Making Room for Both My Pottery Wheel and Cat Play Zone in the Studio

I recently moved into a small studio apartment with the dream of finally setting up my pottery wheel for weekend crafting sessions. The catch is, my cat, Luna, loves the same corner of the room for her playtime and naps, and she’s not thrilled about sharing her space with my spinning wheel and clay tools. I tried putting a small shelf above the wheel to give her a perch, but she’s more interested in what's happening on the floor and keeps getting underfoot, which makes working tricky and sometimes messy. Since the studio is only about 300 square feet, I can’t just dedicate separate zones without sacrificing storage or comfort. I want a setup where Luna feels like her space is respected, but I can still work without worrying about her jumping onto the wheel or knocking over supplies. Has anyone managed to create a shared space for a pet and a messy hobby like pottery? What clever layout or furniture choices helped keep the peace and keep your tools safe? Also, any tips on training a curious cat to respect a work area would be a lifesaver!