The Mud Peddlers: Ceramic Art Behind the Scenes

By Lindsey M Dillon and Donte Earth NationArts Visual Arts

The Mud Peddlers: Ceramic Art Behind the Scenes episodes

April 06 122. Interview w/ Linda of Tea Cozy: “We’re drinking top tier sh*t right now…”
Even though they weren’t at NCECA, Lindsey and Donte had a grand time chatting ceramics and tea with local tea aficionado and Sacramento business owner Linda of Tea Cozy.
There’s talk of Tea 101 for the leaf-curious, the connection between tea and the vessels used to drink it, and how you can save some cash on your next matcha latte -- 'cuz it's gettin' crazy out there.
Need a cuppa? Want to do cool tea things with other cool tea people? Check out Tea Cozy’s shop and events page on their website at TeaCozy.biz, and follow them on socials @teacozy_arthouse
What do you like about drinking tea? The ritual, the flavor, the habit of going to your favorite shop?
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
1 hr 16 min
February 05 121. New year, new job, who dis?
Last year’s highlights. This year’s hopes. Lindsey and Donte are back for a late New Year’s check-in. There’s talk of glaze calculators, post-apocalyptic merchants, and Donte’s unexpected…marriage?
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
50 min
November 25, 2025 120. Studio Update: Japan and New York and New Glazes oh my!
Lindsey and Donte catch up after coming back from two very different trips. There’s talk of Lindsey’s aesthetic aspirations, Donte’s change of heart with Mason stains, and why sometimes sh*t feels so crazy you gotta have at least a few minutes of freshman poli-sci in a ceramics podcast.
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
1 hr 2 min
September 29, 2025 Episode 119: Teaching Tips: "The Dad effect."
Ever thought about teaching a workshop or class? Lindsey and Donte chat about their experiences teaching, and share some tips for both beginners and those with some experience. There’s talk of class structure, communication styles…and how a switch on your pottery wheel can make you a better teacher.
Interested in mocha diffusion? In the Syracuse, NY area? Sign up for Donte’s Workshop with Clayscapes!
https://www.clayscapespottery.com/products/mocha-diffusion-with-donte-cuellar
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
49 min
September 10, 2025 118. Live from NCECA: Chat w/ Mayco
Clay types and cooling rates and glaze absorption oh my! Donte sits down with Carmen Allen (@shapethevoidstudios) of Mayco to chat about finding flexibility and customization through glaze testing. Donte also brings along questions from his students, and asks why those Mayco test tiles look like more than just teardrops..
Interested in mocha diffusion? In the Syracuse, NY area? Sign up for Donte’s Workshop with Clayscapes!
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
36 min
August 12, 2025 117. “You ded?”
We’re not. We promise. Here’s an update filled with new jobs, new glazes, and new things on the horizon.
Interested in mocha diffusion? In the Syracuse, NY area? Sign up for Donte’s Workshop with Clayscapes!
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
55 min
June 16, 2025 116. Live from NCECA: Chat w/ Amaco Brent
Join Donte for a chat with Cory Brown (@corybrownceramics) and Stephen Creech (@creechoftheeast) of AMACO Brent. There’s talk of the behind-the-scenes of product development, wading through glaze mysteries, and dream projects for these ceramics nerds.
Thank you so much Cory and Stephen for taking your time to chat with The Mud Peddlers!
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
1 hr 1 min
May 20, 2025 115. Myth-busting mocha diffusion: “I wanna double – triple – check…”
Donte walks Lindsey along his road busting some myths about mocha diffusion. There’s talk of viscous fingering, authority figures and critical thinking, and curiosity.
Have you ever tried mocha diffusion in your work?
P.S. This video was recorded a week ago, so Donte’s video should be out next week, and Donte’s patrons should have early access now!
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
53 min
April 30, 2025 113. Live from NCECA: Chat w/ Skutt
Donte chats with Jim Skutt and Chad Stewart of Skutt. Yes. That Skutt. There’s talk of firing best practices, the future of ceramics education, some really impactful new projects coming down the pipeline, Donte’s ultimate kiln feature wish list…and the definitive answer to how many peep holes to leave open during a firing.
What would you have asked Skutt if you were sitting with Donte in this episode?
Tell us in the comments or tag us @earthnationceramics or @lindseymdillon.
Find out what’s new with Skutt at skutt.com and on social media @skuttkilns and @skuttwheels, and head to skutt.com/kidsneedclay to find out about a brand new project this lawful good company is working on.
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
1 hr 11 min
April 22, 2025 112. NCECA Debrief: "Aren't you like...royalty?"
Lindsey interviews Donte about his recent experience at NCECA, or the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts. There's talk of new clays, celebrity meetups, how Donte managed his social battery...and some ceramics world royalty he got to meet >_>
If you didn’t go to NCECA, were there any shared stories from the event that inspired you? If you went to NCECA, what’s a favorite memory from the event?
Tell us in the comments or tag us @earthnationceramics or @lindseymdillon!
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About Your Hosts
Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.
Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.
Find Lindsey
Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com
Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon
Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon
Find Donte
Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com
Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics
Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics
Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics
TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics
Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y
1 hr 1 min