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Consulting

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Take the guesswork out of opening a studio

Dreaming of establishing your own art studio? Building and sustaining a successful art studio requires more than just passion—it demands strategic planning and know-how.

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Personalized Consulting

Owner Keith Grabowsky (BFA, MFA, seasoned sculptor, educator, and entrepreneur) offers personalized consulting services to empower aspiring studio owners with the essential tools for success. Benefit from Keith’s years of expertise and passion for mentorship; it’s the smartest investment you’ll make!

Whether you need assistance by the hour or day, or for a specific project, we’re here to help. Contact us today for a consultation.

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Other Services

Repair Services

Book Yay Clay! to repair kilns, wheels, pugmills and any other pottery or ceramic equipment.

Raku Firings

Experience the ancient Japanese firing method now available in our Montclair, NJ location.

Commissioned Work

You think it, we create it in our YAY CLAY! Studio.

Work Exchange

A self-directed, independent studio, educational program for students.

Private Events

Host a unique and fun experience in one of our two beautiful studio spaces.

Bottle/ Glass Slumping

Transform your bottles or glassware into new up-cycled pieces!

Classes

Learn how to create 15 slumped bottles in our large kiln today!

Kiln Firings

We rent out our kilns to artists and clients who create pieces in their home studios.

What Our Potters Say

Maggie Boyle

I’m an at-home potter and I’ve started firing my bisque and glaze wear at YayClay! – super efficient, easy-going, and affordable. I was at first concerned about organization, but as anyone who has worked in a pottery studio before knows, it’s usually chaotic – YayClay! Definitely has a good system going. Staff is super nice. Will keep going back!

Amber Schnitzius, Rekindle Pottery

I utilized the consulting services offered by Yay Clay! for help in business planning for expanding my studio. With Keith’s expansive experience in the ceramics field and his transparent approach to problem solving, I was able to make a well-informed decision about next steps for my business. Highly recommend using these services if you’re considering growing your ceramic business.

Cornelia Kietzman, Outlaw Arts

Best kiln repair experience we’ve ever had! Quick, responsive, thorough, personable, reasonably priced, knowledgeable. I sent an inquiry and got a call back almost immediately, and service that same day! The next time I contacted them, they responded immediately, and provided service the next business day! We will always use Yay Clay! Kiln service from now on here at Outlaw Arts (outlaw-arts.com)