Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to interview Martha Grover. Martha has a ton experience with pottery her knowledge is really incredible. Top 3 Value bombs: How to alter porcelain Teaching Workshops Learning to destroy your pottery and so much more  Follow Martha on Instagram @marthahgrover to connect with her Join the Shaping Your Pottery FB Group Here: https://www.facebook.com...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about having the intention to improve your pottery. Without the intention to actually to improve your pottery your pottery will just be good rather then great. And it could be the difference between your pottery getting sold or not Join the Shaping Your Pottery Facebook Group Here to connect and learn from other potters Listen to other Episodes here...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the 4 mistakes that keep you from discovering your own unique pottery voice. You will learn why these mistakes keep from developing your voice and how to prevent them. The faster you can stop making these mistakes the faster your voice will start to come out If you have question about pottery send them to Nic on Instagram @nictorres_pottery we...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to Interview Kelsey Schroeder. Kelsey Makes some really detailed animal sculptures with her wheel thrown pottery. Top 3 value bombs:  How to make sculpted animals and combine them with your wheel thrown pots. Being Inspired by Nature and how it can help develop your voice Taking a residency  and so much more Follow Kelsey on Instagram @kelse...

So many potters make the mistake of making pottery just to try and sell and make a quick buck. But that is just backwords so I am thinking of creating a 6 step audio program to help you uncover your unique voice wih your pottery so you can start selling your pottery with ease and more confidence. Would this be of interest to you?  Send me an email to nic@shapingyourpottery.com I look forward...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the 3 levels to discovering your own unique voice in pottery You will learn about the 3 levels and why it is important to know them Level 1: Make it easy Level 2: Discover Level 3: Experiment  If you have quesitions about pottery send them to us on Instagram we would love to here from you @nictorres_pottery For More episodes check out http...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about how to niche down your pottery. When you Niche down you get one step closer to discovering your own voice What you will learn: How Nicheing down helps you discover your voice  Nicheing down helps sell your pottery and much more We would love to hear from you send your questions about pottery to us on website at https://www.shapingyourpotte...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got to interview Catie Miller. Catie has been featured in all kinds of pottery themed places including Ceramics Monthly. Top 3 value bombs: How to make slip transfer designs Should you go full time in ceramics or not Caties best advice for finding your unique voice and so much more  go check out Catie on Instagram @catiemillerceramics If you are look...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about getting your pottery to sell by making what you want.  What you will learn: How making what you want actually sells more then trying to make for someone else  Making what you want keeps pottery fun Making what you want is key part to discovering your own style and much more We would love to hear from you send your questions about pott...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about making pottery easy. Pottery can be extremely hard so part of finding our own style is finding ways to make pottery easy for ourselves. You will Learn: What you should be doing to make pottery easy some steps to take in order to make it easier on yourself why making pottery easy is great for discovering your own style and much more If you have...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we got the pleasure to Interview Lexi Shockey. Lexi's story on how she got started in pottery is truly amazing. Top 3 value bombs  How to make newsprint transfers? Taking a 2 year gap between highschool and College Taking Inspiration from things around you and so much more  Follow Lexi on Instagram @bluelemonadeceramics to check out her work also c...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about Imposter syndrome. When you have Imposter Syndrome it can really hault progress not just in pottery but in anything you do  You will learn the 4 steps to get out of imposter syndrome these are easy steps that you can start doing immediatly. If you have questions about pottery send them to us on our website shapingyourpottery.com or send th...

On this of episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about to add some flare to your glazes. You will learn 3 different ways to alter your glazing  doing these 3 techniques make glazing much more fun because glazing can get boring the best thing about these techniques is that they are super easy to implement and can really make glazing fun If you have any questions send them to us on Instagram...

On this Episode of Shaping Your Pottery we interviewed Amanda Siska. Amanda some incredible Designs by Sandblasting a Stencil. Top 3 Value bombs: 1. How to sandblast stencils 2. How to create new designs 3. Learning how to say NO! and so much more You can check out Amanda's work on her website at breadandbadger.com If you have questions about pottery send them to Nic on Instagram @nictorres_potter...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery you will learn about the 4 ways to glaze your pottery. These 4 different ways each get different effects and all of them have different levels of learning. Technique 1: Brushing (level easy) Technique 2: Dipping (level medium) Technique 3: Pouring (level medium) Technique 4: Spraying (level hard) to learn more about these 4 techniques listen to the episode n...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery you will learn the importance of trimming our pots. Trimming is one of those things that can either be enjoyable or can be completely uncomfortable, we will give you 4 reasons why you should be trimming your pots. Reason1: Can make you pottery look even better Reason2: Can make your pottery lighter Reason3: Prevents s-cracks and warping on the bottom of the...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we had the amazing Wesley T Brown. Wesley makes some incredible looking pottery that is truly unique.  Top 3 Value Bombs: How to combine wheel thrown with handbuilding Wesley's best advice to get the best results as possible How Making What you want to make is the best way to discovering your own unique style and so much more You can go check out wesley...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about how to trim your pottery. Trimming is one of those things if you don't have the right steps before hand can be a real pain in the booty. You will the eight steps I take when trimming to have the best success as possible Don't skip these skips these steps when trimming your pottery. If you have questions about this episode send them to Nic on In...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about finding a shape you like when you are making your pottery. When you are able to find your shape it makes everything so much smoother. What you will learn on this episode: Why finding your shape is important  how to find your own unique shape  and so much more. When you're able to find a shape you like you start finding more of a passi...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery with Nic Torres we had Summer Whiteside on. Summer makes some incredibly detailed anime mugs. you will learn a bunch from this episode Top 3 value bombs: How to make anime mugs! The Value of taking breaks and how it actually improves your workflow  Why making what you actually like to make will transform your business. and so much more. Go check out Sum...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery you will learn what to do after you shaped you pottery. Often times this is forgotten but doing these things will help when it comes time to trimming your pots. What you will learn on this episode: How to cut the skirt off your clay Why we take off the slip from the pot and much more If you have any pottery questions send them to us on Instagram @nictorres_p...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about the rim. The rim is often over looked but it is a crucial part to making pottery. What You Will Learn On This Episode: How to make a good rim How a good rim can make the pot have a completed look How it actually protects your from breaking as easy and so much more  if you have any pottery questions send them to us on Instagram @nictorres_p...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we interviewed Emily Brawner. Emily makes some amazing pottery that is Botanically inspired that she uses a combination of sculpted and carving designs.  3 Value Bombs: The steps Emily Uses to make her mugs  Creating comfortable handles for your mugs How Nicheing down helps with selling your pottery and so much more Follow Emily on Instagram and ch...

On this episode of Shaping Your Pottery we talk about making a bowl. Making a bowl is different than making a vase but it also helps you get better at throwing on the wheel. You will learn: how to make a bowl in 5 steps How making a bowl actually helps with throwing How making it round makes it actually look like a bowl and so much more If you have any questions about pottery send them to us on In...

On this episode of Shaping your Pottery we talk about how to make a Vase. Making a vase is important to learn because pretty much every thing you will have a vase shape whether it is big or small it is still a vase shape.  You Will learn: How to make a vase Using a rib to help shape  The Importance of have good neck on your vase If you have any questions about pottery send them to us on...