The Slip Cast (Aimee and Clare)
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| 03 Mar 2022 | Josephine Noel from Recreation Center | 01:52:48 | |
In this week's episode we chat with Josephine Noel, the ceramicist behind Recreation Center! Josephine joins us from her bustling studio in Red Hook, New York to tell us about everything from the origin of her signature rubber handle to her first foray in glassware. We talk about how the Great Recession and farm-to-table clay changed her course and the many lives of Recreation Center. We also discuss the pros of wholesale, the cons of shipping, and how making is priority above all else. | |||
| 17 Mar 2022 | Lalese Stamps from Lolly Lolly Ceramics | 01:25:27 | |
Lalese Stamps from Lolly Lolly Ceramics joins us this week and we couldn't be more thrilled! Lalese talks to us about everything from her background in graphic design to her recent residency with Saint Heron to moving from a basement studio in Columbus, Ohio into a large space in her hometown of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We chat about the 100 Day Project and how it influenced the trajectory of Lolly Lolly as well as how it continues to inspire. Lalese also tells us about Lolly Lolly's transition into slip cast production and their process around creating new products. | |||
| 07 Apr 2022 | Melissa Weiss from Melissa Weiss Pottery | 01:52:20 | |
A conversation with the Asheville, North Carolina based potter, teacher, and wild clay forager, Melissa Weiss! Melissa talks with us about everything from how she began using wild clay to how her process and rhythm has changed over the past couple years to her current clay hiatus while she works on an advanced EMT Certificate. | |||
| 21 Apr 2022 | Kyle Scott Lee from Ceramic Meltdown | 01:47:17 | |
An electrical episode with Kyle Scott Lee from Ceramic Meltdown in which we talk about his painting background, inspiration, and how the 3-dimensional form has become a canvas for his various, vivid, and gestural underglaze applications. Kyle also runs a studio in Brooklyn and dives into the importance of investing, managing, and sharing the space with others. Tangents include talks about the physical hardships of throwing 50lbs of clay, getting the right feel and weight to a pot, and his existing and upcoming brand partnerships and shows. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theslipcast) | |||
| 12 May 2022 | Genna Williams from Genna Williams Ceramics | 01:42:28 | |
This episode features the ceramicist Genna Williams from Genna Williams Ceramics. We talk about her beginnings at SCAD where she studied furniture design, how she founded Broad Studios, a female-operated art collective in Austin, TX, and finding a balance between running a community studio and her own full-time business. Rate, review and subscribe (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-slip-cast/) | |||
| 26 May 2022 | Alex Simon from Make Good Choices | 01:59:27 | |
Alex Simon from Make Good Choices joins us this week from her magical studio in Portland, Oregon. Alex is a sparkle queen who blesses us all with her dream pots, and her dreams include everything from pickles to unicorns to denim! She tells us about her edu'clay'tion and how summer camp continues to inspire her extraordinary studio music videos. Alex also talks about her slip casting process- including assembling both found objects and vintage molds, working backwards from your final idea for a piece, and moving through the production process in stages. We also learn about investing in your business, gold decal methods and Alex's wonderfully complex relationships with various glues as she continues to bedazzle the world. | |||
| 16 Jun 2022 | Dustin Barzell from Ceramicism | 01:42:28 | |
Dustin Barzell from Ceramicism creates intricate cups using a colored clay inlay technique. Inspired by the polymer clay craze of the 90s, he started layering slab-rolled clay at a community studio in Brooklyn before discovering the wonderful world of nerikomi and agateware. | |||
| 07 Jul 2022 | Helen Levi from Helen Levi Ceramics | 01:31:54 | |
The one and only Helen Levi joins us this week from Queens, New York! We talk about how she transitioned into pottery after studying photography, road tripping across the states to visit ceramic factories, and how her business and practice has shifted over time. Helen tells us about how she began slip casting for the effect, her recent tile collaboration with Cerámica Suro, and her instinctual approach to color. We also discuss the pros and cons of production pottery vs. the artist myth and the benefits of working holistically. | |||
| 13 Apr 2023 | Bloom, baby, bloom | 00:39:42 | |
An update from Aimee & Clare about the current state of our lives (including some very exciting news!) and future plans for the show. | |||
| 07 Oct 2020 | Emily Reinhardt from The Object Enthusiast | 02:16:23 | |
Emily Reinhardt is the ceramicist behind The Object Enthusiast. She is also the co-founder of Duet and the Ecru Project. We discuss how she stays true to her brand as she navigates working with larger companies, the lust over luster, glazing techniques, and co-founding and opening Duet, a beautifully curated Kansas City brick and mortar. You can find her on Instagram at @theobjectenthusiast, @du__et, at @theekruproject. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic. Smooches, Aimee & Clare, The Slip Cast | |||
| 07 Oct 2020 | Who, What, Ware? | 01:06:22 | |
You're listening to The Slip Cast with Aimee and Clare. In our intro episode, we discuss who we are, how we met, what we dig about clay, and our hopes for this podcast. You can find our work at @objetaimee and @awaysaway. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic. Thanks for listening to The Slip Cast! Love y'all, Aimee & Clare, The Slip Cast | |||
| 08 Oct 2020 | Cor and Emiliano from Gasworks NYC | 01:33:12 | |
A conversation with Cor and Emiliano, the founders and owners of Gasworks NYC - a community ceramics studio based in Brooklyn, NY. We discuss the ins and outs of supporting and sustaining the studio through the recent pandemic. We also talk about the creation of Public Ceramics and their future plans and dreams. You can find them on Instagram at @gasworksnyc and @publicceramics. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic. XO, Aimee & Clare, The Slip Cast | |||
| 22 Oct 2020 | Another One Bites the Dust | 01:23:44 | |
Ok clay queens, here’s the spooky. In this episode we discuss the realities and potential dangers of silicosis (breathing clay) and healthy studio habits. We also talk about geophagia (eating clay) and the theories surrounding this practice which has existed throughout human evolution. | |||
| 05 Nov 2020 | Eduardo Morales from Pottery for All | 01:42:17 | |
A conversation with Eduardo Morales, the creator of @potteryforall. Eduardo is also the brains behind @pinlord and @macramemakers. In this episode we discuss the evolution of @potteryforall, Eduardo's daily Ceremonial Cacao practice with his partner, dance parties, and his latest project - The Instagram Class. You can find Eduardo on Instagram at @theeduardomorales, @couplescacao, and of course @potteryforall. Sign up for his Instagram class right now via https://theinstagramclass.com/. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic. Love to you all, | |||
| 24 Dec 2020 | Say A Little Prayer | 01:27:21 | |
Do you believe in Kiln Gods? We want to believe! In this episode we discuss kiln firing rituals and the god/desses and guardians across world history and cultures. We also talk about our personal experience with kiln gods and would love to hear if this is a part of your studio practice on this episode's Instagram post at www.instagram.com/theslipcast Wishing you all a happy new year, | |||
| 14 Jan 2021 | Karen Tong from Heo Ceramics | 01:56:39 | |
A conversation with Karen Tong, the ceramicist behind @heoceramics. In this episode we discuss where Karen finds inspiration, how her work and practice has evolved during the pandemic and redefining success. Digressions include karaoke, roller skating, pot convos, nostalgia, TV shows, and poetry. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic. Big kisses, | |||
| 28 Jan 2021 | Dina Nur Satti from Nur Ceramics | 01:59:51 | |
This week we spoke with Dina Nur Satti, the creator behind @nur_ceramics. In this episode, we explore how artists bridge the gap between the physical and spiritual world and their significant role in community. We also discuss the importance of intention and ritual in Dina's practice and how we can all tune into our own creativity. Bisous, P.S. At 36 minutes, Dina is referring to the work of @dr.rosalesmeza. | |||
| 11 Feb 2021 | Ninon (aka Neen) Choplin from Neenineen | 01:39:04 | |
In this week's episode we chat with Ninon (aka Neen) Choplin from Neenineen (@neenineen). Neen talks with us about everything from the first time they threw on the wheel to now 3d printing designs for mold making. Other topics include Parisian architecture, color palettes, and how ideas take shape.
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| 26 Feb 2021 | Dave Zackin from Dave Zackin | 01:31:04 | |
This week we talk with Dave Zackin, a Brooklyn based ceramist and friend. Dave tells us about his old men, creating and selling work during a pandemic, and how to properly sign your work. We hope you get stuck on this episode because this episode will stick with you.
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| 11 Mar 2021 | Ashley and Brian from Happy Hour Ceramics | 01:52:55 | |
We're pumped about this week's conversation with Ashley and Brian, the Los Angeles based duo behind Happy Hour Ceramics. Topics include color, pattern, lighting, trends, shipping, recycling and ceramic casualties to name a few. They also talk with us about how they met, xerophytes and mid-century Las Vegas.
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| 25 Mar 2021 | Nina Else from Nina Else Ceramics | 01:45:23 | |
A conversation with Nina Else (Clare's Aunt!) an artist based in Portola Valley, California who mostly focuses on large scale sculptural work. Since the late 1980s, she has been hand-building one of a kind pieces that stand their ground. With a background in painting, Nina also uses a lot of color and pattern for her surface design along with unconventional ways of decorating and assembling her final pieces. The next time you’re walking in a San Francisco forest, you may just meet a Nina Else original.
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| 08 Apr 2021 | Raina Lee from Raina J Lee | 01:52:04 | |
Raina Lee joins us this week from her treehouse in Los Angeles. With a bonus bird soundtrack, this ceramic artist tells us about how she began her practice, what she's currently working on, and (not) needing to make every functional object out of clay. Extra bonus, we also discuss where art meets design, mixed media musings, why we love school, and clay books!
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| 29 Apr 2021 | Ariel Zimman from Stonedware Company | 01:55:22 | |
A conversation with Ariel Zimman from Stonedware™️ Company about her personal journey with clay and "ganjapreneurship". Your buds, Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic | |||
| 13 May 2021 | Sara Ekua Todd from Ekua Ceramics | 01:36:17 | |
Join three tired potters this week (you know the feeling right?) for a meandering and delightful conversation with Sara Ekua Todd from Ekua Ceramics. Originally from Belgium, but currently based in Long Beach, California, Sara talks to us about her upbringing, how she started making functional pieces, and the large order she's currently working on. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic | |||
| 11 Jun 2021 | I Want to Break Free | 01:13:51 | |
Broken pots? No problem! This week Clare gives us a brief, yet bountiful account of the history of mosaics. She also talks about a few of the contemporary artists working in the medium. Welcome to the wonderful world of mosaics everyone! Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic | |||
| 24 Jun 2021 | Don't Go Breaking My Art | 01:17:03 | |
Take those broken pots and give them a second chance. In part two, Clare covers multiple ways that you can pick up the pieces and make a different work of art. Welcome back to the wonderful world of mosaics everyone! Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theslipcast) | |||
| 22 Jul 2021 | Collin Garrity from Garrity Tools | 01:35:18 | |
Collin Garrity from Garrity Tools joins us this week! Based in St. Louis, Missouri, Collin and the team at Garrity Tools are the makers of your new favorite clay tool. They are currently expanding their wood working operation and thinking big for the future - lucky us! Collin talks to us about his journey from repairing a guitar to building a cooperative business that sells handmade ceramic tools worldwide. Other topics include oddities of the English language, biodegradable materials, the 4-day work week, and french fries. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic | |||
| 12 Aug 2021 | Kara from Kara Leigh Ceramics | 01:52:42 | |
A conversation with Kara Leigh Ford from Kara Leigh Ceramics, our first intercontinental guest based just outside of Bath, England. Over the past 15+ years of working with clay, Kara has left her day job, built out her home studio, developed a line of work inspired by walking the coast of southern England, created a series of online workshops, and written a book (!!!), Pottery for Beginners. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic | |||
| 18 Nov 2021 | Peyton Flynn from Cloud 9 Clay | 01:36:34 | |
After a long hiatus, we're back for a chat with Peyton Flynn from Cloud 9 Clay. We talk about everything from her introduction to clay in high school, creating her own ceramics business, setting up a new studio and opening a brick & mortar shop in Philly. We also discuss her many collaborations, recent wood firings and potential workshops. Tangents include website providers, doughnuts, and very creative ways to share your living space with your studio. Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theslipcast) | |||
| 25 Nov 2021 | Eat, Clay, Love | 00:38:28 | |
In this bonus holiday episode, Aimee & Clare look back at the first year of The Slip Cast and talk about a few of their favorite things. Thank you for being here! Our theme music is by Nick Thompson-Brown at @wayitworksmusic | |||
| 09 Dec 2021 | Maggie Boyd from Maggie Boyd Ceramics | 01:33:00 | |
A conversation with the Brooklyn based ceramicist and teacher Maggie Boyd from Maggie Boyd Ceramics about majolica, her preference for singular work, the dissemination of information through mark-making, an aversion to predictable perfection, the book that she is currently working on, and how clay can restructure your brain. Other topics include her extensive brush collection, toothy paper, kiln posts as train sets, banana phones, and how to make one roll of cling-wrap last a lifetime. Here’s to laughing at ourselves, Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theslipcast) | |||
| 23 Dec 2021 | Lizbeth Navarro from Lizbeth Navarro Ceramics | 01:09:33 | |
Join us for our final episode of the year (!) as we chat with Los Angeles based artist and teacher, Lizbeth Navarro from Lizbeth Navarro Ceramics. In this conversation, Lizbeth talks to us about her work with clay, the many ways she is teaching others to work with clay, and how her practice and studio has shifted throughout the pandemic. | |||
| 13 Jan 2022 | Haley Ann Bradley from Studio Hecha | 01:39:31 | |
Please stand by while we chat with Haley Ann Bradley from Studio Hecha this week! Despite some technical difficulties, we manage to cover topics ranging from trend forecasting to leftover dinners. Haley talks to us about how she became a choreographer of clay, the evolution of the Personality Cup, some hot tips for our future selves and the positivity of a newsletter. | |||