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Ryan and Becca share candid experiences with challenging customers and explore how their personalities and appearances can shape these interactions. Wrapping up the episode, they discuss the dream of Ryan building a soda kiln in the backyard and the logistics of installing a gas line for the project.
Listeners Questions
On this episode:
- What are you most proud of accomplishing in each of your pottery journeys? @paisleysoulpottery
- Can you share some examples of past problematic customers? @blackdogpottermnSponsors
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Ryan and Becca chat with Bryan Wilkerson, a professor of art and design, about his journey in teaching, digital art, and the Impostors Cup Show. They dive into the challenges of firing techniques, behind the scenes of the Impostors Cup Show, why he likes attending NCECA over the years, and how Bryan uses digital tools to refine his craft while staying rooted in craftsmanship.
-----Find more about Bryanās business below-----
Instagram - @bryanwilkerson, @impostorscup
Website - https://www.bryanwilkerson.com/
Ceramics Monthly article about the Impostors Cup Show
Threads - @bryanwilkerson
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
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In this episode, Ryan and Becca reflect on the many reasons theyāre grateful for the ceramics community, from shared knowledge to the friendships formed through clay. They also tackle listener questions about navigating challenging show requirements and making tough choices when sourcing commercial clay bodies. Thanks for your continued contribution to the podcast!
Listener Questions
On this episode:
- I have a show in December and Iām thinking of backing out because they want me to donate 50% of my proceeds to a charity. The show is for the social action committee of a local church. That seems like a pretty steep request from an artist who doesnāt really make that much to begin with. What are your thoughts on this? @jelo.designs
- Hey Becca & Ryan, I love the podcast & have learned so much from you guys and your guests! Question: While I have two clay suppliers nearby, I haven't found a local clay that I am absolutely in love with or that fits my glazes without sounding like wind chimes when opening the kiln. After hearing your interviews with Link from KY Mudworks I decided to give some of their clays a try and of course fell in love with them. Those pieces happen to be the pieces that are selling at local markets as well. My question is, do you learn to work with the local clay you have available, or do you just suck it up and pay for the clay to be shipped in? Price reference: Local clay is about $14 per 25#bag and shipping the KY Mudworks is about $36 per 25# + hatred from my mail delivery person. @lucy.s.ceramicsSponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
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In this episode, Ryan and Becca discuss a range of tools, techniques, and business practices that have tried and whether they have been worth it or not worth it. These range from buying a pug mill to mixing your own glazes to selling at pop up events to taking on commission orders. Thanks to Caroline from @revisioniststudio for the topic idea!
Listener Questions
On this episode:
- What is your favorite think to make, why? @ceramics_bymargaret
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Speedball Ceramics - Check out their new underglaze formula and colored plastic bats online or from a distributor near you. Find out more at speedballart.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
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Ryan & Becca share advice about hosting your own 2 hour workshops. Becca has been hosting a number of these recently and has so much to share! Questions include: how much should I charge, whatās reasonable to complete in 2 hours, and how should I structure the class. They both have some good life updates to share as well. Enjoy!
Resources
#240 - Mobile studios
What would you do if...
you sent a new wholesaler your wholesale agreement and they declined to sign it?
Listener Questions
On this episode:
- Iād love tips for running pottery workshops (2-3 hour workshop where instructor provides everything) @cityhouseclay
- I'd like some advice about hosting a workshop at a local brewery. @Frenchfrogpottery
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Speedball Ceramics - Check out their new underglaze formula and colored plastic bats online or from a distributor near you. Find out more at speedballart.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
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@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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In this episode, Ryan and Becca answer a few listener questions before diving into the topic of preorders. Inspired by an Instagram story series from @themugmaiden, they discuss Ryan's experience as a customer of a preordered ceramic piece. They also explore the ins and outs of selling preorders, including tips for success and scenarios where offering preorders might not be the best option.
Resources
The Hatch House Bed & Breakfast
Corning Museum of Glass - Corning, NY
Listener Questions
On this episode:
- What workshops and/or short term residencyās might you recommend? Bonus points if theyāre in the Midwest, double bonus points if theyāre surface design or efficiency related! Thank you! @Savijjacob
- I am at a loss on Pinterest. I have asked so many people, when you are looking for decor ideas, where do they go, and it seems like Pinterest is often the answer. I have no idea how to promote myself on the platform other than paying them, and I'm kinda tapped out on that concept. Thanks so much, if this isn't the right thing to discuss, I completely understand. @jelo.designs
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Speedball Ceramics - Check out their new underglaze formula and colored plastic bats online or from a distributor near you. Find out more at speedballart.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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Ryan and Becca return for the third chapter of the podcast book club, diving into Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative by Austin Kleon. Joined once again by Taylor Swilley, they explore key takeaways and connect the bookās themes to their own lives and businesses.
We'll announce our next book club selection later in the year with plans to release the episode in February 2025.
A special thanks to Taylor for joining us again and for recording the ads in todayās episode!
Resources
"Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative" by Austin Kleon (e-book available on Libby)
#267 - Embracing a Creative Life: Big Magic with Taylor Swilley
-----Find more about Taylor's business below-----
Instagram - @backyardkiln
Website - https://backyardkiln.com/
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/shop/BackyardKiln
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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In this episode, Ryan and Becca recap their time at the Cincinnati Coffee Festival, comparing sales, discussing what changed from last year, and exploring the new items Becca introduced. They also share highlights from Ryanās recent trip to Brooklyn, New York, where he visited Etsy headquarters and attended the in-person Etsy Holiday Pop-Up event in NYC, while enjoying new tiki bars and stand-up comedy with Rachel.
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Speedball Ceramics - Check out their new underglaze formula and colored plastic bats online or from a distributor near you. Find out more at speedballart.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
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@rdceramics
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Ryan and Becca chat with Sarah Hussaini of Not Work Related about the challenges of growing her ceramics business in NYC. Sarah shares her journey of hiring and trusting others to maintain quality, balancing high overhead costs, and prioritizing sustainable growth. She also discusses how she evaluates large opportunities, using her Instagram as a portfolio thatās led to exciting collaborations. For those aspiring to go full-time, Sarah offers practical advice on navigating expenses, making smart decisions with brand partnerships, and developing a social media presence. This episode is packed with insights for artists and entrepreneurs alike.
-----Find more about Sarah's business below-----
Instagram - @notworkrelated_
Website - https://www.shopnotworkrelated.com/
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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In this episode, Ryan and Becca recap their time at the Michiana Pottery Tour before answer a few listener questions. Questions include handling commission inquiries and the best way to turn them down, business startup basics (registering a business name and setting up a bank account), and pricing for custom wholesale requests, like adding a stamped logo to mugs, and how to account for the extra work. We hope you enjoy!
Resources
Kohler Residency Program https://www.kohlercompany.com/social-impact/arts/
Wheel Talk #188 - Answering your tax questions with Jamie Boyack from Aloha Friday CPA
Listener Questions
On this episode:
- Hey Ryan & Becca! I would love to hear how you handle commission inquiries, and specifically when turning one down. Do you educate the customer on why? Help them understand the pottery process? Or is it better to keep it short and sweet? @moonlight_mud
- Hey guys! love your show! I was wondering if you have done a show going over a check list on business start up? things like registering a business name, setting up a business bank account and getting a EIN Tax number... If so can you tell me which Episode? thanks for all your help! Kelli Fahey @wild.whim.vt
- Iāve been asked to add a stamp to a wholesale mug orderā¦I think I can do it without a sprigā¦just stamped into the mug maybe with underglaze in the recessed partsā¦maybe not. I was wondering how much you add to the price for these requests. @overbrookclay
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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In this episode, Ryan and Becca tackle a range of listener questions, offering valuable insights for potters with varied years of experience. They start by sharing their experience with mystery boxesāhow many pieces to include, what types of pottery work well, and why theyāre such a hit with customers. The discussion then shifts to kiln firing programs, where they weigh in on their preferred settings and how switching from default programs can elevate your work. A thoughtful question about the heat retention of glazed versus unglazed mugs sparks a conversation on the factors that influence functionality, from material to shape and thickness. To wrap up, they offer practical advice for managing inventory after shows and preparing for multi-day events, ensuring your booth and work stay in top shape.
Resources
https://www.mightysink.com/
https://manychat.com/
Etsy's Creativity Standards related to "mystery boxes"
Listener Questions
On this episode:
- I wondered if you could give more insight into mystery boxes. How many pieces do you put in them? What kinds of pieces? How much do you sell them for? And whatās the lure for the customer? Iām thinking of including a few in an upcoming show and wanted to see if you had any guidance. I know theyāre a success for Ryan. Thank you as always for anything you can offer! @thepotterymason
- I was wondering if you guys have ever done an episode on kiln firing programs? I use the default on my L&L kiln (which I LOVE, btw), but Iām thinking of moving to a different one and would love to hear what you and Becca do. Cheers š» @jelo.designs
- I had a customer email me a weird question about heat retention in my mugs. Basically, she used an unglazed mug at a hotel and liked the way it retained heat and asked if my glazed mug would be the same way. I asked a handful of potters and got a lot of eye rollingā¦.becauseā¦.realllllly??? And most expressed dismay at her drinking out of an unglazed pot. Anyway, I told her that I believe unglazed pottery has more even heat distribution, but I am not sure that affects retention. I also told her that the shape and thickness of the mug may also be a contributing factor. Any thoughts on this? Oh- then she emailed me back again and asked if I have ever tested the heat retention and how it compared to other mugs. Now, I am eye rolling! @selvageandbriar
- Do you have episodes on either of the following: 1. How to manage inventory after a show so it doesnāt take a week to open your online store back up? 2. Iām doing my first 2 day show. Do you have any suggestions? Do I leave everything out overnight? Pack up the pottery and displays and leave the tent? Etc. etc. etc. Thanks! @jelo.designsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/WSupport the show
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Ryan & Becca are back with a special episode all about #PotSwap2024, our 7th year hosting this global event! Weāve got some exciting changes this year, and weāre covering all the details in todayās episode.
Registration opens on Sunday, October 13th at 12 pm EDT and costs $5. Itās first come, first serve, with 1,000 spots for USA/Canada participants and 200 for international participants, so be sure to set a reminder! (Weāve shared a reminder in our Instagram stories @potswapofficial). If it's anything like past years, those spots will go fast!
Weāre also joined by a fantastic group of clay friends who help us run Pot Swap smoothly every year. Weāve made a few small tweaks based on your feedback to keep the quality high. Thanks so much for your ongoing support!
Full details on our website at https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/potswap
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors - L&L Kilns
The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
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In this episode, Ryan and Becca welcome Jackie Head, a ceramic artist based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Jackie shares insights from her journey through her BFA at Indiana University Bloomington and her MFA at Alfred University, as well as her experiences in ceramics residencies. Now a working artist, Jackie discusses her large-scale installation projects, including those involving over 600 identical tiles. They dive into the challenges of pricing such jobs, managing time, maintaining communication with clients throughout the process, and working through challenges of the mold making and slip casting process. Jackie also reflects on balancing work and life during these intense, months-long projects. Stick around until the end to hear about her massive (nearly 20,000 square feet) project at the Indianapolis Airport!
-----Find more about Jackie's business below-----
Instagram - @jphead
Website - https://www.jackiehead.com/
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
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In this episode, Ryan and Becca catch up on Ryan's recent shows and his soda-firing workshop, while Becca shares details about her upcoming workshop. They also dive into a discussion on this year's sales trends so far. Later, they shift focus to the topic of the day: Ryan's recent struggles with a couple of problematic glazes. They explore potential causes behind the issues, brainstorm solutions, and discuss the steps Ryan plans to take to resolve them.
What would you do if...
you're making a batch of work and one of them doesn't cooperate? Do you fight it out or smash it?
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
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Ryan and Becca welcome Delvin Goode of D Goode Art to share his creative evolution while balancing a military career the past 20+ years. We discuss his experience getting an MFA from Fort Hays State University while still serving before getting into his process as well, from blending wheel-thrown and slipcasting to his evolving use of mixed media. Since retiring, he's elevated his experience as a Speedball Professional Artist to work directly for Speedball in a product marketing role. Del offers more about his expectations when joining the team versus the reality of the role day-to-day at Speedball. Thanks to Del for joining us and we hope you enjoy our chat!
-----Find more about Delvin's business below-----
Instagram - @dgoodeart
All the things - https://linktr.ee/dgoodeart
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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Ryan and Becca return for another chapter of the podcast book club, diving into Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert. Theyāre joined by Taylor Swilleyāvoice actor by day, potter by night, and cat snuggler in between. Together, they explore key takeaways from the book, discuss thought-provoking concepts, and highlight areas that didnāt quite resonate.
Don't miss our next book recap on Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative by Austin Kleon, coming out on Saturday, November 9th.
A special thanks to Taylor for joining us and for recording the ads in todayās episode!
Resources
"Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear" by Elizabeth Gilbert (audiobook available on Libby)
"Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative" by Austin Kleon (e-book available on Libby)
-----Find more about Taylor's business below-----
Instagram - @backyardkiln
Website - https://backyardkiln.com/
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/shop/BackyardKiln
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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Ryan and Becca are back to finish their chat with Aleatha Aiken-Sherrer. Aletha flips the interview a bit and starts asking the hosts questions as we get deeper into topics ranging from commission orders to developing a style to being prepared for a busy show schedule. Enjoy!
-----Find more about Aleatha's business below-----
Instagram - @aleathabean
Website - https://aleathabean.etsy.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aleathabean/
Wheel Talk #147 - Shooting the breeze with Aleatha from aleathabean
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
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Ryan and Becca welcome back Aleatha Aiken-Sherrer from Aleathabean to chat on a range of topics. Aletha has some insights on using a cheap Amazon pottery wheel to sustain her business the past few years. We also get to hear more about how Aletha lives with Crohn's disease the past few years and how it impacts her business. Come back next week for the rest of our conversation.
-----Find more about Aleatha's business below-----
Instagram - @aleathabean
Website - https://aleathabean.etsy.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aleathabean/
Wheel Talk #147 - Shooting the breeze with Aleatha from aleathabean
Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Speedball Ceramics - Check out their new underglaze formula and colored plastic bats online or from a distributor near you. Find out more at speedballart.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
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@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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Ryan & Becca get into an interesting discussion sparked from a human psychology thought experiment Ryan had recently. We get into the weeds about the differences between those who are flexible focusers ("spaghetti brained") and priority focusers ("box brained"). The discussion ensues and provides some context to how both Ryan & Becca manage their businesses, relationships, and the world around them from this perspective. Enjoy!
Listener Questions
On this episode:
- Wholesale question? Is there a typical time range ur stores send u payment after you send them ur goods? We have a couple we really need to hound. We find it so counter to what they preach, ālook at us, we are a store that supports artists.ā But then donāt pay us promptly. We do depend on their orders though and donāt want to loose their business. @the_justuscollective
- When you deliver to your wholesale/ consignment customers, do you charge shipping and if you do, at what rate? (I deliver at no cost, but claim my gas for tax purposes. I only charge for shipping = mailing) @greencabinpottery
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Speedball Ceramics - Check out their new underglaze formula and colored plastic bats online or from a distributor near you. Find out more at speedballart.com.
Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast
Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespottery
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Ryan & Becca tackle a listener question today about the importance of having a cohesive style in pottery. Two Sisters Pottery includes a sibling duo creating work in varying styles today. We discuss the balance between creative freedom and branding, offering insights on how diverse styles can coexist within a single pottery business. Thanks for listening!
Listener Questions
On this episode:
- Iāve been doing pottery for several years now, but just got into doing it full time and making larger scale works (8lb+). I noticed when I have days Iām throwing all day that my lower back is just completely spent. Even just bending over the sink is really difficult to maintain balance at the end of a throwing day. I have very, very, very minor scoliosis which might also be contributing to this. I donāt really notice this on days Iām throwing small pots, but only when Iām centering larger amounts. Do you have any tips, tricks, or even certain exercises to minimize physical issues like this? I know Becca has mentioned she has carpel tunnel. I do wrist stretches but am not sure how to position myself so I donāt have that much back pain (other than configuring a standing wheel). Iām only in my mid twenties and want to continue doing this for a long time @Hannahsceramicstudio- Iām wanting to know your opinion on having a cohesive look throughout your work. Iāve been doing pottery for over 3 years now and still in love with all the techniques that are possible. Maybe there is more cohesiveness than I think but how important is that for a business do you think? This is my sister and my page as she also does pottery. Her style is much more whimsical and thereās also not many of her works as she doesnāt do this nearly as much as I do. Thanks for answering! Love the podcast!! -Natalie Deters, Two Sisters Pottery
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].
Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Speedball Ceramics - Check out their new underglaze formula and colored plastic bats online or from a distributor near you. Find out more at speedballart.com.
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