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Makers' Spark - Member Spotlight
Learn more about one of our Makers' Spark members in this member spotlight featuring Amy Kastelin.
Making It Work: The Modern Studio Potter NCECA Panel
Headed to NCECA this year? Join Naomi Clement, Diana Adams, Sarah Pike, and Carole Epp for a panel all about the nitty-gritty aspects of being a potter in the digital...
10 of My Favourite Tools for Handbuilding Pottery
It’s time to talk tools! I’ve been working in clay for over 20 years, and have learned that the right tool for the job can really streamline the making process. And as much as possible, I’ve tried to invest in good tools that will last. Quality over quantity eh?
Here’s a list of 10 of my favourite tools that I use on a regular basis, and consider essential for handbuilding pottery.
Puzzles, Pots, & Creative Reading
Some thoughts on finding your voice & style as an artist, and a list of my favourite creative books.
My Favourite Things - 2023 Edition
Where I live, December is a time of gathering and reflection; a time to celebrate and fill our cups before the dark cold winter days to come. Throw some pottery...
My Grandmother's Recipe for Shortbread
Every December I share my Grandmother's recipe for shortbread cookies. Many folks enjoy shortbread year round, but I always associate this cookie with the Christmas holidays. Every year when we...
Delicous Festive Drink Recipes
December has arrived y'all! It wouldn’t be the holidays without festive refreshments, we've been mixing it up behind the scenes and are ready to share a special cocktail and mocktail recipe with you as we shimmy into the spirit of the holiday season.
From Starving Artist To Thriving Artist with Naomi Clement
In this interview, I discuss how I resisted becoming an artist for many years, in part because the cultural myth of the starving artist led me to believe that all artists had to be poor (pro tip: that’s not true!). I also talk about how I grew my audience on social media, perspectives on pricing work and communicating value, and my evolution as a creative entrepreneur.
Podcast Interview: The Importance of Storytelling with Naomi Clement
I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Rebecca Ickes Carra for her Maker’s Playbook podcast (an awesome podcast all about the business side of being a ceramic artist!)....
Artists Statements 101: Why You Need One and How to Write It
Are you struggling with writing artist statements? Maybe you put off writing them until the absolute last minute? Or maybe you’ve just avoided the issue altogether by telling yourself that you don’t really need one?
Summer Bounty
A round-up of my Summer 2023 favourite things, including books, gardening, recipes, movies and more!
