Bespoke Contracts for Ceramicists

Precision in law, grounded in the craft of ceramics.

The Drafting Process

Protecting your creative output requires more than a template. At Clay Clause Legal, we bridge the gap between rigid law and the organic nature of ceramic art through a collaborative three-step drafting process:

  • Consultation: We dive into your studio workflow, identifying specific risks like shipping fragile goods or kiln failure delays.
  • Custom Drafting: We craft clauses that use industry-standard terminology understood by galleries and collectors alike.
  • Final Review: A walkthrough of your document to ensure you feel confident explaining terms to your clients.
Close-up of a potter refining a clay vessel in a London studio

Specialized Legal Agreements

Crucial for custom installations or high-value sculptural pieces. We define:

  • Payment Terms: Non-refundable deposits and progress payments.
  • Breakage Policies: Liability during firing and transit.
  • Timelines: Realistic schedules accounting for drying and firing cycles.

Protect your business when selling in bulk to retailers or boutiques. Our terms cover inventory buy-backs, exclusivity clauses, and minimum order requirements.

Retain the rights to your signature glazes and designs while allowing commercial use by third parties. We ensure your intellectual property remains yours.

Transparent Pricing

Standard Agreements

Best for: Individual potters and small studios.

From £450

Includes a single-purpose contract like a Wholesale Agreement or simple Gallery Consignment. One round of revisions included.

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Complex Project Contracts

Best for: Public art installations and commercial interior suppliers.

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Multi-party agreements, complex liability structures, or high-value international commissions. Tailored to specific multi-stage project milestones.

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What Our Clients Say

"Clay Clause Legal understood the technical risks of a gas firing better than my previous solicitors. Their contracts are vital to my studio."

Eleanor Vance

Vance Studio Ceramics, London

"The wholesale agreement they drafted saved me thousands when a major retailer delayed a payment. Professional and knowledgeable."

Julian Thorne

Thorne Porcelain Goods

"Finally, legal advice that speaks the language of a maker. Highly recommend for any artisan business."

Sarah Miller

Miller & Clay Collective