-in classes are available to purchase for $35 per session.
Pottery class sessions are paid for in 6 weeks segments.
Pottery Studio Membership:
Membership in the GVA Pottery Studio requires a current Glynn Visual Arts membership at no less than $125 Artist Level Membership, an Annual Pottery Studio Fee and Monthly dues. Those wishing to become pottery studio members are required to attend at least one 6 week session of pottery classes at GVA. Pottery studio members must be able to work independently; this will be assessed by the pottery teacher and the pottery studio manager.
Pottery Studio Membership Fees: Both Annual and Monthly Fees are required:
Annually
-$125 GVA Artist Level Membership
-$115 Annual fee or $75 short term annual fee (1-3 months)
Monthly
-$100 active monthly dues
-$50 inactive monthly dues (applies to months with no usage of the pottery studio - limited to 2 months).
Pottery Studio Membership Includes:
-Personal key to the pottery studio for the duration of membership.
-Designated shelf area in the pottery studio for personal items such as tools, clay, underglazes/glazes, etc. *Please note that items not stored on pottery studio members' shelves and designated floor space are available for public use. These items may be stored or removed at the discretion of the pottery studio director.
-Additional space underneath the shelf on the floor for additional clay storage. This space is shared, the available floor space is approximately 1/5 of a shelf space.
-Use of designated shelves for members' work in progress.
-Access to the pottery studio, equipment, and glazes at member's convenience, except when classes, workshops, or private parties are being held.
-Bisque firing and glaze firing of member's work. *Work should not exceed an average of 4 boards per month.
Additional firing fees:
-$50 for one bisque or glaze load.
Payment:
Payment is due within the first week of every month. Please make payments online at glynnvisualarts.org.
Payments can also be made in person by check or credit card during business hours.
Please note that late or missed payments may result in termination of membership privileges and/or membership.
Responsibilities:
Each pottery studio member is responsible for keeping the pottery studio clean. Clean up your work area each visit to the pottery studio.
This includes but is not limited to:
-sweeping table(s) and floor
-sponging/mopping floor
-scrubbing/sponging all applicable work surfaces such as tables, wedging table, sink, wheel, glazing table, glaze buckets and carts
-cleaning tools
-cleaning wax brushes
-cleaning sponges
Removing completed pieces from the pottery studio and Craig House of Fire.
Placing work on designated shelves in the pottery studio and house of fire.
Updated 12.23.22