One of the best things we can do to love others is the make sure you are caring for yourself. In this conversation Heath and Victoria talk about getting out of an unbalanced life and take some good care of themselves. To listen in on this conversation click HERE.
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Creating a Destiny | Renee Zantay | Episode 745
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Renee Zantay | Episode 745
On September 1, 2019 Renee Zantay lost her property, job, and community to Hurricane Dorian- a direct hit to the island that knocked out power on the for 475 days. In the wake of this catastrophe Renee’s husband suggested that she should follow her dream and become a potter. Renee miraculous found gas kiln and wheel. Using the power of social media Renee started selling product before her first firing. As an avid self promoter she started using hashtags like #Notatrainedkilntechnician. to gain traction. Renee now volunteers to teach a homeschool class that she funds with my ceramics.
Making a Comeback from Disaster with Renee Zantay
Everyone has hard times from time to time, but making a comeback from complete disaster is another story. Renee did just that after her and her husband went through a hurricane that destroyed everything in its wake. She tells us what it is like to make a comeback from this huge loss. To listen in on this conversation, click HERE.
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A Process Talk | Francesca Kaye | Episode 744
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Francesca Kaye | Episode 744
Respect Healthy Boundaries | Kate Froese | Episode 743
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Kate Froese | Episode 743
Kate Froese creates functional ceramics that focus on comfort, quality, and finish out of her home studio in Manitoba. Kate has a passion for nature and the outdoors, especially Rural and Northern Canada. That love shows up in Kate’s clay work. Kate enjoys living a relaxed and creative life.
“It’s Functional Work And Its Function Is To Pay The Bills” | Chris Long | Episode 742
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Chris Long | Episode 742
Chris Long is a full time studio potter living and working in central Austin, Texas. When not on tour with his band “Hikes”, Chris can be found making pots in the studio he built in 2017. The aim of Chris’ work is to make comfortable pots that are visually engaging.
He’s A Community Guy | Joe Lyons | Episode 741
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Joe Lyons | Episode 741
Joseph Lyons discovered his love for clay as a child in Seattle, Washington. Jos emigrated to Canada in 2016 to attend Vancouver Island University. Joe received multiple awards and scholarships for his commitment to community engagement and service while enrolled. Joe received a Visual Arts degree from VIU and worked as studio assistant in the Ceramics classroom. He graduated in Spring 2020. Joe has sold his art at multiple shops and galleries in the BC area. Joe volunteers at local schools, working with youth, leading pottery workshops. He is an active member of the Tozan Woodfire Society. Joe is a ceramic instructor at The Hub in Cowichan Station working with Cathi Jefferson and Nanaimo Ceramic Arts for Bronwyn Arundel.
Imposter Syndrome | Tasha Renee | Episode 740
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Tasha Renne | Episode 740
Power of Reels | Kat & Harry Dellamater | Episode 739
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Kat & Harry Dellamater | Episode 739
Kat & Harry Dellamater creates whimsical, highly detailed, free form ceramic tile along with their own steel frames in their studio/fabrication shop in the mountains above Boise, Idaho. Kat & Harry met and married on their property over 30 years ago and have been professional artists for the last 10 years.
A Playful Artist | Celia Feldberg | Episode 738
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Celia Feldberg | Episode 738
Celia Feldberg graduated with a BFA in ceramics from MassArt in 2019. Celia is currently focusing on wheel thrown and sgraffitoed red clay pottery. Celia draws animals to tell stories about our everyday lives and emotions.