“The Farside” of Clay | Dave Zackin | Episode 580

Dave Zackin | Episode 580

Dave Zackin studied animation at RISD, taught art classes for adults with schizophrenia for a few years, redesigned the recycling stickers for the City of New York, and then got into ceramics. Dave’s work, mostly depicting old men with big noses, is often made from greenware and bisquware discarded by others.

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Being a Leader | Louis Reilly | Episode 579

Louis Reilly | Episode 579

Louis Reilly has been making functional pottery since 2008. Louis maintains a steady studio practice and exhibits his work internationally. Louis obtained his BFA in 2009 from the University of Missouri-Columbia and his MFA in 2013 from Utah State University. Louis serves as Studio Coordinator at KC Clay Guild and teaches ceramics at Benedictine College.

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Working a Non-Profit with Louis Reilly

There is a lot value in working for a non-profit charity. Louis talks about his experience as a leader of a non-profit. He also talks through his thoughts on the difference between a non-profit versus a charity. These are great insights for anyone wanting to give their skills to a non-profit. To listen in to this conversation, click HERE.

 

 

Getting Your Feet Under You | Michelle Miolla | Episode 578

Michelle Miolla | Episode 578

Michelle Miolla is  a potter living in the mountains of North Carolina in a town called Vilas, right outside of Boone. Michelle has her BFA in clay from Appalachian State University. Michelle primarily handbuilds, but also loves to throw on the wheel. Michelle also bartends at Appalachian Mountain Brewery, Boone’s first brewery!

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Three Avenues of Sales | Rosemarie Durr | Episode 577

Rosemarie Durr | Episode 577

Rosemarie Durr is a Kilkenny based Irish potter who hand throws a range of contemporary stoneware tableware which is designed for everyday use. Rosemarie has a background in design and her distinctive powder blue and buttermilk white glazes are uplifting and fit into every home and lifestyle. The pots are thrown finely and are light to the touch. Rosemarie shares her studio and shop with ceramic artist husband Andrew Ludick.

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How to Run a Pop Up Shop with Rosemarie Durr

Instead of owning that brick and mortar business day in and day out, here is one way to run a store… for a short time! It is called a pop up shop. Rosemarie has been involved in pop up shops for a number of years and she tells us what the process looks like and how to do one. To listen in to this conversation, click HERE.

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“Say ‘Yes!’, and We’ll Work Out The Details Later.” | Zeynep Testoni | Episode 576

Zeynep Testoni | Episode 576

Zeynep Testoni’s work is inspired by the ocean and natural surrounds of her home in the seaside village of Gerroa, two hours south of Sydney in NSW, Australia. Zeynep has chosen ceramics as her ‘encore career’ after teaching English in secondary schools for almost 30 years. Zeynep’s home studio is becoming a thriving local hub for pottery enthusiasts.

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