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Glazed Over is the newest offering from the Contemporary Ceramic Studio Association. Own a ceramic studio and want to amplify your reach? Thinking of opening a contemporary ceramic art space but don’t know where to start?
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Arr to 30 Years: The 2026 CCSA Convention Recap (opens the original)
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Vanessa Steele and Jessica Cowan recap the excitement of the 2026 CCSA Convention in Tampa! From inspiring classes and new supplier finds to memorable events, connections, and plenty of fun, join them for a behind-the-scenes look at the ideas and energy everyone brought home. This episode is perfect for those who attended and want to relive the experience, as well as anyone who missed this year’s convention—or has never attended before and wants to discover what makes CCSA Convention so special.
Take Your Studio From Paper to Digital (opens the original)
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Nell Wertz, owner of All Fired Up in Akron, Ohio, joins us to talk about CreativeQ, the studio management software she created to streamline customer orders, kiln operations, and pickup notifications. Nell shares how moving from paper-based systems to digital workflows has improved staff efficiency, organization, and the customer experience. We also explore KilnCare, CreativeQ’s digital kiln management system for tracking firings, maintenance, issues, and parts. Whether you’re looking to moderni
From Vacationers to Repeat Customers (opens the original)
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Melissa Shook, owner of Fire It Ceramics in Port Aransas, Texas, joins us to share how she built a thriving vacation-focused pottery studio over the past 19 years. She walks us through the systems behind her signature next-day pickup service, efficient kiln operations, and all-inclusive pricing model that keeps tourists coming back year after year. We also discuss creating memorable guest experiences, serving both locals and visitors, and the operational strategies that allow her team to handle
Studio Confessions (opens the original)
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Every studio owner has moments they wish they could do over—but those experiences often become the lessons that shape a stronger business. In this episode of Glazed Over, Vanessa Steele sits down with Katie Yallaly of Doing Dishes in Florida and Chelsea Sushchena of Clay Canvas in Reno, for a candid conversation about the decisions, mistakes, and unexpected challenges they encountered while running their studios. Together, they share what those experiences taught them, what they would handle dif
1099 vs. W-2 — Are You Classifying Your Staff Correctly? (opens the original)
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This week on Glazed Over, we're joined by Casey Melidoni and Brandon Berkley from ADP to tackle one of the most confusing topics for studio owners: when someone should be a 1099 contractor, a vendor, or a W-2 employee. We break down real studio scenarios — from guest instructors and kiln technicians to seasonal staff — and discuss the legal, financial, and operational implications of each classification. We also cover the ABC test, contracts, insurance requirements, and why government agencies a
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