This time, gifted graphic designer Jane Pellicciotto joins the Polymer Week Podcast to talk about expanding her creative horizons through the art of jewelry making.

Working with a diverse range of materials, including polymer clay, Jane embraces hands-on physical work. She enjoys getting her hands dirty and helping people feel creative, beautiful, and interesting.

Enjoy this brand-new episode as we explore Jane’s fascination with patterns, textures, and the life around her.

Today’s episode of the Polymer Week Podcast features American artist Christopher Notbusch, known for his fantastical polymer-clay sculptures.

His journey began at just ten years old, when his grandmother gifted him a book on modeling with polymer clay. 

From that early spark, Christopher built a remarkable career: he is now one of the most recognized sculptors in the field, sharing his techniques and insights through live streams that draw thousands of fans worldwide.

Phil Porter, a California-based artist, creates with every piece of his soul.

From textile art and graphic design to dance—and of course, polymer clay—his work is known for bold colour choices, playful surfaces, and a fearless drive to push boundaries.

He’s also the co-founder of InterPlay, an arts-based practice and philosophy that has spread internationally.

In this podcast episode, we explore Phil’s story, his early experiments with polymer clay, and the deep curiosity that continues to fuel his artwork. 

As a movie miniaturist working for film and television, Caroline McFarlane-Watts brought polymer clay into the spotlight in the entertainment world.

Her sculptures have appeared on TV, she’s served as a judge on the HBO competition show Craftopia, and her work has been showcased in galleries worldwide.

From her studio Tall Tales Productions in Los Angeles, she now produces collectible figurines sold in over fifty countries.

We sat down with Caroline to talk about her journey, the charm of sculpting, and how she turned her passion into global success.

Few polymer clay artists explore, experiment, and dive as deeply into the artistic process as Christine Dumont. Known for her refined work combining polymer clay with metal, she also works with a variety of unexpected materials.

Lucy sat down with Christine at the Polymer Week 2024 event to talk about her approach to polymer and design, her experience guiding others through teaching, and how she explores a deeper creative path.

After relocating from the USA to Italy and starting her journey in a small apartment in Florence, Sara Amrhein’s artistic path took a new direction when she began working with polymer clay. Inspired by the enchanting streets, impressive architecture, and the beauty of the surrounding nature, Sara discovered her passion for creating bold, colorful jewelry that radiates beauty and confidence.

For this episode of the Polymer Week Podcast, we visited Sara in her studio in the heart of Florence and talked about her inspiring journey that led her to become a full-time artist.

In this episode of the Polymer Week Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Joseph Barbaccia, an internationally recognized artist known for his innovative use of polymer clay, creating striking polymer clay paintings and portraits. 

With a background in fine arts and an impressive range of mediums, Joseph blends digital techniques with hands-on craftsmanship. Today, he’ll share insights into his creative process, the role of play in his work, and how polymer clay became his medium of choice.

Cindy Tanartah is the mastermind behind ANDSEE, a brand that creates mismatched dream earrings and wearable art from polymer clay highly focused on detail. Born and raised in Indonesia, Cindy's heritage and culture have been a major source of inspiration for her work. 

Join me in this engaging conversation where I talk with Cindy about her business, cultural aspects, community, and dreams.

There is no one who has not heard of her or her brand of clay. Donna Kato has been working with polymer clay for decades and as an icon, she has inspired people from all over the world to work with this material as well, starting on television, teaching classes in many different countries, and sharing knowledge online. 

Make yourself a cup of tea and enjoy listening to the Polymer Week Podcast where Lucy talks with Donna about her beginnings, developing her own polymer clay, and her latest projects.

In this episode, Cynthia Tinapple sits down with Lucy to discuss her love for polymer clay and how it inspired her to start Polymer Clay Daily. They also delve into the past and future of this versatile material, as well as Cynthia's experience with helping women in prison.