In this episode of Shaping Your Pottery, Mike Griffin shares his journey and insights in the pottery world. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, experimenting with new techniques, and seeking inspiration from fellow potters. From his initial discovery of pottery at Alfred University to his innovative approach to hand-building and his recognition in Ceramics Monthly, Mike's story is filled with lessons on overcoming fear, making mistakes, and having fun. He also provides practical advice on leveraging community studios and entering pottery shows to grow as an artist. Listeners are encouraged to explore Mike's work on Instagram and join his upcoming workshops.  You can learn more about Mike by checking out his instagram https://www.instagram.com/mike_griffin_ceramics/

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00:00 Introduction and Free Pottery Themes

00:48 The Importance of Continuous Learning in Pottery

01:34 Mike's Journey into Pottery

03:17 Encouragement and Growth as an Artist

05:14 Community Studios and Learning Opportunities

06:24 Developing a Unique Pottery Style

11:36 Switching from Wheel Throwing to Hand Building

18:53 Finding Your Voice in Pottery

21:55 Opportunities and Recognition

25:51 Final Thoughts and Advice 

26:22 Outro and Additional Resources