Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres

#280 Pottery, Folklore, and Growth: A Journey with Dawn Candy


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I had the pleasure of engaging in a captivating conversation with renowned pottery maker, Dawn Candy. Dawn's unique storytelling approach to pottery is truly a sight to behold as she masterfully amalgamates her interpretations of the natural world with the mystical elements of folklore, mythology, and superstition. Dawn passionately recounts her transition to full-time pottery, the hurdles she overcame, and the significance of documenting the process. She generously shares essential tips for budding potters aiming to make their first 10 sales and how to identify your unique voice within the pottery realm.

Our journey with Dawn doesn't stop there. We further delve into the vast world of pottery and the concept of creative growth. Openness and curiosity are key when venturing into new territories, and Dawn illustrates how this mindset can completely revolutionize your work. The best part? You'll get to hear about the pivotal moment that reassured her she was on the right path with her pottery. This episode is filled to the brim with invaluable insights and wisdom from Don, making it an absolute must-listen for all pottery enthusiasts and those interested in embracing their creativity.

You can learn more about Dawn by checking out her Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/littlesisterpottery/

Top 3 Value Bombs:

1. Embrace Curiosity: The guest, Dawn Candy, emphasizes the significance of maintaining an open and curious mindset when attempting something new. She illustrates how this approach can completely transform one's work and contribute to creative growth.

2. Discovering Your Unique Voice: Dawn shares her journey of discovering her unique voice within the realm of pottery. She stresses the importance of not just copying someone else's work, but identifying what you specifically like about their work and incorporating those elements into your own unique style. 

3. The Value of Process and Documentation: Dawn reveals the importance of thoroughly documenting the process of creating pottery. She explains how maintaining detailed records of what worked and what didn't can help avoid repeating mistakes and contribute to continuous improvement in one's craft.

and so much more

Resources:

The Questions we ask will determine how our pottery will look like that's why I created a Free 15 questions to help you discover your voice template go grab it here www.shapingyourpottery.com/questions

Take this Free Quiz to see how close you are to finding your pottery voice click here to take the quiz shapingyourpottery.com/quiz 

 

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