Ryan & Becca share advice about hosting your own 2 hour workshops. Becca has been hosting a number of these recently and has so much to share! Questions include: how much should I charge, what’s reasonable to complete in 2 hours, and how should I structure the class. They both have some good life updates to share as well. Enjoy!

Resources
#240 - Mobile studios

What would you do if...
you sent a new wholesaler your wholesale agreement and they declined to sign it?

Listener Questions
On this episode:
- I’d love tips for running pottery workshops (2-3 hour workshop where instructor provides everything) @cityhouseclay
- I'd like some advice about hosting a workshop at a local brewery. @Frenchfrogpottery

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In this episode, Ryan and Becca answer a few listener questions before diving into the topic of preorders. Inspired by an Instagram story series from @themugmaiden, they discuss Ryan's experience as a customer of a preordered ceramic piece. They also explore the ins and outs of selling preorders, including tips for success and scenarios where offering preorders might not be the best option.

Resources
The Hatch House Bed & Breakfast
Corning Museum of Glass - Corning, NY

Listener Questions
On this episode:
- What workshops and/or short term residency’s might you recommend? Bonus points if they’re in the Midwest, double bonus points if they’re surface design or efficiency related! Thank you! @Savijjacob
- I am at a loss on Pinterest. I have asked so many people, when you are looking for decor ideas, where do they go, and it seems like Pinterest is often the answer. I have no idea how to promote myself on the platform other than paying them, and I'm kinda tapped out on that concept. Thanks so much, if this isn't the right thing to discuss, I completely understand. @jelo.designs

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Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.
Speedball Ceramics - Check out their new underglaze formula and colored plastic bats online or from a distributor near you. Find out more at speedballart.com.

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Ryan and Becca return for the third chapter of the podcast book club, diving into Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative by Austin Kleon. Joined once again by Taylor Swilley, they explore key takeaways and connect the book’s themes to their own lives and businesses.

We'll announce our next book club selection later in the year with plans to release the episode in February 2025.

A special thanks to Taylor for joining us again and for recording the ads in today’s episode!

Resources
"Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative" by Austin Kleon (e-book available on Libby)
#267 - Embracing a Creative Life: Big Magic with Taylor Swilley

-----Find more about Taylor's business below-----
Instagram - @backyardkiln
Website - https://backyardkiln.com/
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/shop/BackyardKiln

Listener Questions
Send us questions so we can answer anything you've been thinking about on a future episode. Send those through Instagram @wheeltalkpodcast or email us at wheeltalkpodcast@gmail.com.

Sponsors
L&L Kilns - The durable kiln that potters trust to fire evenly & consistently. Find your L&L kiln at hotkilns.com
Smith Sharpe Refractory - Find out which Advancer Kiln Shelves are right for you at kilnshelf.com.

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