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Colour and Ceramics

Bob Acton
Ceramics
Sculpture
Color Psychology
Color Theory
Surface Design
Creativity
Art Education
Colour Psychology
Artists
Calgary Art Market
Art Therapy
Color
Pottery Techniques
Figurative Art
Joyful Art
Graphic Design
Studio Practices
Art Business
Art Exhibitions
Art Market

Colour affects peoples’ emotional reactions and mood. In ceramics, the artist uses colour to imbue something other than that communicated from the form itself. This podcast explores the entire spectrum of colour, the psychology of colour, and how to use colour to communicate in ceramics.

Bob will not only interview top ceramic artists from around the world but also artists using other mediums who ... more

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SPECIAL EDITION: In this episode of the Colour & Ceramics Podcast, we explore the Surface Stories Collective, surfacestoriescollective.lovable.app/, a Toronto-based initiative bringing non-ceramic artists from equity-deserving communities int... more

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My guest today is British ceramic sculptor Paul Smith, who has worked full-time from his studio in North Derbyshire since 1998. Paul is known for his bold, semi-abstract animal sculptures, combining simplified forms with expressive, richly layered su... more

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This week we're joined by Mary Fox, a self-taught BC potter who turned a lifetime of "learning at the school of hard knocks" into an acclaimed artistic career. Mary shares her journey from functional pottery to exploratory art, her approach to surfac... more

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In this episode, Bob Acton joined by interdisciplinary artist Kristine Zingeler.

Kristine works across photography, collage, drawing, painting, and sculpture, creating subtle but powerful work that explores interconnectedness, time, and the constant... more

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Recent Guests

Natalie Waddell
Facilitator in Surface Stories Collective program
Great Canadian Pottery Throwdown involvement, ceramic artist and teacher in Toronto
Episode: Surface Stories Collective: A Toronto Arts Councill-funded Project
Christina Leslie
Participant in Surface Stories Collective
Photographer and artist examining history, memory, and race
Episode: Surface Stories Collective: A Toronto Arts Councill-funded Project
Paul Smith
British ceramic sculptor
Studio in North Derbyshire
Episode: Paul Smith: British Sculptor
Mary Fox
Self-taught exploratory potter
Based in British Columbia, Canada
Episode: Mary Fox: A Canadian Potter who loves teaching
Kristine Zingeler
Interdisciplinary artist based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Calgary-based artist
Episode: Kristine Zingelar: A Canadian interdisciplinary artist.
Sarah Pike
A Canadian ceramic artist known for slab-built pottery inspired by mountains, antique tinware, and natural textures.
Independent artist (Canada)
Episode: Sarah Pike: A Canadian potter making exquisite slab-built, functional ware.
Teresa Wyss
Small batch potter working from a home studio in Calgary, Alberta
Episode: Teresa Wyss: A Canadian small-batch functional potter in Alberta.
Robbin Harris
A crystalline ceramic artist based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Episode: Robbin Harris: A Canadian Crystalline Ceramic Artist
Gillian Boon
Calgary-based ceramic artist known for her ocean-inspired ceramics
Episode: Gillian Boon: A Canadian Potter & Prairie Mermaid

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Bob Acton
Host of Colour and Ceramics Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • A brilliant podcast

    Dear Bob. I found your podcast a few days again, and have already listened to several episodes. Thank you so much for this gift to the ceramics community. I am really enjoying listening to the ceramicists, how they use colour, and lots of other interesting and helpful information. You are an excellent interviewer, and draw out so many nuggets of gold!! Thank you, and to the ceramicists who have joined you in these conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carolann Samuels
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Connection through colour

    Interesting and heartfelt conversations on colour, creativity and life. For anyone working as an artist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terra Alba
    Sweden2 years ago

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Listeners praise deep dives into colour and texture, and the host's interviewing skill.
Audience appreciates practical studio and business tips for makers.
Feedback highlights the show's warmth and focus on craft alongside colour psychology.

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#40
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
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#187
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
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#111
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
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#47
Belgium/Arts/Visual Arts
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#55
Spain/Arts/Visual Arts
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#78
Finland/Arts/Visual Arts

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Mary Fox: A Canadian Potter who loves teaching
Q: Tell us about your journey in clay and how you got started.
Mary describes her path from a self-taught potter who fell in love with the craft in grade school to a nationally recognized artist, emphasizing the decisive moment when she realized her work was truly her own and the ongoing balance between tableware and personal artwork.
Kristine Zingelar: A Canadian interdisciplinary artist.
Q: What advice would you give to someone starting out or trying to find their creative focus?
Her advice is to follow what truly interests you, avoid making work solely to win accolades, and recognize that passion and personal curiosity often lead to the most meaningful and resonant art.
Kristine Zingelar: A Canadian interdisciplinary artist.
Q: What strategies have helped you build gallery representation and engage with the art community?
Kristine emphasizes in-person engagement: attending openings, inviting studio visits, and building relationships one-on-one with curators and gallerists to establish trust and present a clear artistic intent.
Kristine Zingelar: A Canadian interdisciplinary artist.
Q: How do you decide what to work on, given your deep interest in nature and natural forms?
She describes being drawn to forgotten bits in nature, the repetition and intricate patterns, and how macro observations of things like pine cones and fossils guide her choices and surface explorations.
Kristine Zingelar: A Canadian interdisciplinary artist.
Q: Could you sort of take us back to the beginning of your work a little bit, and tell us about your journey into clay, especially since you work across many mediums?
Kristine explains her shift from painting to collage and photography, and eventually to ceramics, highlighting how hand-building offered accessibility and a way to integrate clay into her practice without a wheel or kiln, leading to a focus on vessels and textures.

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The show centers on how colour affects mood and meaning in ceramics, with in-depth conversations about colour theory, perception, and how hues influence form, texture, and surface design. Episodes spotlight practising ceramic artists from around the world, often exploring process, studio practice, and the practical side of making—such as pricing, galleries, and career sustainability—through a colour-first lens. A notable strength is its ability to connect colour psychology to tangible ceramic outcomes, offering both conceptual and hands-on takes from a global mix of artists. This combination makes it a strong fit for listeners who want actionable insights into colour use in ceramics, studio practice, and creative entrepreneurship.

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Recent guests on Colour and Ceramics include:

1. Natalie Waddell
2. Christina Leslie
3. Paul Smith
4. Mary Fox
5. Kristine Zingeler
6. Sarah Pike
7. Teresa Wyss
8. Robbin Harris

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