The Art of Chaos

The Difference Between Watching Pottery and Throwing It

The Difference Between Watching Pottery and Thr...

Most people walk into beginner pottery class confident. Not in an arrogant way. Just informed. They’ve watched the videos. They’ve seen the perfectly centered clay. They’ve watched someone pull walls in one smooth, effortless...

The Difference Between Watching Pottery and Thr...

Most people walk into beginner pottery class confident. Not in an arrogant way. Just informed. They’ve watched the videos. They’ve seen the perfectly centered clay. They’ve watched someone pull walls in one smooth, effortless...

Two Years In (And It Still Feels Like Spring)

Two Years In (And It Still Feels Like Spring)

In just under two weeks, The Artisan Shop & Studio turns two. Two. That feels both tiny and massive. Some days it feels like we just unlocked the doors and...

Two Years In (And It Still Feels Like Spring)

In just under two weeks, The Artisan Shop & Studio turns two. Two. That feels both tiny and massive. Some days it feels like we just unlocked the doors and...

The Weekend I Didn’t Teach (and Why That Matters)

The Weekend I Didn’t Teach (and Why That Matters)

This past weekend was the first one I haven’t taught a class since the middle of October. And honestly? It was really nice. Not because I am tired of teaching—I...

The Weekend I Didn’t Teach (and Why That Matters)

This past weekend was the first one I haven’t taught a class since the middle of October. And honestly? It was really nice. Not because I am tired of teaching—I...

What’s Brewing at The Shop (Hint: It’s the Fun Stuff)

What’s Brewing at The Shop (Hint: It’s the Fun ...

After a few weeks of deeper, more reflective posts, it feels like the right time to lighten things up a bit—because if you’ve been in the shop lately, you know...

What’s Brewing at The Shop (Hint: It’s the Fun ...

After a few weeks of deeper, more reflective posts, it feels like the right time to lighten things up a bit—because if you’ve been in the shop lately, you know...

Tripping Over “Good” on the Way to “Great”

Tripping Over “Good” on the Way to “Great”

Lately, I’ve been noticing something about myself—and I’m guessing I’m not alone in this. I have a tendency to trip over good because I’m chasing great. Not in a flashy,...

Tripping Over “Good” on the Way to “Great”

Lately, I’ve been noticing something about myself—and I’m guessing I’m not alone in this. I have a tendency to trip over good because I’m chasing great. Not in a flashy,...

When Growth Feels Uncomfortable

When Growth Feels Uncomfortable

Lately, things at the shop have felt full in a way that isn’t easily labeled as good or bad. Just full. We’ve expanded into new product lines. We’ve brought in...

When Growth Feels Uncomfortable

Lately, things at the shop have felt full in a way that isn’t easily labeled as good or bad. Just full. We’ve expanded into new product lines. We’ve brought in...

Welcome to The Art of Chaos

Handmade. Heartfelt. Occasionally on Fire.

If you’ve ever tried to pour soap, glaze a mug, or light a
candle and thought, “Well… that wasn’t the plan,” — you’re in exactly the right
place.

Here at The Artisan Shop & Studio, chaos isn’t a
problem to fix — it’s the secret ingredient. It’s the spark that turns ideas
into art, strangers into creative tribes, and accidents into something
surprisingly beautiful (and sometimes unintentionally flammable).

This blog — The Art of Chaos — is where we’ll share
it all:

  • Stories from behind the wheel (the pottery kind, not the freeway kind).
  • Maker tips and “don’t try this at home” moments from the studio.
  • Sneak peeks at upcoming classes, artisan spotlights, and new creations fresh from the kiln.
  • Inspiration for anyone who believes that handmade > perfect, and a little mess makes life better.

So grab a mug(bonus points if it’s one you made or painted), pour yourself something warm, and settle in.

Let’s celebrate the caffeine-fueled,
clay-splattered, heart-driven art of building something beautiful — even when it starts in chaos.

Welcome to our community of makers, dreamers, and beautifully imperfect humans. We’re so glad you’re here.