The Mud Peddlers: Ceramic Art Behind the Scenes

Lindsey and Donte continue their exploration of a question from listener @harta.vs. This episode's “eureka” moments focus on the emotional. There’s talk of who defines value, what defines success, and exactly how many tears Lindsey shed over her grad school application.What’s one of your biggest emotional eureka moments? Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!Referenced artists/organizations:Beautiful Bizarre Magazine (@beautifulbizarremagazine)Companion Gallery (@companiongallery)Angel Crespo (@redivider_)_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store – lindseymdillon.comPatreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillonInstagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon Find DonteWebsite and online store – earthnationceramics.comPatreon – patreon.com/EarthnationceramicsYoutube – Earth Nation CeramicsInstagram – @earth_nation_ceramicsTikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramicsJoin the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y

It’s big breakthroughs this week as Lindsey and Donte answer a listener question from @harta.vs in way more detail than anyone wanted! It’s “eureka” moments, or situations where a lightbulb went off and changed everything. This week it’s technical breakthroughs – what ours have been, and how we think you can find your own.What’s one of your biggest technical eureka moments?Referenced artists:Sue McLeod @suemcleodceramicsTell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store – lindseymdillon.comPatreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillonInstagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon Find DonteWebsite and online store – earthnationceramics.comPatreon – patreon.com/EarthnationceramicsYoutube – Earth Nation CeramicsInstagram – @earth_nation_ceramicsTikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramicsJoin the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y

Lindsey and Donte catch up after Lindsey’s sudden and semi-mysterious disappearance. There’s talk of sand and washing machines, debates over lowering prices, and discussions of all the adult things that occupied Donte while Lindsey was away.Also Donte is starting a new in-person class at Industrial Minerals Co. (IMCO). If you’re in the Sacramento area, keep an eye out for when sign-ups open up!https://www.clayimco.com/classesIsn’t it crazy that it’s already May? 'Cuz *we* think it’s crazy it’s already May…what even is time?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

In this special vlog-style podcast, Lindsey and Donte document their time at NCECA 2023. From sleep-deprived flights to amped-up live podcasting sessions, join them at they share each day's experience during the nation's largest ceramics convention.Did you go to NCECA? What was your favorite part? If you were to go, what would you be most interested in seeing?Referenced Artists/Institutions:Tim See (@timseeclay)Sarah Kin CeramicsAnne Egitto (@littlepotteryventure)Clayscapes Pottery Inc. (@clayscapes_pottery)Leah Harvell aka Queen Amethyst (@queenamethystceramics)Queen City Clay (@queencityclay)Nivia Toro (@croziers.pottery)Virgil Ortiz (@virgilortiz)PJ Anderson (@pjandersonceramics)Justin Paik Reese (@jpr_studio)Brendan Tang (@brendantang)_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte finish their 2-part miniseries about how and why to develop a body of work – or, how to create a series of pieces in your own style. In Part 2, they discuss how to choose what to make your series about, different aspects of that series to focus on, and overall how to make work that’s “yours”. There’s talk of what makes conceptual art conceptual, how Lindsey and Donte’s different backgrounds influenced how they created their own style…and something about cat mugs and sci-fi mushrooms…Have you found your own personal style? If you’re thinking about making a series, what are you thinking about making?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!Referenced Artists:Joe Thompson (@oldforgecreations)Curt Hammerly (@hammerlyceramics)Tim See (@timseeclay)_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte begin their 2-part miniseries about how and why to develop a body of work – or, how to create a series of pieces in your own style, in less art school terminology. In Part 1, they share their tips and techniques for getting consistent shapes. They talk tools, efficiency, and experimentation…as well as some risque anime tropes…Do you struggle with making consistent shapes? If you’ve been able to get some consistency, what’s one tip you’d share with someone trying to improve?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!And just a reminder, CERAMICON is live! If you haven’t registered and would like to, head to ceramicon.co, and use discount code LINDSEY20 or DONTE20 to get $20 off access to 18 different lessons across all ceramics topics, including Donte’s and Lindsey’s lessons.Donte’s Affiliate Link: https://www.ceramicon.co/registration?via=donteLindsey’s Affiliate Link: https://www.ceramicon.co/registration?via=lindseyReferenced Artists:Alex Olson (@alex.olson.arts)Joe Thompson (@oldforgecreations)_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte share how they’ve shaped and balanced their social lives with their time in the studio. They describe the wildly different ways they structure their friendships, how they navigate time with family, how their non-ceramics work schedules have changed as their businesses have grown, their biggest challenges as they’ve shaped their social lives as working artists…And Donte reveals the magical secret society that has total power over him.What’s your favorite way to make time for your relationships with friends and family? What’s the biggest thing that pulls you away from time in the studio?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!And just a reminder, CERAMICON official registration goes live on Feb. 20th. Mark your calendars, head to ceramicon.co, and use discount code LINDSEY20 or DONTE20 to get $20 off access to 18 different lessons across all ceramics topics, including Donte’s and Lindsey’s lessons.Donte’s Affiliate Link: https://www.ceramicon.co/registration?via=donteLindsey’s Affiliate Link: https://www.ceramicon.co/registration?via=lindsey_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

65. SacAnime Winter Review: “We wanna buy our nerd sh*t!”Lindsey and Donte share their experience at the recent SacAnime Convention (Jan 6-8th 2023). There’s talk of what worked well, things they did differently this con compared to conventions past, how much inventory they brought vs. how much money they made, and generally how they fared at a convention that has an attendance of over 20,000 people.Have you ever been to a convention focused on a thing you love? Anime, birds, coffee…?**CERAMICON registration is now live!** Take advantage of Early Bird registration and use either link (use discount code LINDSEY20 or DONTE20) to get $20 off access to 18 different lessons across all ceramics topics, including Donte’s and Lindsey’s lessons.Donte’s Affiliate Link: https://www.ceramicon.co/registration?via=donteLindsey’s Affiliate Link: https://www.ceramicon.co/registration?via=lindsey_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte have a chat about glaze chemistry. Or, rather, Lindsey interviews Donte about a medley of glaze chemistry topics as he descends deeper into the knowledge pool provided by Rose and Matt Katz in their renowned Ceramic Materials Workshop. Donte shares some of the experiments he’s exploring regarding cones, melting points, and adjusting glaze recipes to give both Lindsey and the listener a bit of a better understanding on each of those topics. Don’t worry, there won’t be a quiz at the end.Interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the chemistry side of ceramics? Check out Rose and Matt Kats’ Ceramic Materials Workshop:https://www.ceramicmaterialsworkshop.com/about.html_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte reflect upon this past year, and share their exciting prospects for the year to come. There’s talk of goals met and goals abandoned, glaze chemistry and slip casting, and some new projects (both at home and out of state) that they’re looking forward to in 2023.What’s one big success you’ve had this past year? What are you most looking forward to, or want to work on the most, this coming year?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!https://www.ceramicon.co/https://www.ceramicon.co/dontehttps://www.ceramicon.co/lindsey_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte debate the pros and cons of selling online and selling in person – and which they prefer. There’s talk of everything from personality types and performance, to location and love notes. How do you prefer to sell your work? If you’ve never sold your work before but are interested in doing so, what’s your biggest barrier to getting started?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!Mentioned ArtistsFlorian Gadsby (@floriangadsby)Mike Cinelli (@mike_cinelli)Mary Alice (@miss.mary.alice)Kate Schroeder (@kate.schroeder.ceramics)Angel Crespo (@redivider_)Mirela Ibrahimovic (@damirci_art)Sarah Pike (@sarahpikepottery)One Handmade Ceramics (@oneceramic)_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, mythology, and geek culture . She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte talk all things handles: the different ways you can make them, the pros and cons of each making method, style vs. function, tips for improving your handles if you’re a beginner, and how the way they make handles has changed with time and projects. They recommend a few different artists to look at for reference, and even suggest a bit of handle “homework” if you’re up for it… How do you prefer to make handles? Is there a method you’ve never tried but might like to?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!Mentioned Artists: Florian Gadsby (@floriangadsby)Mike Cinelli (@mike_cinelli)Mary Alice (@miss.mary.alice)Kate Schroeder (@kate.schroeder.ceramics)Angel Crespo (@redivider_)Mirela Ibrahimovic (@damirci_art)Sarah Pike (@sarahpikepottery)One Handmade Ceramics (@oneceramic)_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte again touch upon the topic of preparing for the holidays. In a more musing sequel to their 2020 episode on holiday prep, these two mud peddlers discuss their holiday shop update plans, where they focus their numbers on inventory when there’s multiple demands on their product, and changing perspectives on money-making and efficiency. Is this your first time selling your work during the holidays? If you’re a holiday season veteran, what’s one piece of advice would you give to help a newcomer get through this crazy time of year?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!Ceramic Materials Workshop with Rose and Matt Katz: ceramicmaterialsworkshop.comArt business coach Kate Farrall: @katefarrallcoaching or katefarrallcoaching.com_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 70k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite and online store (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte sit down with Aaron Navarro of Dirty Panda Ceramics for a very nerdy discussion of everything from pricing, glaze techniques, and inventory management, to B movies, Warhammer, and Nick Cage.Find Aaron’s work on Instagram (@dirtypanda_ceramics) and meet him in person this January at Sacramento’s SacAnime Con.What was your favorite part of this conversation? Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

From sponges in beginner packets to touch-screen kilns, Lindsey and Donte discuss tools – and their experiences with what’s a necessity, what’s a luxury, and what’s totally superfluous.They consider what you gain or lose by using certain tools, how perceptions of what’s a “necessary” tool have changed over time, and when it’s better to experiment with lots of tools vs. when it’s better to invest in a single one.And of course, they share the tools companies that might help you find the tool that becomes your next “necessity”.What’s a tool that’s made a big impact on how you work? Have you ever purchased a tool you ended up not really using?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte discuss what they do when the kiln gods do NOT bless their firings, and they end up with pieces that don’t meet their regular quality standards. They share what makes a “second” for them, the pros and cons of selling seconds, the different ways you could go about it if you’re considering selling your seconds, and how we navigate the abject horror of our audiences on hammer-happy Link Day...Have you ever bought a “second” from an artist? Do you sell your seconds?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!*Mentioned artists:Jen Monson (@jenuoneart)Sue McLeod (@suemcleodceramics)_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte discuss the answer to a question that always creeps up on people just getting into ceramics: What exactly is the difference between an oxidation and a reduction firing?They share that answer both in layman’s terms, and with a single pinkie toe in the chemistry behind it all.They also discuss other elements around the oxidation vs reduction battle, like how do you get a reduction look without doing a reduction firing, and what do you do if you’re a student with goals to continue ceramics after you lose access to your school’s resources?Is there a firing technique you’ve always wanted to try? Have you ever had to change your firing style because of the resources available?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Welcome to The Night Peddlers! In what may soon become a regular Patrons-only side show, The Night Peddlers is the top hat and brandy swilling side of The Mud Peddlers. Imagine Donte and Lindsey sitting by the fireside, talking to each other about their studio adventures, personal lives, and other behind the "behind-the-scenes" stories that wouldn't normally show up on The Mud Peddlers. With a mix of candor, humor, and clay, The Night Peddlers invite you to join them... Did you enjoy listening to The Night Peddlers? Want to hear more of these kinds of conversations? Let us know in the comments or through our social media, and help us decide whether The Night Peddlers becomes a regular show!About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte revisit what was once a mainstay in their creative worlds in the time before the ‘rona: selling at anime conventions!As Lindsey gets ready for her first in-person event since 2020 (SacAnime Summer on Labor Day weekend) she and Donte discuss some of the most-often-asked questions about preparing for an in-person selling event, and share some tips for folks who might be thinking about doing one for the first time.Whether you already have or will be selling at any event from an anime convention to an artisan fair, you might find something useful as they discuss such questions as…“How many pieces should I make?”“How much change should I bring?”“How should I price my work at an in-person event vs online?”“Should I bring an assistant?”and “What’s the deal with seller’s permits?”Plus, find out what’s making con prep particularly…interesting..for Lindsey this year, and why she preaches the gospel of tasty cheese.Are you thinking about selling at an in-person event? What’s a tip you’ve found most helpful for making selling in-person go smoothly?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!_____Special thanks to @officialkimchikawaii for their Artist Alley checklist that helped Lindsey so much when she was first selling at cons! Check out their website and posts below! https://www.kimchikawaii.com/https://fluffmouse.wordpress.com/2013/01/25/artist-alley-checklist-part-2-setting-up-a-table-the-pretty-stuff/https://fluffmouse.wordpress.com/2013/01/30/artist-alley-checklist-part-3-items-to-bring-and-make-your-life-easier/EcoEnclose Bubble Wrap Alternative and Bagshttps://www.ecoenclose.com/shop/paper-cushioning-void-fill/greenwrap/https://www.ecoenclose.com/shop/retail-packaging/100-recycled-paper-shopping-bags/Info on Temporary Sellers Permitshttps://www.cdtfa.ca.gov/industry/temporary-sellers.htm_____About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte check in on the progress of their 2022 goals.They share what they have accomplished (and what they learned from doing so) and what they’ve had to kick down the road a bit (and how they’re adapting their plans for the rest of the year). There’s talk of parenting as a potter, what mental blocks have kept some goals perpetually on the to-do list, and how these two artists have reacted to the pull between their work lives and their personal lives.How are your goals coming along so far this year? What’s one thing you’re glad you accomplished, whether it was one of your goals or not?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!Artists discussed in the episode:Jenny Webb (@jennywebbhandmade)Ryan Durbin (@rdceramics)About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte share how they navigate making videos of their work for social media. From TikTok and Instagram Reels to Youtube, they discuss how they manage their video content,, the biggest challenges they face in creating videos, and some ways to make your own video content-creation a bit easier if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the ever-changing demands of the algorithm gods.How comfortable are you with taking videos of your work? What tip might you share with someone who is just getting into video-creation?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte dip their toes into the “big-brain” topic of ways to interpret art. Art can be moving and captivating. But it can also be intimidating. And confusing. And even straight up boring.Many of us can say we have a favorite genre of music, but not everyone feels sure enough to say what kind of art they like. Especially if it’s the kind of art that’s in galleries and museums.So, this week, Lindsey and Donte share some of the ways you can approach art.Not only to help art feel more approachable, but also to help give an invigorating perspective to some stuffy classics.Is there a style of art you connect with most? Where do you like to go to be around art? (Makers Marts, local art shows, big contemporary galleries, museums, movies…?) Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!Link to painting mentioned in the episode: https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/jan-van-eyck-the-arnolfini-portrait

Lindsey and Donte talk about how they take photos. There’s talk of light, color, angles, backgrounds, editing tools, and the ever-important vibe of photographs -- and how it relates to their branding. They also share some tips that helped them as they started taking pictures of their work...there's even a little homework assignment for you to try out if you’re doing the same.What do you struggle with the most when you take photos? What’s one photography tip you've found the most helpful?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!***One resource Lindsey forgot to mention in the episode is the photography course offered by Rebecca of The Maker’s Playbook podcast. She also offers free photography tips in her newsletter. Here’s the link for those interested! https://www.makersplaybook.com/photography/About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte start out with a conversation about more pricing details, and how to balance skill, time, and rarity in pricing in your ceramic art…Which evolves into a lively debate about what makes something valuable.There’s discussion of social constructs, the lifecycle of fads, when properly valuing work becomes price gouging. And – of course – swirly mugs.How do you navigate the ambiguity of value when you’re looking to buy others’ work? Or when you’re figuring out the “right” price for your work?Tell us in the comments, or tag us on social media!The sauce on the ethical concerns about Uline: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/07/us/politics/liz-dick-uihlein-republican-donors.htmlAbout Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte answer a listener question about stamina in the studio – mental, physical, and creative stamina. Alongside some practical tips about how to get the most out of your time on the wheel, Donte and Lindsey discuss their sometimes differing philosophies about when to push through emotional blocks, whether to focus on production consistency or a unique artistic calling, and how to avoid old mistakes when starting a new project.A huge thanks to Natalie and Rae of @poutypottery for this question!Give their question a listen, and tell us in the comments…what do you do to extend your time in the studio without seeing your work suffer?About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte go head-to-head for the title in this EXTREME podcasting experience! Donte swaggers to the table with Squarespace, his trusty website-builder and selling platform. Lindsey strides up with Etsy, the easy – but controversial – marketplace website. They swing at each other, comparing each website with such ferocious topics as ease of use, fee structures, flexibility, and public perception. They brawl over the recent fee increase of 5% to 6.5% Etsy just implemented. They fight point-for-point over the pros and cons of marketing and exposure each site offers.Both hosts are armed with their own reasons, but WHO will decimate the other to claim the title for the best way to sell your artwork online????WHO are YOU rooting for?? Hit us with your best reasons for why YOU sell your work the way you do, whether it's Etsy, Squarespace, Shopify, or another site!! Drop those devastating comments below, or tag us on social!About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)

Lindsey and Donte debrief after an exciting – and exhausting – experience at NCECA (the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts).Between telling stories of the people they met and the mugs they traded during the 4-day clay extravaganza, they discuss what they each wanted out of NCECA (and if they got it), what NCECA has to offer for new vs. experienced ceramic artists, what it feels like to trying to find “your people” in the clay world, gaining a new perspective on an old technique…And Donte’s mild identity crisis.If you went to the conference, what were some of your favorite memories of NCECA? If not, where are you finding your inspiration these days? Tell us in the comments or tag us on social media!About Your HostsLindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, creature sculptures, and cafe dishware. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Her supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, she'll wait.Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 60k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.Find LindseyWebsite (www.lindseymdillon.com/)Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/lindseymdillon)Instagram (www.instagram.com/lindseymdillon/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@lindseymdillon)Facebook (www.facebook.com/lindseymdillon)Find DonteWebsite and online store (www.earthnationceramics.com/)Patreon (www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics/posts)Youtube (www.youtube.com/earthnationceramics)Instagram (www.instagram.com/earth_nation_ceramics/)TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@earthnationceramics)Facebook (www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/)Join the Discord (https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y)