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Dec. 23, 2023

#304 Why You need to be making more pottery

#304 Why You need to be making more pottery

Are you yearning to take your pottery skills to new heights and uncover your unique voice? We've got the mantra for you - make more pottery! I'm Nic Torres, your guide on this clay-laden journey, here to share with you the wisdom I've gleaned from...

Are you yearning to take your pottery skills to new heights and uncover your unique voice? We've got the mantra for you - make more pottery! I'm Nic Torres, your guide on this clay-laden journey, here to share with you the wisdom I've gleaned from sculpting countless pots. Too often we become entangled in worries about our artistic direction - but the magic happens when we let our fingers dance freely across the clay. Remember, no masterpiece was ever created without getting one's hands a little dirty!

This chat is not just about throwing more clay on the wheel; it's about the transformative power of consistent practice and how it breathes life into your creations. I'll share my firsthand experience of sculpting characters, demonstrating that regular practice is the secret ingredient to perfecting your pottery. Ever attended a workshop and then halted practice? I'll explain why this is a major pitfall and how to avoid it. And for those of you struggling to find a theme for your pottery, I have a list of 53 themes to kick-start your creativity you can get those 53 themes by clicking this link here shapingyourpottery.com/53themes Clay up, and let's shape an incredible pottery journey together!

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July 10, 2023

#210 Slip Casting Secrets: Unlocking the Mysteries of Marbled Ceramic…

In this podcast episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Sean from Forest Ceramic Company, who transitioned from a chemist to a ceramics artist. We delve into the process of his unique marbled ceramics creations, his leap into full-time pottery,...

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Dec. 22, 2023

#303 Following Your Artistic Intuition w/ Anastassia Zamaraeva

The Questions we ask will determine how our pottery will look like that's why I created a Free 15 questions to help you discover your voice template go grab it here In this inspiring episode, we delve into the world …

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Jan. 22, 2024

#323 The Secrets To Creating Slab Built Pottery with Sarah Pike

In the podcast episode we hear from Sarah Pike , a potter who has transformed her early fascination with clay into a successful career, balancing the demands of family life on a ranch with her passion for pottery. She recounts …

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April 8, 2024

#369 How to make drippy pottery vases w/Ana Shioshita

In this insightful episode, our guest is Ana Shioshita, a multifaceted artist who balances her job in the film industry with her passion for pottery. Ana discusses her journey in pottery, starting from childhood experiences to her current work,...

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