In this episode of Shape Your Pottery, Nic welcomes Michelle Herringer, who shares her experiences and lessons learned from pottery failures. Michelle talks about her journey into pottery, how she started her own studio, and the inspiration behind her unique knitted porcelain pieces. She emphasizes the importance of testing before large projects, finding joy in the process, and managing time effectively. Michelle also provides advice for those looking to open their studios and discover their unique pottery voice. You can learn more about Michelle by checking out her instagram here   / michipottery  

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00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Michelle
00:05 A Pottery Failure and Lessons Learned
03:03 Michelle's Journey into Pottery
07:52 Studying at Onomi Pottery Studio
09:05 Opening Her Own Studio
14:09 Creating Knitted Porcelain Pottery
20:29 Building Curiosity and Finding Your Voice
27:09 Advice for Aspiring Potters
32:24 Final Thoughts and Parting Words