Throwback: The Secret To Making Slab Built Pottery With Sarah Pike

In this episode of 'Shaping Your Pottery,' host Nic Torres revisits an enlightening interview with Sarah Pike, a renowned potter specializing in slab-built pottery with intricate textures. Sarah shares her journey from her early days in pottery to establishing herself as a full-time artist. Listeners will learn the importance of scheduling consistent studio time, embracing failures, and taking small steps daily to ignite creativity. Sarah also delves into the role of social media in her growth, the significance of finding community, and her personal path to discovering her unique pottery voice. She offers practical advice on using textures, making stamps, and navigating the business side of pottery. This episode is filled with valuable insights for aspiring potters looking to carve their own path and develop a distinctive artistic voice. You can learn more about Sarah by checking out her instagram https://www.instagram.com/sarahpikepottery/ Join The Shaping Your Pottery Newsletter By Clicking This Link shapingyourpottery.com/newsletter [http://shapingyourpottery.com/newsletter] For more episodes go to shapingyourpottery.com [https://www.shapingyourpottery.com/]   00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:59 Sarah Pike's Pottery Journey 03:00 Challenges and Triumphs in Pottery 06:57 The Art of Slab Building 15:23 The Business Side of Pottery 23:54 Finding Your Unique Pottery Voice 31:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts