Member Pledge
Last Updated: October 3, 2025
Hatch Clayworks is not for everyone.
Bold, i know. But hear me out. Our studio is built on kindness, trust, care, and independence. If these values resonate with you, you’ll find a welcoming and inspiring community here and, hooray, Hatch Clayworks is likely a good place for you.
By becoming a member, I pledge to uphold the values that make Hatch possible:
Kindness is non-negotiable.
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I am kind, I speak kindly, and I assume good intentions of others.
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I speak up against discrimination, meanness, or unkind behavior.
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I help create a studio where everyone feels safe, respected, and supportive.
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I only offer critique or feedback of others when it’s requested
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The studio runs on trust.
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I treat shared tools, materials, and space with care, no matter their material value.
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I never touch, move, or use another person’s work without permission.
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I act with integrity, even when no one is watching, because that is what allows us independent access.
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A shared space deserves shared care.
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I leave the studio cleaner than I found it.
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I pay it forward, because I know we all miss a spot sometimes, and I benefit when others cover for me.
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Membership means independence.
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I am comfortable working on my own without instruction.
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I use equipment safely and responsibly.
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I ask for help early if safety, kilns, or the studio could be at risk.
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I accept the risks of firing and take ownership of my results.
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By signing this, I affirm this pledge and commit to upholding the values of Hatch Clayworks. I understand that membership is a privilege built on trust, and that my actions directly shape the community we are creating together.
For questions or concerns about this Pledge or your membership, contact Hatch Clayworks, LLC at info@hatchclayworks.com