Discovering your unique voice in pottery can be very difficult if you do it alone. That is why The Shaping Your Pottery podcast was made to help potters like yourself to help you find your voice, standout from the crowd, and help you enjoy making pottery
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Discovering your unique voice in pottery can be very difficult if you do it alone. That is why The Shaping Your Pottery podcast was made to help potters like yourself to help you find your voice, standout from the crowd, and help you enjoy making pottery
In this episode of Shaping Your Pottery, host Nic Torres interviews Kelly Witmer, a talented artist known for her unique combination of clay and glass in her pottery. Kelly shares her journey of overcoming rejection, the evolution of her work, and the experimentation that helped her find her distinctive pottery voice. The conversation covers everything from Kelly's early struggles in art school to her experience in combining glass and clay, the impact of various inspirations like human anatomy and nature, and the importance of continuous learning and adaptation. Additionally, Kelly discusses the business side of being an artist, the significance of residencies, and offers insightful advice for aspiring artists. Listeners will learn practical tips about working with ceramics and glass, as well as motivational advice on perseverance and creative exploration. You can learn more about kelly by checking out her website https://www.kellywitmer.com/
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00:00 Introduction to Kelly Witmer 00:41 Overcoming Rejection as an Artist 01:52 Journey into Pottery and Sculptures 02:54 Combining Ceramics and Glass 05:11 Artistic Inspirations and Techniques 07:18 Exploring Multiple Art Forms 08:11 Creating Glass and Ceramic Sculptures 09:22 Advice for Aspiring Artists 10:15 The Business Side of Art 14:44 Discovering Your Artistic Voice 15:25 The Importance of Artistic Communities 17:44 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres
Discovering your unique voice in pottery can be very difficult if you do it alone. That is why The Shaping Your Pottery podcast was made to help potters like yourself to help you find your voice, standout from the crowd, and help you enjoy making pottery
