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Finding Joy and Breaking Rules in Pottery with Tzipporah Schvarcz

Finding Joy and Breaking Rules in Pottery with Tzipporah Schvarcz

In this episode of 'Shape Your Pottery,' host Nic Torres interviews Tzipporah Schvarcz, a passionate potter who shares her thoughts on the importance of creative freedom in ceramics. They discuss the negative impact of rigid rules on artistic expression and the value of exploring different techniques, even if one feels inexperienced. Tzipporah recounts her journey into ceramics, emphasizing the joy and fulfillment it brings her. She highlights her shift from making and selling pottery to teaching and hosting virtual workshops, which has allowed her to maintain her passion. Tzipporah underscores the significance of community support, managing comparisons on social media, and the multiple facets of finding one's unique voice in pottery.  

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00:00 Introduction to the Joy of Ceramics 

00:15 Challenging the Rules in Pottery 

01:09 Breaking Boundaries in Ceramics 

03:39 The Journey Begins: Discovering Ceramics 

05:44 Embracing Failure and Growth 

06:55 Navigating Social Media and Personal Growth 

11:12 Finding Clarity at NSEACA 2023 

13:53 Shifting Focus: From Selling to Teaching 

22:19 Balancing Life and Pottery 

27:00 Advice for Aspiring Potters and Educators 

30:55 Discovering and Honing Your Unique Voice 

35:10 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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