In this episode of 'Shaping Your Pottery,' Nic Torres welcomes Hailey Fair, a potter who shares her journey from traditional apprenticeships to establishing a unique brand focused on nerdy pottery inspired by books, video games, and movies. Hailey discusses the importance of breaking away from conventional methods, finding joy in creating, and how social media has played a significant role in identifying her customer base and growing her business. She also offers practical advice for aspiring potters on overcoming self-doubt, discovering their artistic voice, and the significance of consistency and bravery in turning pottery into a successful career. you can learn more about Hailey by checking out her instagram https://www.instagram.com/crackpotcrockery/

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00:00 Introduction: Embracing Criticism in Pottery 00:08 Challenging Traditional Pottery Beliefs 01:00 Haley's Journey into Pottery 02:26 The Apprenticeship Experience 05:34 Creating Nerdy Pottery 07:28 Finding Inspiration and Constraints 14:12 The Business Side of Pottery 21:44 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Finding Your Voice 27:53 Final Thoughts and Advice

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In this episode, Nic Torres discusses the three hardest obstacles potters face when trying to find their unique pottery voice: overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, finding time to practice pottery, and dealing with a lack of resources and skills. Nic offers practical tips for overcoming each challenge, such as maintaining consistent practice to build confidence, creating habits that integrate pottery into daily routines, and utilizing available resources creatively. He also emphasizes the importance of persistence and intentionality in honing one's pottery identity.

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00:00 Introduction: The Three Hardest Things in Pottery 00:19 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome 01:07 Finding Time for Pottery 03:47 Building Pottery Habits 06:35 Dealing with Lack of Resources 08:11 Conclusion and Final Tips 08:22 Bonus: 53 Themes for Your Pottery