Wheel Talk

Ryan and Becca start off with some breaking news before discussing expenses for your business today. What should and shouldn't be considered a business expense and considerations as you think about your past purchases. There are different approaches Ryan & Becca take here and hopefully it helps to hear some varying perspectives on the topic. When in doubt, always consult your bookkeeper or tax prep expert who knows a few things about small business expenses & what can be written off appropriately for your business.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What is your throwing set up.  I use one big bucket but after throwing around 30 pieces it gets pretty slippy.  I have seen people use two containers- I think one for clean water and the other to wipe their slippy hands? Just thinking that as a self taught potter it's not something anyone has talked about- like how/what are you supposed to do? I don't use a lot of water (in that my wheel isn't full of water when I am done), but I do end up with a lot of clay from throwing- hard to explain but you can see what I mean on some of the videos I have of me throwing.  I dunno just wondering how folks throw and if I'm missing a trick. @lindygarnerceramics Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan and Becca answer some more listener questions about art shows. This week we cover how much work you should take to a show to have ample inventory, what items sell well besides mugs, & a final inquiry about how you deal with other vendors who wants to trade work. We hope you enjoy another short episode and it helps those of you selling at shows these days.Resources:#86 - Art show Q&A (pt 1)#87 - Art show Q&A (pt 2)Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- I have a question about shows. I sell primarily online driving traffic to my Etsy but I'd like to some shows this year too. Any advice on how to find shows in your area and how to apply? I know of some shows locally but have a hard time finding a point of contact to apply. Some have terribly outdated websites with no information on how to become a vendor. Any advice on finding and applying to non-juried shows would be great. @mudgrovepottery- You have done several shown on setting up and what to take to an Art Show.  What about how much stuff you take.  IE Bowls, bottles, cups etc. @curlytailstudio- How many pieces do you bring to a vendor show? @batsceramics- What's the best-selling piece that you should offer at markets besides mugs? I've recently made ramen bowls (tall and deep bowls with slots for the chop sticks) that have sold almost instantly at the last couple of markets. Do you guys have pieces that instantly sell? @jessleepottery- How do you deal with other vendors at shows/markets who want to trade merch? Esp when you don't want what they're peddling

Ryan and Becca get into the finance side of selling mugs of different styles: 'basic' production mugs and 'fancy' detailed mugs. We breakdown the time to produce, opportunity to experiment, how to manage your inventory effectively, and what other variables should be considered as you grow your customer base. We are pretty used to producing 'basic' work in high quantity over 'fancy' work in low quantity, but we get a little help from some friends as we chat. Enjoy and let us know how you prefer to structure your making cycles for enjoyment & good for your business also.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- Do you think it's more profitable to be a production potter and have a sale of 40-80 mugs at one time for a smaller price or a potter who puts a lot of intricate details on pieces and only sells 10 or 15 mugs at a time for a higher price? -@jessleepottery Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca chat with their good friend Isaac Shue, a former high school teacher to full time ceramic artist. Isaac runs Gallery Mostaza, a curated selection of their handmade pottery and other local makers, with his wife Karina in Harper, Kansas. They cover many topics on today's episode including: transitioning from teaching to making pots full time, renovating a new gallery space, finding products that work for different platforms, evolving your own style, working with decals, social media upkeep, and more gems that you'll be sure to enjoy. Thanks for joining us Isaac!-----Find more about Isaac's business below-----Isaac ShueInstagram - @isaacshueisartFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/isceramicsGallery MostazaWebsite - https://www.gallerymostaza.com/Instagram - @gallery.mostazaFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/gallerymostazaListener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca decide to rehash the topics discussed on the 2 year anniversary of releasing their first episode. Topics include motivation to get in the studio, list making, how/when we prefer to work in the studio, and how we set goals for ourselves. Let's see what's changed in the past 2 years.ReferencesKiln wash recipehttps://suemcleodceramics.com/how-to-make-a-good-kiln-wash-to-protect-your-kiln-shelves/Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- Some of my fellow potters fire at a ^10 in electric kiln and my mind was blown!  What damage are they causing to their kilns?? I know it's possible but at what cost?- How to clean kiln shelves of crumbling (applied too thick) kiln wash? Heavy grit sand paper?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca look back as they hit the 2 year anniversary of hosting Wheel Talk. A lot of things have progressed since we first started, we've covered so many topics over the past 100+ episodes, and have spent time interviewing some great peers inside & outside of clay.Thank you all so much for listening & letting us join you in your studios on a weekly basis. We are very grateful for all of the shout outs, questions you send us, comments, reviews, and so much more from everyone who is part of our community. We hope you all have gotten as much out of this as we have and you choose to stick around for the next 2 years & beyond!Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- How do you guys feel about having unglazed clay for parts of pottery that come in contact with food? If the clay is vitrified is that ok? I see some people with unglazed sections on food surfaces and think, surely that's not really food safe, not to mention how unpleasant it would be to run a utensil across that surface.Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca start by sharing how the Backyard Craft Show went for both of them at Ryan's parent's home in Louisville, KY. They then go into specifics about each of their 3 favorite cups: likes, dislikes, & the story behind how they got them. It's fun for us to share our favorite pieces with you and would love to see your favorite cups and tag us on Instagram. Follow us on Patreon to see the video version of this episode as we talk through the cups in detail, or find photos of them on our Instagram account @wheeltalkpodcast.Becca's favorite cups:Andrew Linderman from Linderman Pottery - @lindermanpottery Amy Brummond from Pine Zen Pottery - @pinezenpottery Victoria Truhn from Tried & Truhn - @triedandtruhn Ryan's favorite cups:Amelia Stamps from Amelia Stamps Pottery - @ameliastampspottery Tara Underwood from Tara Underwood Pottery - @tara.underwoodDavid Pinto from Jamaica Clay - @pintopottery Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What's the biggest mistake you have made that ended up being your best success by accident?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca recap their weekend after returning from the Berea Craft Festival and answer a listener question. A listener has a good question about how they should go about raising their prices. Pricing is always a tough task but having confidence in whatever you decide is the best advice we could give you. Good luck out there!Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- I need to up my prices due to the price of clay, shipping (I'm in Canada), buying quality tools to make the process easier, etc but I have a hard time trying to figure out how/when. Should I give advance warning? If so, how much? How high is too high? ( I sell my beachy mugs for $30 and literally can't keep them in stock) Should I make a post explaining on my IG and FB? I'm thinking of going up to $35 but don't want to insult anyone, or make it too high etc. I feel guilty asking for more... Maybe that's the GD people pleaser in me...Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca finally get to a question that has been left unanswered for a while now: pros and cons of selling on your own website vs an Etsy shop. There is a lot to this topic but we hope to cover a number of angles to be considered before decided what's right for your situation. Selling online is a great source of revenue and we encourage you to open up your business to the wider customer base that comes with sharing your work on the internet. Whether you're just starting out or a pro, we hope you enjoy the discussion.Etsy Resources:https://www.etsy.com/Where Etsy Collects and Remits State Sales TaxEtsy Fees & Payment PolicyOther Platforms we discuss:https://www.weebly.com/https://www.shopify.com/https://www.squarespace.com/Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- Ryan - if you had to spend an hour decorating one pot - what techniques would you try out?- Becca - if you had to make a pot that was for some obscure specific use, what would it be?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan and Becca give some insights about recycling your mountain of clay scraps effectively. They recap how they have handled reclaim in the past, what they do now, and what you should consider adapting to your situation. The price of new clay, time invested/lost by recycling, clay consistency, and studio spacing are a few factors to consider. Resources:https://www.instagram.com/reel/CRgvplFi372/ (Florian Gadsby)https://www.instagram.com/reel/CM8FV5ZFxf6/ (Joel Cherrico)Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- I don't reclaim - can you convince me I should? I think my time is more valuable. Clay is cheap, but so many folks reclaim. Am I wrong?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan and Becca answer a question about handle making and share their experience with various handle making processes. There's no one handle technique that fits all mug styles but it's good to break down how and why you make handles the way you do. Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- I'm switching from extruded cut and placed handles to pulled from the cup handles Matthew Kelly changed my mind, so what do you prefer; attached handles or Pulled from the cup (heavy pull pieces then attached to the mug to be pulled longer to attach) which is more professional or non amateuristic? -@mudheads_pottery Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca share some of their favorite moments from the first 100 episodes. This is the first of multiple “best of” episodes since we couldn't fit everything into just 2 hours. Thanks for all of the support these past 100 episodes & here's to the next 100!Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca break down what makes a great show after Ryan gets back from his 2 day show in Louisville, KY. A number of factors are accounted for when determining whether you may want to participate in a show for the first time or return in the future. Don't base your reasons entirely on sales, but think about all that went into your experience beforehand, during, and after your show. These days, we tend to put more weight into our personal interactions than we may have earlier on in our careers. Best of luck to all of you selling out there this year!Resources:Corvino Supper Club & Tasting Room in Kansas City, MO@bluebeepottery - Bridget visited Ryan at his showRyobi Portable FanListener QuestionsOn this episode:- I have been trying to get a little more consistency in my drying. Currently, I have a rack that is taped up with plastic but occasionally still have some cracking issues that are due to parts drying faster than others. What is an optimal humidity level for drying, and/or temperature?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Ryan & Becca answer a question from our MVQ (Most Valuable Questioner) @aleathabean about how we analyze inspiration vs. 'claygiarism.' How do you draw the line of making based on inspiration vs. copying someone else's work? How do you react to someone copying your work? Have you ever been accused of copying another person's work? This is a pretty open ended discussion today, covering some important questions to ask yourself as you grow & share your work in this current time of social media.What would you do if...your bisque pot falls into a bucket of glaze?Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show on Patreon:https://patreon.com/WheeltalkpodcastFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryVisit our website:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Wheeltalkpodcast)

Becca spends the day in the studio with her clay friend of 8+ years, Val Flynn of Val Flynn Pottery in Snohomish, Washington. They chat about building a new studio from scratch, experimenting with new forms, pricing your work/worth, and learning to grow her pottery business. Thanks for having us in your studio Val!Resources from today's episode:Flammable Entrepreneur-----Find more about Val below-----Instagram - @valflynnpotteryWebsite - https://valflynnpottery.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ValFlynnPottery/Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca are back for a fourth question and answer episode covering topics in clay, small business, personal, and some off-the-wall questions. These are always enjoyable for us to record and we hope you love them as well. Thanks to everyone for submitting their questions via Instagram this time around!Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca sit down for a conversation with Link Henderson, owner of Kentucky Mudworks & Dirty Girls Pottery Tools, to go in depth about clay & tools. We learn how Kentucky Mudworks begun almost 20 years ago and how Dirty Girls Pottery Tools came about. We also answer a number of listener questions related to finding the right clay body for you, reclaiming clay, properties of various clays, and studio cleanliness. We hope you enjoy Link's entrepreneurial spirit, vast knowledge in our clay space, and many laughs that she shares with us.-----Find more about Link's businesses below-----Kentucky MudworksInstagram - @kentuckymudworksWebsite - https://kymudworks.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kentuckymudworksFacebook Group - Ky Mudworks Clay & Glaze GroupDirty Girls Pottery ToolsInstagram - @dirtygirlspotterytoolsWebsite - https://dirtygirlspotterytools.com/Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan and Becca answer a question that has come over multiple times: how to quality test your pottery. We cover a number of testing methods to ensure your work is safe for food or drink & resistant to high stress situations. Enjoy and run a few of these tests on your own work to feel more confident in your finished products that are purchased by customers. Resources:Shrinkage/Absorption Test - DigitalfireIn the Studio: Testing Durability - Ceramic Arts NetworkThermal Shock Failure Test - DigitalfireTim See microwave test - YouTubeGet a FREE Sticker!Submit a review on your platform of choice, screenshot it, and send to us on Instagram (@wheeltalkpodcast) or email (wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com) with your shipping address. The deadline to send to us is May 31st.Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan and Becca are trying out a shorter episode today to answer a listener question in depth about the profit potential between various items. There are many factors that go into pricing your work and just because you have a larger form doesn't mean it has to be less profitable. Supply and demand play a big factor as well when you're deciding how to price your work appropriately for the market willing to buy it. We hope you enjoy this new 30 minute format that will be released on occasion.Get a FREE Sticker!Submit a review on your platform of choice, screenshot it, and send to us on Instagram (@wheeltalkpodcast) or email (wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com) with your shipping address. The deadline to send to us is May 31st.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- How do you balance the demand for a particular item with its profit potential? For example, my 4 pound planters take up the volume of 6 mugs. I sell mugs for $20 but I could never sell planters for $120. (6 x $20). It seems like the bigger an item, the smaller it’s profit making potential.Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan and Becca go into a candid conversation about money and financial planning as individuals & small business owners. Topics covered include: our thought process when spending/saving money, debt, budgeting, retirement, how to pay yourself as a small business owner, and some other general topics related to money. It was a bit scattered, but talking about money with tact is necessary among our peers when trying to learn from one another or challenging our own notions. Get a FREE Sticker!Submit a review on your platform of choice, screenshot it, and send to us on Instagram (@wheeltalkpodcast) or email (wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com) with your shipping address. The deadline to send to us is May 31st.ResourcesChooseFI podcastThe Ramsey Show podcastWhat would you do if...you hear a pot(s) blow up during a bisque or glaze firing?Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- When do you recommend registering as a business? And do you have a separate bank account for your business?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca chat with another good friend in clay, Heidi Fahrenbacher from Bella Joy Pottery. She graciously shares some great insights about slip casting, wholesale, stressful art shows, pricing your work, a viral Instagram post, mental health, small business finances, & things to be happy about. We also wrap up with a new "What would you do if?" segment. Thanks so much to Heidi for joining us, all the laughs, and all of you for listening!-----Find more about Heidi's business below-----Instagram - @bellajoypotteryWebsite - https://www.bellajoypottery.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bellajoypotteryResources:The Essential Guide to Mold Making & Slip Casting by Andrew MartinViral Instagram post from @smallbizmemezChoose FI Podcast The Money Book for Freelancers, Part-Timers, and the Self-Employed bookDigit - Effortless Saving and Investing14,000 Things to Be Happy About bookGet a FREE Sticker!Submit a review on your platform of choice, screenshot it, and send to us on Instagram (@wheeltalkpodcast) or email (wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com) with your shipping address. The deadline to send to us is May 31st.What would you do if...your finished pots are leaking when you pour coffee/tea into them?Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan and Becca go deep into a couple listener questions about the ins and outs of opening/running a brick & mortar business. Lots of variables factor into your decision making: location, store hours, must haves for the space to get it open, what offerings you want (classes, retail gallery, paint your own pottery, etc), how to structure classes, marketing the business, and more. Thanks for listening!ResourcesHow to Start a Clay Painting Studio articleSketch Art Workshop - @asketchyartworkshopOG Gallery & Studio - @oggalleryandstudioGet a FREE Sticker!Submit a review on your platform of choice, screenshot it, and send to us on Instagram (@wheeltalkpodcast) or email (wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com) with your shipping address. The deadline to send to us is May 31st.What would you do if...you spill a 5 gallon bucket of glaze on the floor?Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What are the must haves when looking for a used kiln that fires to cone 6? Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan and Becca try out a new segment on this episode called "What would you do if?" before moving on to the today's topic. Afterwards, they discuss multiple facets of having others help you in your studio/business. Questions answered relate to: when you should consider getting help, where to find help, what tasks are best to get help with, how to hire the right person, how to pay them, different motivation considerations, and insurance considerations for having help in the studio.Get a FREE Sticker!Submit a review on your platform of choice, screenshot it, and send to us on Instagram (@wheeltalkpodcast) or email (wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com) with your shipping address. The deadline to send to us is May 31st.What would you do if...your lid collapsed into the kiln during the firing?Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- I’m doing some glazing & recently I’ve been doing liner glazes on my things. Any advice on stopping the air bubble pop of glaze when you’re dipping? I’ve tried going slow, angling slightly, but I still get that annoying pop of glaze on my liner. -passionateartsandcraftsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca sit down for a much anticipated conversation with Leigh Anne Thompson, owner of Elan Pottery & Elan Transfers. She's sharing all the things with us: balancing multiple revenue streams, fulfilling large quantities of orders, managing a team, scaling her business over the years, reclaiming clay, social media personas, renaissance faire life, and some personal stories as well. Thanks so much to Leigh Anne for joining us!-----Find more about Leigh Anne's businesses below-----Elan PotteryInstagram - @elanpotteryWebsite - https://elanpottery.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/elanpotteryEvents - https://elanpottery.com/pages/eventsElan TransfersInstagram - @elantransfers Website - https://elantransfers.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/elantransfers/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8PRoKfyiTKJPUd7VwvsAYQListener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan and Becca answer more art show questions our listeners submitted through Instagram! This is part two of two, and we mostly cover our booth setups over the years, progressing throughout the show itself, selling tactics, and a few random questions to close it out. Thanks for all the good questions about art shows and I'm sure this isn't the last time we'll cover this topic. Good luck if you're selling at shows this season!Resources to find art shows:https://festivalnet.com/https://www.artfaircalendar.com/https://www.fairsandfestivals.net/https://10times.com/usa/arts-crafts (USA)https://www.artfaircalendar.com/art_fair/canada-fine-art-fairs-craft-shows.html (Canada)https://10times.com/canada/arts-crafts (Canada)Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan was recently a guest on a podcast "How to Build a Business with Chandler Lyles." We talk about how Ryan started his business, running his business on Etsy, and looking forward to his challenges this year. Listen to this conversation at the links below:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/002-how-to-build-an-etsy-shop-on-the-side-w-ryan-durbin/id1522862963?i=1000507566466Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fTw0oDwTxItn3WWYBWdMoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJDvvRCIfgoWe'll occasionally have these bonus episodes if there's any pressing news we'd like to share with you outside of a normal podcast episode.Support the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan and Becca answer a ton of art show questions our listeners submitted through Instagram! This is part one of two, but these mostly cover topics related to finding the right shows for you in your area, preparing for your scheduled art shows, and a few random questions. We'll be back next week to answer the last of your art show questions. Recent Workshop Becca Recommends:Danny Meisinger - https://www.spinningearthpottery.net/https://www.instagram.com/dannymeisinger/ Resources to find art shows:https://festivalnet.com/https://www.artfaircalendar.com/https://www.fairsandfestivals.net/https://10times.com/usa/arts-crafts (USA)https://www.artfaircalendar.com/art_fair/canada-fine-art-fairs-craft-shows.html (Canada)https://10times.com/canada/arts-crafts (Canada)Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What is your favorite item to make and why?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca sit down with Lindsey M. Dillon and Donte from Earth Nation Ceramics who co-host The Mud Peddlers Podcast to chat about podcasting, social media, selling our work, and some rapid questions at the end. We're so happy to share some time among fellow clay artists in familiar & different positions to ours to glean great insights and entertaining banter. We hope you enjoy!-----All the things about Lindsey and Donte-----The Mud Peddlers: Ceramic Art Behind the Scene‪s podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mud-peddlers-ceramic-art-behind-the-scenes/id1523600736Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2l1brWtrFuscNktFkbq4hIBlubrry: https://blubrry.com/themudpeddlers/64120458/welcome-to-the-mud-peddlers-origin-storiesLindsey M. DillonInstagram - @lindseymdillonShop - https://www.etsy.com/shop/lindseymdillon/ Website - https://www.lindseymdillon.com/get-to-know-me Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lindseymdillonDonte from Earth Nation CeramicsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/EarthNationCeramics Website - https://www.earthnationceramics.com/Instagram - @earth_nation_ceramicsPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/Earthnationceramics Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EarthNationCeramics/Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

So...we don't know what happened. Ryan & Becca start out discussing how innovation/creativity and maintenance factor into running a small business. Then they go off on a tangent about getting art degrees in ceramics and it's shortcomings. We had a fun conversation nonetheless, with some good discussion about our college experiences related to our art curriculum & it's shortcomings. P.S. Sorry about the background sound of Ryan's laptop fan you hear throughout the episode. We'll improve this for the future. Resources:Becca's post mentioned at 24:00Freakonomics #263: In Praise of Maintenance podcastWe'd love your feedback on our anonymous listener survey: https://forms.gle/JYZLYWBbbYeqNvv29Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What are you each most looking forward to in 2021?- Where do you plan to travel first after COVID?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca go very deep into all the facets of packing and shipping your work for online sales. Topics range from materials for wrapping your work, space filling materials, boxes, labels, shipping services, and costs involved throughout. We've broken a number of pieces in the past so we share some do's and don't on the packing front. Enjoy and let's help you improve your packing and shipping process! We'd love your feedback on our anonymous listener survey: https://forms.gle/JYZLYWBbbYeqNvv29Resources:Our shipping boxes - Uline, AM Shipping Supplies, & USPS Our label printers - Dymo & RolloBulk shipping materials options - Ranpak Geami WrapPak & StoroPack International tariff code for shipping ceramic tableware - 69120023Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What clay do you throw with?- How did you discover your love for ceramics?- Do you ever feel uncreative? How do you work around creative blocks?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Great Scott!! Ryan and Becca get together one more time to answer a series of your social media questions. We cover a number of topics, including: differences between Facebook, Instagram, & Pinterest, selling on various online platforms, using social media to grow an audience, and what to focus on to help your growth long-term. We thank you for all of your great questions. Keep sending us more for future discussions, social media related, process, small business, or otherwise.We'd love your feedback on our anonymous listener survey: https://forms.gle/JYZLYWBbbYeqNvv29Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca discuss tips to improve your production process. Becca's years of throwing production style work and recent position working in a production studio provide a lot of suggestions for today. Efficient production involves many factors and we cover a number of them, including hand positions, water usage, steps you may be able to skip, wheel speed, and more. Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What’s the best way to learn production techniques?- What is the name of that device in the picture that helps you throw consistent and where to buy one?Resources:- Samuel Sparrow Throwing Gauge: https://www.samuelsparrow.com/tools/p/potters-gauge- Throwing Gauge: https://clayartcenter.net/product/btg001-adjustable-pot-gauge-tool/- Canada Throwing Gauge: https://clayartcenter.net/product/btg001-adjustable-pot-gauge-tool/- DIY Throwing Gauge: https://ceramicartsnetwork.org/daily/clay-tools/wheel-throwing-tools/how-to-make-a-gauge-for-throwing-consistently-sized-pots-on-the-pottery-wheel/- Tombo Sticks: https://www.theceramicshop.com/product/7098/tombo-sticks/- DIY Tombo Sticks: https://ceramicartsnetwork.org/daily/clay-tools/wheel-throwing-tools/quick-tips-how-to-make-a-tombo-tool-on-the-cheap/- Tombo Stick Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQNzSQfM-7cSimon Leach Bowl Throwing Demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKhG6PyIEiUSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca answer a listener question about determining what forms to make for your customer base as you hit your stride selling. Also, how do you get past the insecurity about making too much of something that may not sell? Can you even make too much of something?Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- If Ryan was a full time potter, how many pots could he throw in a month?- How much will Ryan have to sell in pottery for him to quit his day job? 100k?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.wheeltalkpotcast.com/product/donate-to-the-podcast/1?cs=true&cst=custom)

Ryan & Becca discuss the always challenging topic of pricing. There is no right way that works for everyone, but we can guide you with some things to consider as you go about pricing your body of work. Whether you take a more mathematical approach by listing out costs to produce vs calculating based on the supply & demand of your target market. We also address the questions: where do you start with setting a price, when is your price too low/high, when to raise your prices, how long do you experiment with new prices, how do you price across different selling platforms, and how does "Free Shipping" factor into pricing your work online.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What’s your favorite non-pottery thing to do?- If you could eat only one thing the rest of your life, what would it be?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca are back for another question and answer episode with clay, small business, & personal questions. You all provided most of these questions via Instagram and we appreciate it! Enjoy, have some laughs, and get to know us a little more.Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Becca joins Ryan for part two of answering more of your questions about social media. We cover a number of topics, including: the algorithm, hashtags, social media and mental health, post frequency, time commitments, Instagram Stories, and Instagram Reels. We thank you for all of your great questions. Keep sending us more for future discussions, social media related, process, small business, or otherwise.Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca start the show off with a new clay podcast recommendation for you: The Mud Peddlers, hosted by Lindsey M. Dillon & Donte from Earth Nation Ceramics. Check them out and spread the love for our fellow clay podcasters. On today's episode, Ryan & Becca look back at 2020 goals and results, with real numbers. Afterwards, they look ahead to 2021 and discuss some changes that may be necessary as Becca starts her new job as a production potter in Indianapolis and Ryan aims to grow his pottery business further, while still balancing a full time job. We hope you are ready to put 2020 behind you and are optimistic about the year ahead in 2021.Podcast Recommendation:The Mud Peddlers: Ceramic Art Behind the ScenesListener QuestionsOn this episode:- Sometimes I have a bucket of dipping glaze that I haven’t used for months and I wonder if I should re-sieve it after I mix it with my power drill mixer. Besides removing any bits and pieces of bisque that may have contaminated the glaze bucket, is there any advantage to re-sieving?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Becca is officially a Hoosier after her move across the country from Monroe, Washington to Indianapolis, Indiana! We welcome her back, discuss some funny stories from her trip, and get back into the swing of things. The topic for today involves how you decide what boundaries to set when sharing through social media, including finances, personal life, or other areas you may wish to keep more private to strangers on the internet. Some of this more transparent content can draw some positive engagement or turn others off, so finding the right balance for you is what we hope you get you thinking about after today's episode.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What are your biggest ceramic pet peeves?- What annoys you most about the process?- What’s your favorite tool to use?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan goes solo on this episode while Becca is getting adjusted after her move to Indianapolis, Indiana. He talks all about running his small business on Instagram, including how he manages his own account and answering a number of your questions along the way. Today, we cover getting sales from Instagram, how Ryan built his following over time, benefits of using Instagram stories, product photography, and more.Thanks for sending us all of your pressing questions related to this topic. I wasn't able to answer them all, but will definitely be recording another part since 2 hours wasn't enough to dive into other topics such as the algorithm, hashtags, time commitments on the app, and others.ReferencesInstagram by the numbers: https://blog.hootsuite.com/instagram-statistics/Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca answer a listener question about the differences between an artist and potter. Isn't this one of the hardest questions to answer when a customer asks you whether you call yourself an artist or potter? We both relate more to the potter or craftsperson label, but can also see the appeal of calling yourself an artist as well. It differs person to person based on the work you make, what your work conveys, and your intentions behind it. We also discuss some more general topics around art. Let us know what you like to call yourself or if the labeling matters to you at all.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- Any tips for making handles?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca answer a listener question about whether to sell second quality pieces alongside your firsts. As you make more pieces, you are guaranteed to produce pots that have flaws and cannot be sold as a ‘first’ quality piece. You are now staring at pots piling up on your studio shelves that you have to decide whether it’s something you are comfortable with customers using on a daily basis or it’s better in the trash. We can’t answer this question of whether to sell those seconds or not for you, but we share our thoughts about selling our seconds today. Ryan also shares a story about buying a non-functional second online that resulted in an unsatisfied experience from a customer point of view.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- How was organizing pot swap?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca answer a listener question about how to set goals for the New Year. We both include yearly financial goals, but figuring out how to set goals outside of sales numbers can be tougher depending on where you want to take your business. We review some of our past years' goals and some ideas for you to consider when planning for your own business goals. Thanks for the question Sarah! Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- When is Becca going to become a Hoosier?- What do you listen to while you are potting? Can you recommend other podcasts? I know Becca listens to playlists a lot - what kind of music are you guys into?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca answer a number of listener questions related to glazing this week. There's an endless amount to know about this complex part of the process so we hope you enjoy the questions, learn something, and enjoy the banter. Thanks for all your questions you've sent to us recently and let us know if you have more for us (glazing or otherwise).Glazing Questions:- Mixing or buying glazes? Why?- Best place to buy materials?- Best way to store materials?- Where do you find all of your glaze recipes?- Glaze making tips?- When should someone financially make the switch from store bought glazes to mixing their own?Online Recommendations:http://glazy.org/https://digitalfire.com/https://glazeforge.com/Book Recommendations:The Complete Guide to Mid-Range Glazes: Glazing and Firing at Cones 4-7Glaze: The Ultimate Ceramic Artist's Guide to Glaze and ColorListener QuestionsOn this episode:- What’s your biggest pet peeve watching other potters do their work and why?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca go through a wide range of electric kilns on the market to buy new and used. We start by reviewing the kilns we've each owned over the years before jumping into what's available now. There are so many options out there right now and we dive right into the specifics of a number of them (Skutt, L&L, Olympic, Amaco, & Cone Art) and how much you could pay for them new or used. We've only used a few of the kilns on this list, so take our advice with a grain of salt as you listen.There are also many factors that go into selling any used equipment, but this is just our insights on how we approach selling an electric kiln. We hope you enjoyed our recent episodes covering buying and selling wheels and kilns.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What item did you make a bunch of and then none sold?- What form will you never make again and why?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca reflect on a recent Instagram post Becca shared (linked below) regarding chasing your creative dreams. The post reads "Choosing to not chase your creative dreams is not 'sensible,' noble, or selfless. It's a heartbreaking waste of your potential, your magic, your art." This conversation is pretty open-ended and shares our personal experiences related to chasing your dreams, timeline associated with it, and finding happiness. Being an entrepreneur/small business owner takes a certain skillset, strong mindset, and determination to work harder than you ever have before.Instagram post discussed in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/p/CIOhMYEsdzg/Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What is the best business/pottery tool you've bought for less than $20?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca go through a wide range of pottery wheels on the market to buy new and used. There are so many options out there right now and we dive right into the specifics of a number of wheels (Brent, Shimpo, Soldner, Laguna, Skutt, Speedball) and how much you could pay for them new or used. We've only used a few of the wheels on this list, so take our advice with a grain of salt as you listen.There are also many factors that go into selling any used equipment, but this is just our insights on how we approach selling a wheel. We'll be back soon to break down prices of buying & selling kilns.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- How do you apply for shows at NCECA?- You mentioned having failures when using reclaimed clay. If it’s all the same clay body, what would cause failures? I can understand this can occur if there are two different clays.Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca answer a listener's question regarding taking care of our bodies as we work in our studios. We cover topics from prepping clay, table surfaces, wheel height, position at the wheel, loading kilns, and packing/transporting work outside of the studio. We lastly touch on our personal health & wellness routines outside of the studio.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- Glazings greenware pros and cons. I have only witnessed cons. What the f are peepholes and how are they used? (Ryan totally read this question wrong initially)Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Ryan & Becca go in deep about the saturation of the ceramics market today based on a listener question. With the popularity of handmade pottery growing since social media is more embedded into our daily lives, new people are flocking to the medium more than ever! We discuss ceramic market saturation, marketing skills balanced with product quality, and how do you know when you're ready to start selling your work.Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- A bit personal but for Ryan when working with clay does he compare his hourly wage to his day job or is it more of paid hobby?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

On this episode, Ryan & Becca sit down for a conversation in Bellevue, Kentucky with Kelti Ziese from Coda Co and Nomad KY. Coda Co is a boutique that mostly sells home goods and local handmade art. Nomad KY is a labeled as "a gathering place" for a quick bite or drink. Both businesses are located on the main strip Fairfield Avenue of Bellevue, Kentucky. She shares some of her process as a wholesaler, hiring help, balancing inventory with multiple ways of selling, pricing your time, and starting the new business of Nomad KY.Thanks so much to Kelti for hanging out with us for a bit to talk shop and learn more about her process. Stop by Coda Co. or Nomad if you're local to the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area and give them a follow on Instagram.Full disclosure: Kelti & Tanner are good friends of Ryan & his wife Rachel. Ryan sells some of his work in Coda Co on consignment & Rachel works part time for Kelti at Coda Co as we record this.Find more about Kelti's businesses here:Coda Co.Instagram - @coda.coWebsite - https://www.shopcodaco.com/shopFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/codacocompany/Nomad KYInstagram - @nomad.kyFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/nomadky/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 QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Follow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Becca reveals some BIG news regarding the future of 5 Lines Pottery. We've held onto this episode for quite a while as some of the specifics are still being ironed out. Enjoy and wish Becca the best of luck in this next phase!Listener QuestionsOn this episode:- What is your biggest challenge when it comes to handbuilding and the wheel? Becca, are you in a relationship?Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Becca goes solo this episode to share about her recently feeling more content with her business as COVID has hit this year. It's been a challenging few years since Becca started selling pottery full time back in 2014. She examines how decisions can pile up to something we may not have envisioned early on in the business and how vital putting your mental well-being is for long term success. Enjoy this honest outlook on something many makers can relate to but may not be vocalized as much as it should.Listener QuestionsSend us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.Thanks for joining us and we would love to hear your feedback on future topics to discuss and help us improve!We have a website where you can support the show:www.wheeltalkpotcast.comFollow us on Instagram:@wheeltalkpodcast@rdceramics@5linespotteryEmail us any questions or topics you'd love discussed:wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com