Month: January 2025

  • Embracing the Journey of Creation

    Embracing the Journey of Creation

    Welcome to the latest edition of the Creek Road Pottery newsletter, where I share the trials, triumphs, and lessons learned from life in the studio. The second half of January has been a time of challenges, resilience, and connections, all … Read the rest

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  • Cold Firings & Staying Creative

    Cold Firings & Staying Creative

    Finding Creativity in the Cold The freezing temperatures this January have tested more than just my patienceโ€”theyโ€™ve tested my process. Kiln lids froze shut, burners clogged, and firing became a trial of resilience. Yet, thereโ€™s something strangely rewarding about troubleshooting … Read the rest

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  • 12-Week Strategic Artist Recovery Plan

    12-Week Strategic Artist Recovery Plan

    Combining the mental strategies from “Mental Training for Ultrarunning” with the 12-Step Creative and Business Framework and The Artist’s Way themes, Iโ€™ve created an integrated 12-week strategic plan tailored for my pottery in Chat-GPT. This updated roadmap emphasizes mental … Read the rest

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  • Showing Up & Deep Cleaning

    Showing Up & Deep Cleaning

    January 9th, 2025, โ€œWork that matters for people who care.โ€ A Year of Commitment: Writing and the Studio After a full year of showing up to write daily, Iโ€™ve realized the power of commitment and consistency. Itโ€™s an accomplishment Iโ€™m … Read the rest

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  • 40 Chat GPT- Prompts for Pottery

    40 Chat GPT- Prompts for Pottery

    As potters, our work blends creativity with the need for efficiency. Whether you’re managing a pottery studio, preparing for craft shows, or creating new pieces, organizing your time effectively is essential. To help you get the most out of your … Read the rest

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