Episodes

In this episode of Shaping Your Pottery, Nick Torres shares his recent experience of getting glasses and draws a parallel to making art. He emphasizes that small, almost imperceptible adjustments can have significant impacts ...

In this episode of Shaping Your Pottery, Nic Torres emphasizes that art, including pottery, has no strict rules. He shares personal experiences about how different techniques work for different individuals and highlights the ...

In this episode, Nic shares three essential secrets that significantly contributed to his growth as a potter. The first secret emphasizes the importance of quickly learning from failures. The second secret highlights the value of surrounding oneself...

What is up Shaping Nation I created a community for potters called The Clay Games (originally called shaping our pottery) You can kind of think of it like the great pottery throwdown but for everyone the idea of this community came about...

Nic Torres interviews Michelle, a passionate potter who shares her journey from initial failures to discovering her unique voice in pottery, particularly through her innovative knitted porcelain creations. Michelle talks about the importance of...

Through an interview with Sarah Connor, we learn the significance of having a theme in pottery. Sarah changes her theme monthly, maintaining her style's integrity while avoiding boredom and fostering creativity. The host encourages artists to...

Overcoming Doubts: How to Keep Growing as an Artist In this episode of Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres, Nic addresses the common feeling artists have of doubting their own work. He offers practical advice on overcoming self-comparison, staying...

Finding Your Artistic Voice with Christy: The Journey of a Potter In this episode of Shaping Pottery, host Nic Torres welcomes Christy Culp, an accomplished potter, to discuss her journey into the world of pottery. Christy highlights the importance of...

What is up everyone I recently did a virtual workshop with Mike Cerv about How to Handbuild a Goblet Cup and I learned and enjoyed this workshop so much that I decided to post the replay here  I also decided to give the full video of the workshop...

Is Slip Casting in Pottery Cheating? Debunking Myths and Embracing Tools In this episode, Nic Torres explores the concept of slip casting in pottery and addresses whether it should be seen as 'cheating.' Initially biased towards the traditional...

In this episode of Shaping Your Pottery, Julianne Roush shares her inspirational journey as a full-time potter. She discusses how positive quotes on her pottery helped her through personal struggles and connected with others, the influence of mentors...

In this episode of Shaping Your Pottery, host Nic Torres shares invaluable advice from sculptor Oscar, emphasizing the importance of mastering the basic form before experimenting with pottery. Nic recounts his own experience learning to throw a...

in this episode of 'Shaping Your Pottery,' the host discusses the invaluable insights gained from interviewing sculptors, emphasizing how their unconventional techniques and multidimensional thinking can significantly enhance pottery skills. The host...

In this episode of AP Pottery, host Nic Torres speaks with Peyton Lawler, a passionate ceramic artist, about her journey in the world of pottery. Peyton discusses the importance of curiosity and exploration in the craft, the significance of staying...

The Episode discusses the common mistake of potters trying to conform with others instead of finding their own unique voice in pottery. It emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself, making what one enjoys, and stepping out of the comfort...

This episode discusses the importance of deep focused work in pottery making to enhance skills and creativity. It provides tips on building the habit of consistent studio time, setting timers for deep work focus, and utilizing conducive environments...

In this episode, we delve into the life and insights of award-winning sculptor Tessa Eastman. Tessa shares her experiences transitioning from pottery to sculpture, the significance of teaching in her artistic journey, and the influence of nature and...

This episode features a deep dive into the artistic journey of Allyson George, a potter who initially dreamed of becoming an animator. Allyson shares the lightbulb moment when she realized pottery was her true calling. She discusses her creative...

In this episode, Nic Torres emphasizes the necessity of sticking with one pottery technique long enough to fully develop skills and exhaust all creative ideas before moving on. He addresses the common issue of boredom and suggests maintaining...

This clip from my interview with Adrienne Eliades, Adrienne talks the journey of finding one's unique voice in pottery, emphasizing the importance of reflecting on techniques, avoiding direct imitation, and gradually developing a personal style. It...

In this comprehensive conversation, Adrienne Eliades shares insights from her 20-plus years in pottery, emphasizing the importance of viewing the artistic process as a journey rather than aiming for a fixed destination. Through reflections on personal...

The episode includes valuable advice from an interview with Bethany Crow on starting in sculpture. Bethany emphasizes starting with an idea, utilizing tools like the pottery wheel creatively to make non-functional pieces, pivoting to new...

The Importance of Play in Pottery This episode discusses the significance of allowing oneself the freedom to play and experiment with clay in pottery. Nic Torres, emphasizes how crucial it is for potters to give themselves permission to fail and try...

In this episode of 'Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres,' the journey of a potter is explored through the different stages of skill development, from the initial 'crappy' stage to the discovery of a personal style. Nic discusses how patterns and...