Episodes
#50 How to Niche down your pottery style?
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about how to niche down your pottery. When you Niche down you get one step closer to discovering your own voice What you will learn: How Nicheing down helps you discover …
#49 How to make slip transfer designs w/ Catie Miller
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to interview Catie Miller. Catie has been featured in all kinds of pottery themed places including Ceramics Monthly. Top 3 value bombs: How to make slip transfer designs Should you go …
#48 How to get your pottery to sell!
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about getting your pottery to sell by making what you want. What you will learn: How making what you want actually sells more then trying to make for someone else Making …
#47 How to make pottery easy!
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about making pottery easy. Pottery can be extremely hard so part of finding our own style is finding ways to make pottery easy for ourselves. You will Learn: What you should …
#46 Creating Newsprint Transfers w/ Lexi Shockey
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got the pleasure to Interview Lexi Shockey. Lexi's story on how she got started in pottery is truly amazing. Top 3 value bombs How to make newsprint transfers? Taking a 2 year …
#45 How to get over imposter syndrome?
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about Imposter syndrome. When you have Imposter Syndrome it can really hault progress not just in pottery but in anything you do You will learn the 4 steps to get out …
#44: 3 techniques to add some flare while glazing!
On this of episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about to add some flare to your glazes. You will learn 3 different ways to alter your glazing doing these 3 techniques make glazing much more fun because glazing can …
#43 SandBlasting Designs w/Amanda Siska
On this Episode of Shaping Your Pottery we interviewed Amanda Siska. Amanda some incredible Designs by Sandblasting a Stencil. Top 3 Value bombs: 1. How to sandblast stencils 2. How to create new designs 3. Learning how to say NO! …
#42: 4 ways to glaze your pottery
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery you will learn about the 4 ways to glaze your pottery. These 4 different ways each get different effects and all of them have different levels of learning. Technique 1: Brushing (level easy) …
#41 Why do we trim our pots?
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery you will learn the importance of trimming our pots. Trimming is one of those things that can either be enjoyable or can be completely uncomfortable, we will give you 4 reasons why you …
#40 Combining Wheel Thrown With Handbuilding Techniques w/ Wesley T B…
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we had the amazing Wesley T Brown. Wesley makes some incredible looking pottery that is truly unique. Top 3 Value Bombs: How to combine wheel thrown with handbuilding Wesley's best advice to get …
#39 How do I trim my pottery?
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about how to trim your pottery. Trimming is one of those things if you don't have the right steps before hand can be a real pain in the booty. You will …
#38 Finding a shape that you like
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about finding a shape you like when you are making your pottery. When you are able to find your shape it makes everything so much smoother. What you will learn on …
#37 Anime and Pottery w/ Summer Whiteside
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres we had Summer Whiteside on. Summer makes some incredibly detailed anime mugs. you will learn a bunch from this episode Top 3 value bombs: How to make anime mugs! The …
#36 What to do after shaping your pottery!
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery you will learn what to do after you shaped you pottery. Often times this is forgotten but doing these things will help when it comes time to trimming your pots. What you will …
#35 Dont forget the rim
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the rim. The rim is often over looked but it is a crucial part to making pottery. What You Will Learn On This Episode: How to make a good rim …
#34 Making Botanically Inspired Pottery w/ Emily Brawner
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we interviewed Emily Brawner. Emily makes some amazing pottery that is Botanically inspired that she uses a combination of sculpted and carving designs. 3 Value Bombs: The steps Emily Uses to make her...
#33 How to Make a Bowl
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about making a bowl. Making a bowl is different than making a vase but it also helps you get better at throwing on the wheel. You will learn: how to make …
#32 How to Make a Vase
On this episode of Shaping your Pottery we talk about how to make a Vase. Making a vase is important to learn because pretty much every thing you will have a vase shape whether it is big or small it …
#31 Making Designs and Getting Your Glaze to Drip w/ Amy James
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres we Interviewed Amy James. Amy has been making pottery since 2012 she has developed a style that suits her. She will make some awesome designs and Uses glaze to really …
#30 How to Shape Your Pottery
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about how to shape your pottery after pulling a cylinder. Getting good at this part will allow you to make all kinds of shapes. You will learn: How to shape your …
#29 Find Your Throwing Style
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery With Nic Torres we talk about finding your own throwing style. Finding your own throwing style is very important because something can work for one person but can be totally different for someone …
#28 Making Woodfired Pottery with Andrew Linderman
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres we interview Andrew Linderman. Andrew focuses on using woodfired techniques to finish his pottery and also a resident at Cobb Mtn Art & Ecology Project. In this episode you will …
#27 Mistakes when pulling the clay
On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the mistakes that happen when pulling the clay. There are two types of mistakes when pulling the clay Outside forces and Inside forces Outside forces are what you can't control …