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Nov. 4, 2022

#68 Masculine vs Feminine forms in pottery

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about Masculine vs Feminine forms in pottery. You will learn why it matters  how choosing between the two can actually help you discover your voice and much more If you want to start discovering...

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Nov. 2, 2022

#67 Focus on a few things for maximum pottery growth

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the power of focusing on few things in pottery. You will learn why you should be focusing on just a few things How it actually leads to more sales and how it makes everything less complicated. if...

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Oct. 31, 2022

#66 Understanding Crystalline Glazes w/ Andy Boswell

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to interview Andy Boswell. Andy makes pottery Using Crystalline Glazes which are absolutely incredible. Top 3 Value bombs:  1. How create effects with your Crystalline Glazes 2. Being More efficient...

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Oct. 29, 2022

#65 Being Inspired by Domestic Spaces w/ Marissa Childers

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to interview Marissa Childers. Marissa has been featured in 2022 ceramic monthly's rising artist. Marissa is very inspired by Domestic Spaces that greatly influence her pottery. Top 3 value bombs: 1....

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Oct. 28, 2022

#64 Why you should make each pot better than the last!

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about why it's important to make each piece of pottery better than the last. This is one the best ways to start discovering your voice with your pottery. Subscribe to Shaping Your Pottery here if you...

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Oct. 26, 2022

#63 Try everything in pottery

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the power of trying everything in pottery. The more you experiment the more you are going to find what you like and don't like. Subscibe to Shaping Your Pottery here If you have questions about...

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Oct. 24, 2022

#62 How to make Lava Bloom mugs w/ Natalee Carr

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got interview Natalee Carr. Natalee makes really interesting pottery that she calls lava bloom mugs by carving and using underglazes Top 3 value bombs: How to make a Lava Bloom Mug Making pottery with other...

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Oct. 22, 2022

#61 How to tell a story with your pottery w/ Celia Feldberg

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to interview Celia Feldberg. Celia makes some really wonderful illustrations for her pottery that tell a story. Top 3 Value bombs: 1. how to make illustrative pottery 2. The Power of building...

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Oct. 21, 2022

#60 My Origin Story

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery you will hear my origin story how started to become obsessed about pottery. Hope you like it Listen and Subscribe to other episodes here If you have question about pottery send them to Nic on Instagram

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Oct. 19, 2022

#59 Why you should keep your pottery simple

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about why you should make your pottery simple. Keeping your pottery simple is a great way to discover your voice and keep you being overwhelmed. Listen to other episodes here If you question about...

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Oct. 17, 2022

#58 How to carve animals onto your pottery w/ Kyra Miller

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to Interview Kyra Miller. Kyra makes some amazingly detailed animal carvings. Top 3 value bombs: How to carve animals onto your pottery? Taking Inspiration From nature Starting Simple  and so much...

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Oct. 14, 2022

#57 What are the 3 ways to alter your pottery?

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery I give you 3 ways you can alter your pottery that are simple and can start doing immediately. Altering your pottery is an easy and simple way for you to start developing your voice with your pottery Have...

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Oct. 12, 2022

#56 Don't Be afraid to mess up your pottery!

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery I go deeper on not being afraid to mess up your pottery from the conversation with Martha Grover.  Messing up your pottery can be scary because we spent so much time and effort to try and make that one...

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Oct. 10, 2022

#55 Learning to Alter Your Pottery w/ Martha Grover

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to interview Martha Grover. Martha has a ton experience with pottery her knowledge is really incredible. Top 3 Value bombs: How to alter porcelain Teaching Workshops Learning to destroy your pottery and...

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Oct. 7, 2022

#54 Have the Intention to improve your pottery

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about having the intention to improve your pottery. Without the intention to actually to improve your pottery your pottery will just be good rather then great. And it could be the difference between your...

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Oct. 5, 2022

#53: The 4 mistakes that prevent you from developing your voice!

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the 4 mistakes that keep you from discovering your own unique pottery voice. You will learn why these mistakes keep from developing your voice and how to prevent them. The faster you can stop...

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Oct. 3, 2022

#52 Adding Animals to wheel thrown Pottery w/ Kelsey Schroeder

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to Interview Kelsey Schroeder. Kelsey Makes some really detailed animal sculptures with her wheel thrown pottery. Top 3 value bombs:  How to make sculpted animals and combine them with your wheel...

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Oct. 1, 2022

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So many potters make the mistake of making pottery just to try and sell and make a quick buck. But that is just backwords so I am thinking of creating a 6 step audio program to help you uncover your unique voice wih your pottery so you can start...

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Sept. 30, 2022

#51: What are the 3 levels to discovering your unique pottery voice?

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the 3 levels to discovering your own unique voice in pottery You will learn about the 3 levels and why it is important to know them Level 1: Make it easy Level 2: Discover Level 3: Experiment ...

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Sept. 28, 2022

#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 your voice  Nicheing down...

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Sept. 26, 2022

#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 full time in...

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Sept. 23, 2022

#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 what you want keeps...

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Sept. 21, 2022

#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 be doing to make pottery easy...

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Sept. 19, 2022

#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 gap between highschool and...

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