The Mud Peddlers: Ceramic Art Behind the Scenes

Lindsey M Dillon and Donte Earth Nation

Two nerdy ceramic artists share the behind-the-scenes of their worlds of clay.

  1. 09/29/2025

    Episode 119: Teaching Tips: "The Dad effect."

    Ever thought about teaching a workshop or class? Lindsey and Donte chat about their experiences teaching, and share some tips for both beginners and those with some experience. There’s talk of class structure, communication styles…and how a switch on your pottery wheel can make you a better teacher. Interested in mocha diffusion? In the Syracuse, NY area? Sign up for Donte’s Workshop with Clayscapes! https://www.clayscapespottery.com/products/mocha-diffusion-with-donte-cuellar _____ About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait. Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime. Find Lindsey Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon  Find Donte Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y

    49 min
  2. 04/30/2025

    113. Live from NCECA: Chat w/ Skutt

    Donte chats with Jim Skutt and Chad Stewart of Skutt. Yes. That Skutt. There’s talk of firing best practices, the future of ceramics education, some really impactful new projects coming down the pipeline, Donte’s ultimate kiln feature wish list…and the definitive answer to how many peep holes to leave open during a firing.  What would you have asked Skutt if you were sitting with Donte in this episode? Tell us in the comments or tag us @earthnationceramics or @lindseymdillon. Find out what’s new with Skutt at skutt.com and on social media @skuttkilns and @skuttwheels, and head to skutt.com/kidsneedclay to find out about a brand new project this lawful good company is working on. _____ About Your Hosts Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait. Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 100k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime. Find Lindsey Website and shop – lindseymdillon.com Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon  Find Donte Website and shop – earthnationceramics.com Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics Join the Discord – https://discord.gg/Xtmwk7y

    1h 11m
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Two nerdy ceramic artists share the behind-the-scenes of their worlds of clay.

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