Trade Secret

Do you remember the ceramics field before the internet? How we got information about what galleries, colleges, and studio artists were doing was radically different. Garth Clark (Cfile) and Namita Gupta Wiggers (Critical Craft Forum) describe how they've built online platforms to look at creative culture in a whole new way.

Skutt is a proud sponsor of Trade Secret. Skutt Ceramic Products has been manufacturing equipment for Potters since 1953. Skutt's reputation as a pioneer in innovative kiln design continues with the 4th generation of this family-owned Business. Their KilnMaster Touchscreen controller offers a sleek, smartphone like interface, that is intuitive and packed with powerful tools that allow potters to easily program, diagnose and remotely monitor their kilns. With 5 dedicated kiln technicians on staff and the most comprehensive network of distributors across the globe, you can be assured that Skutt will be there for you before and after the sale. For more information on their line of kilns visit www.skutt.com.

What is the actual definition of 'Design'? It's an allusive category as everything made by us is essentially designed. Johnathan Hopp and Rae Stern talk about their experiences in design school and how it has transformed their ceramic practice. The conversation goes from individual design all the way to mass production, an interesting listen for those who want to see the full spectrum.

Skutt is a proud sponsor of Trade Secret. Skutt Ceramic Products has been manufacturing equipment for Potters since 1953. Skutt's reputation as a pioneer in innovative kiln design continues with the 4th generation of this family-owned Business. Their KilnMaster Touchscreen controller offers a sleek, smartphone like interface, that is intuitive and packed with powerful tools that allow potters to easily program, diagnose and remotely monitor their kilns. With 5 dedicated kiln technicians on staff and the most comprehensive network of distributors across the globe, you can be assured that Skutt will be there for you before and after the sale. For more information on their line of kilns visit www.skutt.com.

Ceramics is apt for repeating forms on a physical level, but what about the conceptual nature of repetition? Bryan Czibesz and Linda Lopez shed insight into their practice and why/how repetition plays a role in the studio; listen to their approach to making both hands on and off.

What are the benefits of mentorship? Adam Chau talks with Angelik Vizcarrondo-Laboy and Gerald Brown about the Curatorial Fellowship with Artaxis and The Color Network. In June 2021, Gerald Brown curated the five-person virtual exhibit Speaking with Precision.

Does teaching ceramics differ if you are at a college from a community center? How about a preschool? Judith Schwartz, PhD and April Felipe discuss teaching methods and the power to unleash creative expression.

Reading didactics on the wall of a gallery or museum is just as influential to our understanding of objects that are being displayed. In this episode, Navva Milliken and Jennifer Zwilling discuss the role of creating context within institutional spaces.

What are the real differences between Sculpture departments and Ceramic Departments? Jennifer Ling Datchuk and Wade Macdonald talk about using different materials within ceramics. We discuss the education system in the US and encourage the use of mixed media with a core in ceramics.

Artists and educators Roberto Lugo and Julia Galloway talk about emerging into their careers. This conversation delves into transition points and new directions in the careers of artists.

Listen in as host Adam Chau talks about the concept for Trade Secret and what's to come in season one.