Waveform Policies outlined on this page: Deposits & Cancellations, Mask Policy, Kid Policy, Accommodations, Consent, Pronouns and Equity Fund/Sliding Scale. Learn more about the values that inform these policies here.

Deposits & Cancellations

All offerings require a non-refundable deposit at the time of booking. To cancel or reschedule a session, email me and book another class. Deposits may be waived if student notifies the studio one week before the original class date.

Mask Policy

In solidarity with disabled and immunocompromised community, and in the interest of protecting student  instructors and those we are close to from COVID-19 and other airborne illnesses, we mask in the studio. Please try to bring your own mask; extra masks are available upon request with a suggested donation of $1. Here are five things Waveform likes about masking in the studio! *Note that students have the option to unmask momentarily for a photo at the end.*

Kid Policy

Children and youth are welcome at Waveform, with the exception of Claybody Craft Nights (an offering for ages 15 and up). Kiddos under 12 need to book with a peer, sibling, or guardian. Those 12 and up will be folded in with adult clients; Waveform finds intergenerational sessions are opportunities for all of the students to learn from how different stages of life approach the wheel!

Consent

The instructor often offers hands-on assists to demonstrate pressure, pace or hand movements. They ask for strong verbal consent throughout the session. Participants also are asked for permission to photograph and for the instructor to take class notes / include reflections on the session in potential blog posts, marketing materials and other communications. 

Pronouns

Waveform is a place where we can be present with one another: the instructor offers their pronouns (they/them) and takes note of yours. We do our best to get these right, and most importantly are respectful of queer and trans identities.

Accommodations

Waveform can make accommodations: if you aren’t sure throwing on the wheel or engaging with a pottery studio is possible for you due to illness, disability, injury, sensitivities or any kind of requirement please reach out so we can brainstorm. There is often an accommodation or adjustment Waveform can make. Often an accommodation improves the session for you and others and helps systems continuously evolve into more accessible offerings.

Equity Fund / Sliding Scale

All tips go towards the Equity Fund, which makes sliding scale for Claybody and Single Drop-Ins possible. The Equity Fund prioritizes QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous & People of Color). If you would like to sign up for a bundle and take ongoing classes we discuss a rate beforehand that is sustainable for you. If you’re interested in contributing to the fund you can always Venmo (@waveformceramics) or PayPal the studio a donation with a note, “for the Equity Fund!.” Waveform community covered over $3,000 in tuition in the first two years of business.

Values

To learn more about the studio vibe and how Waveform centers studio values, click here!