Episodes

May 11, 2021

24. Chat w/ Ave Rivera (@averiverastudio)

Lindsey and Donte chat with fellow geek and business-savvy ceramic artist Ave Rivera. There's talk of income streams, finding your people, expanding into Youtube and Patreon, learning business skills, convention goals, and also do you have a moment to discuss the great and powerful Bullet Journal? Website www.averivera.com Instagram @averiverastudio Youtube Ave Rivera Ave's Podcast Recommendations: The Business of Making Create and Thrive Being Boss Other Recommendations: Printful - Shirt a...
May 11, 2021

24. Chat w/ Ave Rivera (@averiverastudio)

Lindsey and Donte chat with fellow geek and business-savvy ceramic artist Ave Rivera. There's talk of income streams, finding your people, expanding into Youtube and Patreon, learning business skills, convention goals, and also do you have a moment to discuss the great and powerful Bullet Journal? Website www.averivera.com Instagram @averiverastudio Youtube Ave Rivera Ave's Podcast Recommendations: The Business of Making Create and Thrive Being Boss Other Recommendations: Printful - Shirt a...
April 27, 2021

23. Building Our Websites: "This isn't a Squarespace ad..."

Lindsey and Donte talk websites: why they think they're important, how they built theirs, the challenges they ran into along the way, and some tips that might be helpful for those looking to build their first website. They try their best to stay on topic as the one subject of websites brings up debates about websites vs Etsy, artist statements, and shipping. But don't worry, it's not a Squarespace ad, they promise. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic arti...
April 27, 2021

23. Building Our Websites: "This isn't a Squarespace ad..."

Lindsey and Donte talk websites: why they think they're important, how they built theirs, the challenges they ran into along the way, and some tips that might be helpful for those looking to build their first website. They try their best to stay on topic as the one subject of websites brings up debates about websites vs Etsy, artist statements, and shipping. But don't worry, it's not a Squarespace ad, they promise. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic arti...
April 27, 2021

23. Building Our Websites: "This isn't a Squarespace ad..."

Lindsey and Donte talk websites: why they think they're important, how they built theirs, the challenges they ran into along the way, and some tips that might be helpful for those looking to build their first website. They try their best to stay on topic as the one subject of websites brings up debates about websites vs Etsy, artist statements, and shipping. But don't worry, it's not a Squarespace ad, they promise. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic arti...
April 13, 2021

22. Imposter Syndrome: "I'm sh*t"

Lindsey and Donte talk imposter syndrome -- what it is, how they've dealt with it, and how Donte *definitely* doesn't have it. No sir. They also discuss the importance (or lack thereof) of awards, and the difference between confirmation and validation. Also, they have their first sponsor! The Mud Peddlers listeners get 10% off by visiting foundfamiliar.com/themudpeddlers and using Discount Code: themudpeddlers Found Familiar is an online coffee company selling specialty coffee inspired by tabl...
April 13, 2021

22. Imposter Syndrome: "I'm sh*t"

Lindsey and Donte talk imposter syndrome -- what it is, how they've dealt with it, and how Donte *definitely* doesn't have it. No sir. They also discuss the importance (or lack thereof) of awards, and the difference between confirmation and validation. Also, they have their first sponsor! The Mud Peddlers listeners get 10% off by visiting foundfamiliar.com/themudpeddlers and using Discount Code: themudpeddlers Found Familiar is an online coffee company selling specialty coffee inspired by tabl...
April 13, 2021

22. Imposter Syndrome: "I'm sh*t"

Lindsey and Donte talk imposter syndrome -- what it is, how they've dealt with it, and how Donte *definitely* doesn't have it. No sir. They also discuss the importance (or lack thereof) of awards, and the difference between confirmation and validation. Also, they have their first sponsor! The Mud Peddlers listeners get 10% off by visiting foundfamiliar.com/themudpeddlers and using Discount Code: themudpeddlers Found Familiar is an online coffee company selling specialty coffee inspired by tabl...
March 30, 2021

21. Chat w/ Becca & Ryan of Wheel Talk Podcast

Four ceramic artists walk into a Skype call... Lindsey and Donte chat with Becca and Ryan of Wheel Talk podcast. There's talk of podcast and friendship origin stories, social media, business development, selling venues, work/life balance, artist heroes...and Donte and Lindsey begin to introduce Becca and Ryan to the world of anime conventions. Because they wanna be the very best, like no one ever was.... ***This episode is a shortened, edited version of our chat. To hear the full interview, li...
March 30, 2021

21. Chat w/ Becca & Ryan of Wheel Talk Podcast

Four ceramic artists walk into a Skype call... Lindsey and Donte chat with Becca and Ryan of Wheel Talk podcast. There's talk of podcast and friendship origin stories, social media, business development, selling venues, work/life balance, artist heroes...and Donte and Lindsey begin to introduce Becca and Ryan to the world of anime conventions. Because they wanna be the very best, like no one ever was.... ***This episode is a shortened, edited version of our chat. To hear the full interview, li...
March 30, 2021

21. Chat w/ Becca & Ryan of Wheel Talk Podcast

Four ceramic artists walk into a Skype call... Lindsey and Donte chat with Becca and Ryan of Wheel Talk podcast. There's talk of podcast and friendship origin stories, social media, business development, selling venues, work/life balance, artist heroes...and Donte and Lindsey begin to introduce Becca and Ryan to the world of anime conventions. Because they wanna be the very best, like no one ever was.... ***This episode is a shortened, edited version of our chat. To hear the full interview, li...
March 16, 2021

20. Fanart and Copyright: The Un-Definitive Edition

Lindsey and Donte talk about their experiences and thoughts on making fanart and dealing with copyright issues. They discuss where the line in the sand is for them, resources for getting second opinions on your fanart, and how they navigate the sea of gray area. Also, they are 110% not lawyers. Just sayin'. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, and ...
March 16, 2021

20. Fanart and Copyright: The Un-Definitive Edition

Lindsey and Donte talk about their experiences and thoughts on making fanart and dealing with copyright issues. They discuss where the line in the sand is for them, resources for getting second opinions on your fanart, and how they navigate the sea of gray area. Also, they are 110% not lawyers. Just sayin'. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, and ...
March 16, 2021

20. Fanart and Copyright: The Un-Definitive Edition

Lindsey and Donte talk about their experiences and thoughts on making fanart and dealing with copyright issues. They discuss where the line in the sand is for them, resources for getting second opinions on your fanart, and how they navigate the sea of gray area. Also, they are 110% not lawyers. Just sayin'. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, and ...
March 2, 2021

19. Artistic Style: "I wanna make God cry"

Lindsey and Donte discuss their artistic styles. Proverbial wine glasses in hand, they ruminate over such questions as: How long does it take to develop an artistic style? Does one find one's artistic style, or does it emerge from one's cumulative experiences? What does it mean to make someone's head explode..? About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, ...
March 2, 2021

19. Artistic Style: "I wanna make God cry"

Lindsey and Donte discuss their artistic styles. Proverbial wine glasses in hand, they ruminate over such questions as: How long does it take to develop an artistic style? Does one find one's artistic style, or does it emerge from one's cumulative experiences? What does it mean to make someone's head explode..? About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, ...
March 2, 2021

19. Artistic Style: "I wanna make God cry"

Lindsey and Donte discuss their artistic styles. Proverbial wine glasses in hand, they ruminate over such questions as: How long does it take to develop an artistic style? Does one find one's artistic style, or does it emerge from one's cumulative experiences? What does it mean to make someone's head explode..? About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, ...
Feb. 20, 2021

18. Extra! Extra! Jon the Potter Debrief

In this fun extra episode, Lindsey and Donte share their post-interview thoughts about their chat with Jon the Potter. They discuss what stood out most to each of them, share what they were nervous about, and wrap up with some reflection on being around people who are different than you. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professiona...
Feb. 20, 2021

18. Extra! Extra! Jon the Potter Debrief

In this fun extra episode, Lindsey and Donte share their post-interview thoughts about their chat with Jon the Potter. They discuss what stood out most to each of them, share what they were nervous about, and wrap up with some reflection on being around people who are different than you. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professiona...
Feb. 20, 2021

18. Extra! Extra! Jon the Potter Debrief

In this fun extra episode, Lindsey and Donte share their post-interview thoughts about their chat with Jon the Potter. They discuss what stood out most to each of them, share what they were nervous about, and wrap up with some reflection on being around people who are different than you. About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professiona...
Feb. 16, 2021

17. Chat w/ Jon the Potter: "I get obsessed with stuff."

Lindsey and Donte sit down for a virtual chat with ceramic artist and Youtube star Jon the Potter. Amidst conversation about time management and business development, we hear how Jon navigates changing priorities, learning new skills, and his alternate reality career. A big thanks to all of you who sent us questions to ask Jon! About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in...
Feb. 16, 2021

17. Chat w/ Jon the Potter: "I get obsessed with stuff."

Lindsey and Donte sit down for a virtual chat with ceramic artist and Youtube star Jon the Potter. Amidst conversation about time management and business development, we hear how Jon navigates changing priorities, learning new skills, and his alternate reality career. A big thanks to all of you who sent us questions to ask Jon! About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in...
Feb. 16, 2021

17. Chat w/ Jon the Potter: "I get obsessed with stuff."

Lindsey and Donte sit down for a virtual chat with ceramic artist and Youtube star Jon the Potter. Amidst conversation about time management and business development, we hear how Jon navigates changing priorities, learning new skills, and his alternate reality career. A big thanks to all of you who sent us questions to ask Jon! About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She has been working in...
Feb. 2, 2021

16. Sponsorships: "Senpai noticed me..."

Lindsey picks Donte's brain about sponsorships. They cover what kinds of sponsorships are out there, views on competition in the world of ceramic Youtubers, and things to consider to help you enjoy and benefit from your partnership. We also learn that Donte definitely isn't a tropey anime girl..not at all...it's not like he likes you or anything... About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes nerdy mugs, cafe dishware, and creature sculptures. She...