VISION
To support growth and share ideas within a self-starter artistic clay community.
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MISSION
In the Making Co-Op is a community that spotlights the unique expertise of the clay artists within the co-op. Through planned events and the exchange of knowledge and experience, we aim to inspire and support creativity both within ourselves and the community at large.
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CORE VALUES
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-Passion for working with clay
-Contribute to a respectful, safe, and welcoming environment
-Enthusiasm for the co-op and its members
-Team player/ no gatekeeping or competitiveness
-Intolerance is never accepted. All are welcome and will be respected.
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YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE COOPERATIVE
-To align with the core values of the cooperative
-$35 annual membership fee *Nonrefundable. Membership runs April 2024 - April 2025 and can be renewed annually
-Attend a minimum of 3 of the 4 quarterly meetings (remote options available if needed)
*Missing more than one meeting may result in termination*
-Participate in group workshops and demos
-Interest in leading group workshops and demos
-Participate in ITM Co-op markets and online sales opportunities
-Contribute to the co-op's Discord content
-Spread the good word to other ceramicists so they can join the community as well!
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THE COOPERATIVE'S CONTRIBUTION TO YOU
-Value all questions and concerns of the co-op​​
-Host 4 quarterly meetings
-Host minimum one event per quarter (demos, workshops, markets, community connection)
- 1 guest pass to bring a non-member potter friend to an event
-24/7 opportunity to sell work through the virtual “Co-op Shop”
-Member spotlights on social media
-Opportunity to lead your own workshop as well as learn from other members when they host
-Supply members with grant/workshop/market/event/tips and tricks opportunities via Discord
-Transparency with funds via Venmo
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