Wheel Talk

On this episode Ryan & Becca talk about how they are adjusting to the hard times we've found ourselves in these past few weeks. COVID-19 is hitting each of us differently and small businesses around the country/world are feeling the pressure right now. We share a bit about how we individually have made changes these past couple weeks and plan to proceed throughout the year. We also answer a couple listener questions.

Listener Questions
On this episode:
- Can “non-potters” attend the conferences you guys talk about?
- Do you like communication from customers? Questions like: those that are interested in your pieces & have a specific question about colors, size, shipping costs, are you going to be making more of a certain style/piece, do you do custom work, etc. Or, would you rather they just leave you alone to work?
- What are examples of your best customers and worst customers?

Send us questions for our new segment so we can answer anything you've been thinking about and need an answer to. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].

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On this episode Ryan & Becca join some clay friends while Becca is on a trip to the midwest for a week. We are joined from potters all over the region including Rebecca Graves (Indianapolis, IN), Andrew Linderman (Milwaukee, WI), and Doug McIndoe (Coldwater, MI). What's better than talking shop with some clay buddies over dinner?

Find links to our clay friends below:
Rebecca Graves - @gravesco, gravescopottery.com
Andrew Linderman - @lindermanpottery, lindermanpottery.com
Doug McIndoe - @doug_mcindoe
Rooster Kitchen - @roosters.kitchen, roostersindy.com

Listener Questions
Send us questions for our new segment so we can answer anything you've been thinking about and need an answer to. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].

Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!

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On this episode Ryan & Becca talk about how to be a professional 'failure.' How do you bounce back from a situation that didn't have the best result? These failures could be something huge (a shelf of work collapsing in your studio) or minimal (making a form that doesn't sell as well as you thought). We also answer a couple listener questions.

Listener Questions
On this episode:
- What temperature do you fire to?
- What day is best to attend at NCECA?
- When are you ready to sell?

Send us questions for our new segment so we can answer anything you've been thinking about and need an answer to. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].

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On this episode, Ryan & Becca sit down for a chat with Amanda Schwartz from Doghouse Pottery. Amanda works full-time in digital advertising & part-time as a potter in North Hero, Vermont. We learn how Amanda got into clay, Instagram life vs reality, depression as a maker, progressing as an artist, studio safety (including a few horror stories), and wholesale orders. We loved our talk and thanks so much to Amanda for coming on the podcast.

Find more about Amanda Schwartz and her work here:
Instagram - @doghouse_pottery
Facebook - Doghouse Pottery
Website - https://www.doghousepotteryvt.com/

We hope to bring you more of these interview style episodes in the future as we hang out with other makers inside and outside of the clay medium. Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback or who we should interview next!

Listener Questions
Send us questions for our new segment so we can answer anything you've been thinking about and need an answer to. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram:
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Wheel Talk YouTube Channel

On this episode, Ryan & Becca answer a couple listener questions. They then dig into the topic of custom orders. Are they for you or not? We've made a handful of custom orders over the years between us and have various experiences from them. As you progress, you will get a better idea of the commissions you are willing to take on and those you want to pass on.

Listener Questions
On this episode:
- What's a typical day like in the paint-a-pot studio?
- Do you need to add water to soak the plaster lining your damp boxes before using them?

Send us questions for our new segment so we can answer anything you've been thinking about and need an answer to. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].

Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!

Follow us on Instagram:
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@rdceramics
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Wheel Talk YouTube Channel

On this episode, Ryan & Becca discuss insecurities & growth as an artist and small business owner. Self awareness is important as you progress in your art & craft. Comparing yourself to others, figuring out your worth, pricing your work, improving in your business, & imposter syndrome are all realities of being a maker/artist. We both share some tips that help us get motivated and excited during our process & where we have doubts along the way. It's a continuous process when we are learning & addressing new challenges is just part of our daily lives, whether we are working in clay or not.

Listener Questions
Send us questions for our new segment so we can answer anything you've been thinking about and need an answer to. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at [email protected].

Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!

Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespotterystudio

Email us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:
[email protected]

Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 per month: https://patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast

Follow us on Instagram:
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Wheel Talk YouTube Channel

On this episode, Ryan & Becca discuss how to build a space that fits your work style & setting boundaries for your studio time. Some of us work in community studios and finding time to focus 100% on a project can be really hard sometimes, whether you are socializing, answering peer's questions, or getting distracted on your phone. It's okay to throw on those huge headphones or turn your wheel towards the wall so you can get something done. One of the most prevalent distractions these days is our phones. How do social media and apps fit into your day? Listen in to find out how much we get distracted on social media these days.

Listener Questions
Send us questions for our new segment so we can answer anything you've been thinking about and need an answer to. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email to [email protected].

Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!

Follow us on Instagram:
@wheeltalkpodcast
@rdceramics
@5linespotterystudio

Email us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:
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Wheel Talk YouTube Channel

On this episode, Ryan & Becca hang out with clay friends at Clay Con West while they prep for the conference weekend ahead. They are joined by Ryan Reich, Andrew Linderman, Victoria Pamlenyi, & Denise Muckleroy Young. Enjoy this informal discussion about process, art fairs, 2020 plans, & there's a fire in the studio! Thanks to The Tilted Kiln for having us in their studio.

Find links to our clay friends below:
Ryan Reich - @ryanreichceramics, sneakermugs.com
Andrew Linderman - @lindermanpottery, lindermanpottery.com
Victoria Pamlenyi - @claytasticvictoria
Denise Muckleroy Young - @happyturtlekilnarts
The Tilted Kiln (Saint George, Utah)

Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!

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Wheel Talk YouTube Channel

On this episode, Ryan & Becca recap their first time at Clay Con West this past week. Becca sold some work & demonstrated how to get more efficient on the wheel, while Ryan helped some of the other presenters and enjoyed all the conference demonstrations. This conference is only in their second year so it's up and coming. The conference is hosted in Saint George, Utah, which was absolutely gorgeous this time of year with plenty of sunshine, amazing scenery, and nearby trails if you are into hiking. We plan to get more involved next year and hope to see you there in the future.

Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!

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Wheel Talk YouTube Channel

On this episode, Ryan & Becca address questions about attending the NCECA (National Council of Education for the Ceramic Arts) clay conference. Becca attended her first one last year and Richmond 2020 will be Ryan's third year in a row. Conferences can be a very different experience from one person to another. NCECA's conference in particular can be a bit overwhelming for a first-time attendee with the long agenda, thousands of attendees, and so much artwork to see. Many artists are introverts as well, so figure out the best schedule for you and don't feel bad if you need to recharge as the weekend progresses. We hope to see you at an upcoming clay conference, whether it's NCECA, Clay Con West, or something else.

Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!

Follow us on Instagram:
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Wheel Talk YouTube Channel