Just watching you throw is a teaching and learning process. You throw bigger than I can get to yet, but each time I manage to tweak my process thanks to watching you. Keep it up.
I honestly see your channel growing. You’re on my list of potter RUclipsrs that I look out for new videos like Simon Leach, Jon the Potter, to name a few.
I use my wheel in the same standing fashion you do, working from the straight edge of the table with tools next to me instead of across the wheel from me. It makes so much sense.
I like whatever you choose. You're one of the best of the potters making videos. Especially the larger sizes. What a gift you have. Anything you share is inspiring to us potters. The kiln you built is amazing. If you have fun, we will too!!!
If you are interested in what I'm looking for in your videos, it's just you sharing your knowledge and tips about the whole process. I really enjoy learning from you.
Thanks for your feedback. Some parts of the process are much harder to document and share but I’ll do my best to share what inspires me about all of the parts of the process. Cheers!
Firstly, your videos are helpful just by letting us watch your repetitive hand movements and your style of throwing. For me, seeing a different technique and how/why it's used to create a specific shape or form is very advantageous for the advancement of my own abilities. Secondly, I think this style of video is great! Many youtubers seem to feel burned out when they're constantly trying to appease a certain audience. Just do you! We'll keep watching! If there are some recurring questions being left in the comments, maybe you could write those down as talking points during these non-live video sessions. Otherwise, you do a fantastic job of explaining as you go.....type of clay, weight, tools, etc.... I think your channel is REALLY informative and helpful! Thank you for being yourself!
Hey Matt, I subscribed to your channel the first time I watched your video. I so appreciate that you are passionate about sharing your technique's so you just babble away to your hearts content, Your fricken ability is off the charts and watching anything you want to throw is a pleasure. Turn that ad thing on and start getting paid for all the video's you've put out here. You're a legit functional potter, with some serious talent, and an excellent teacher for the watchers like me.
Did you make this yesterday before I got there? You already know my feelings on your videos and our talks together. Your videos are some of the best with techniques and tips to help all levels of potters so keep them coming. Always enjoy your thoughts and conversation that come with your videos.
I think i made it after you left yesterday. Can’t remember now. Haha. Thanks for coming to visit. Danielle apologizes for not talking more. She had her plate full.
I just love watching you throw, and the way you chat and work at the same time blows my mind, it's as though your body is on auto pilot making the bowls and vases, but your mind is on what you are saying, fascinating. Even when you mucked one up you didn't pause, just take it off and Carry on, that is a great lesson to any home potter. Continue please. I'm looking forward to seeing what comes out of the wood kiln, I bet you don't sleep much that night. Good luck by the way. Cheers Bob 🇬🇧
Matt I like watching what and how you make your pieces and the videos you make only because it give me ideas on what I make also. Thats what I believe, all good potters like to do, help others get better. I just made a video with Simon Leach a few days ago on how I made a rotary sieve that can be made at home. The videos that I look for are helping ones and you do that, don't stop doing what your doing. Eddie.
YOU are HUMAN ! Nice work Matthew. I appreciate your work and encouragement. Not only in pottery, but in living our lives to the best we can be in what we enjoy and in the talents that we have been given. Thanks ! Looking forward to seeing the next flop!
Hi Matthew the main reason y we watch your videos is because your very inspiring,you keep it real no gimmicks, your throwing and your new kiln are amazing and I hope one day I can to were you are,I'm stuck in my back shed at mo,just starting out,so got long way to go lol.im aiming to do video's soon and I'll be showing how to start up a pottery with very little money,keep up the brilliant work 😃
Hey Matt. Sorry to have missed the bowls, your rib technique is fun to watch - I will have to review the detailed video you did a while back explaining the process. With this said, I wonder if you would consider instructing a bit more as you throw your pot. Explain what your hands are doing, how you shape the form, and size of thrown pieces as the camera fools us to thinking it is larger than it really is...Potters, no matter the skill level, never tire of learning techniques - that’s the main reason we watch videos. As for earning ad revenue, you should know my thoughts on this. GO FOR IT. You have justly earned a following and reputation that attracts advertising sponsors. You make money, they make money WIN -WIN for everyone.
I am to nervous to make videos. I love watching you throw on the wheel! Your work is so beautiful! You are the first person i have ever watched make the massive pots that are multiple sections!
Keep doing what you’re doing. I enjoy just watching you throw. I am fine with “today I am throwing what ever you need to throw that day”. I am a visual learner and like us all, learn by repetition. Looking forward to your first Kiln opening from the wood burning beauty you have been working your bum off to build. As to the ad revenue, take it man. There are plenty of bills to pay and you have kids. Say no more, except thanks for posting.
Hey man I can really relate to everything you talked about! Thanks for sharing, I don't know if there is any right answer, let me know if you figure it out:)
I’m so glad to hear that from another content creator! I’ll be working on that answer, haha. As always I assume the answer is some balance that keeps us happy creating while filling the need and desire for certain content on YT. For now I will continue to make videos but with less stress on the type of video I “need” to make. I don’t have anything to lose and if the videos still succeed then I’ll be more satisfied and happy with the process. Time will tell. Thanks again for watching and for the comments!
I’m very happy with the way it has turned out so far. It’s honestly been one of the hardest projects I’ve ever worked on in my life. Especially considering all the time, money, and emotional investment that is in it already and lots more still to come. I appreciate the support!
Just finished watching.... You have just spoken the thoughts of every potter, every RUclips potter, and every RUclips(r) for that matter. Honestly, you are most likely the best potter on RUclips right now. Being totally honest, I would say you are an extremely competitive guy, who strives to be at the top of your game... whatever that may be at the time.... And if your effort puts you at the top in your field, even better. Of course you want to be successful. Of course you want to make money.... Your viewers will give you ideas and tell you what they need help with. I say, keep showing your throwing, whilst adding firing, glazing and the finished product. I LOVED those giant vessels that you RUclips(d) from start to finish. I will continue watching, "Liking, commenting, sharing, staying subscribed.... And all the things.!" (JTP quote).;>
I appreciate all of the thoughtful quality feedback. I’m certain many youtubers have similar thoughts and experience the burnout. I have at times and wanted to share my thoughts. I’ll definitely be making more “giant” pots soon. I need to make a bunch of pots in order to fill up that new wood kiln! Cheers and thanks again.
Thanks for this video! I totally agree about you doing your videos the way you want without a lot of structure. I personally would rather watch what your doing that day. Don't plan, just do what you do. I like seeing that you are human. I am sure you have a bunch knowledge to share on other things around the studio. Yes, I would watch, even if you weren't talking.
I like the throw and chat. I think you just do what you want. You should just make videos of what you do every day. Not necessarily come up with ideas per say. Live streams are hard to follow sometimes. You start talking and don’t finish a though because a question pops up. Maybe sometime have a class like and exercise for all of us to do.
Matthew Kelly Pottery I agree with Shane. live chats don't actually do much for me. Where I live it's very isolated so I didn't get proper lessons, it's important to find mentors, have a business plan, have a what pots I am making, keep going, always critics, don't try to live up to others expectations so have your own goals, be extremely polite. Sometimes it is a strain to come up with new ideas.
Hi Matthew, your video's are great, no need to try to do something new, special or unique... just be yourself! I like seeing other parts of studio life too... like glazing or firing your kilns...Thanks!
Hi. You are such a good potter. Please do what you want and continue to share your processes. All process is inspiring and you have the sweetest southern charm ... That doesn't hurt. In fact, some of the gimmicky videos out there get old, and have much less in the way of form and soul than yours. As much as I like how to, the practical side of showing the reality is helpful. I am curious as to the type of wheel you are using, mine is 45 years old and I have been considering a standup, and yours seems to fly. I also am curious if you are mixing your own clay because it looks super plastic and strong. Keep doing what you are doing and thanks.
I appreciate the feedback. That wheel is a Pacifica GT400. It is a nice wheel although my favorite wheel is the Brent CXC. That clay is Hestia from Highwater. I really enjoy working with it.
I recently found you and I like what you have to offer. I disagree with some who said you need to be someone else. I find you as serious about what you’re doing and I’m good with that. If I want funny or other things I can go elsewhere. I want to learn and be good at what I do. I think people might ask you to explain how to make certain things or you might ask what people would like. That will give you an idea but you might just chose what you like. I like that you are being you because you really can’t pretend to be someone else. I’ve been learning for the past 3 1/2 years and I have made a studio in my garage. I’m so in love with making pottery and love the way you explain things. Your take on basic things about throwing setting up your work space are teaching me new things. Thanks for being there. I support you in whatever you decide. Time will reveal which road to take. Remember everybody doesn’t have to like us. Most people live by projecting their unresolved issues anyway.
Hi Matthew, I do enjoy your videos just for seeing your pottery and your progress. I don't need flashy or trendy content. It is not why I watch your channel. I have Family by Morresville NC and hope to visit you and your new kiln next time I travel that way. If it were not for RUclips I would probably not know you existed. Keep up the good works, and remember, We enjoy seeing your work, your story and your progression in the Art. Don't need the flashy content. Thanks again for being part of the art community!... Bob
I would watch you even if you were just throwing pottery Matt, to watch you is always inspiring and i know that's what you are after - helping people, and I appreciate your input and it's commendable
Flopping a pot and then doing the next one perfectly while talking has a value all of its own! I flop two of five, but I really value your thought process in this video. Do what you want, throw pots, share and I will watch whatever you are up to. Oh, and remember to check you are recording! Oh, and from a farmer potter, top barn!
I enjoy your videos not only for the useful information you impart, but also the visual information. Watching how another potter handles his clay and tools is information on it's own. Something I would find interesting is more of your insight to form and function. What excites you in coming up with a new form and your reasoning behind it. Thanks for sharing your craft and skills.
Hiya Matt. I just came to your channel. I am fascinated by potting...and love observing day by day potting. Don't have to think about it, just how a potter's work life is entertaining to me. Blessings upon you and these videos.
You seem humble honest and, you know you. I respect this greatly. I will watch your clips regardless of format. I do have a question please. I’m an avid potter. Very part time and, get frustrated with the studios clay. That is your general clay for plates Bowles vases etc. lastly. You do you. If that means no more clips than, people will be sad but they should also be happy that you shared yourself and some family with them. Enjoy life my friend 🌻
Yes I use one clay for all of my gas fired work and a couple of different clays for wood firing. Eventually I hope to settle on one for each or one for both would be excellent. Thanks for the feedback.
Hi Matthew - Have you ever watched Simon Leach or Hsin Chuen Lin videos? These guys have no gimmicks and are some of the best out there. You could just turn the camera on and go about your business in the studio and I would find it interesting and I'd learn something. I agree with the other viewer's comment that the gimmicky videos get old after a while. I enjoy some of your earliest videos where you're not talking at all while throwing 15 or 20 pound bowls. I study those to learn - watching, and watching again, a master such as yourself is so very helpful. Whatever videos you put out I'm grateful for. Thank you!
6:34?am like watching your video’s being a potter since 1970, makes me feel like I am working in a studio with other like minded folks and not a solo studio. The problem with live stream for me is you don’t hear the other side or question being asked. Feel left out. Perhaps repeating question so we all can be part of the combination. Love your energy, excitement and love of working in clay that I share. Your work is beautiful, love those reds. Keep up the greatwork!
Repetition is a great teacher. Always something to pick up that was not caught before - visually and commentary. For some it is only opportunity for instructional learning. I really enjoy your teaching. Please keep it up. Adds are no bother on You Tube.
Good chat! Are your bats made from MDF board? If so do you treat it with linseed oil before using? Does one become a greater human with the more wheel dismantled pots you have under your belt? Will patiently wait until October.........exciting time for you and the family. Thanks for sharing.....I have enjoyed your videos and enjoy doing a few I have put on RUclips without your gift for chatter.
Matthew, really like your videos, jabber on, question about preparing to do my first show, how many of each style of pottery (cups, bowls, tea sets, vases, ect.) should I plan on bringing? Greetings from Florida, Thanks Dan
Thanks for the feedback! As to your question: each show I do is different so I always bring more than I think I will need if humanly possible. In general smaller items sell more often and quicker but you can’t sell the large pricey pieces if you don’t have them. Mugs is a huge must in my experience. Bowls of multiple sizes is another I wouldn’t want to go without. All this also depends on your focus (functional, decorative, etc).
Hi Matthew, Enjoyed that video, only the third one of yours I've seen. I think you should definitely take advantage of the ad revenue when you can, you are providing a service to your audience in teaching us, you are certainly entitled to be compensated for it. There is one potter I watch a lot whom I like very much, Hsin Chuen Lin, he has done hundreds of videos and I've seen most or all of them and have never been bored, not sure how he decides what will be the topic of each video, but it seems to flow naturally... he may show a piece from start to finish, throwing, trimming, decorating, glazing, in a series of videos...I enjoy watching all of the phases. Maybe seeing some of his videos will help you decide how and what you want to film in your own work. btw when you throw a series of different forms as you did here, I'd love to see them lined up together at the end, just to appreciate and be inspired by your variations. Thanks, see you next time!
I've watched this several times Matt. For me personally I like to hear you on video [rambling or not] lol. But if you said nothing at all, just watching you throw would be enough to inspire, please don't stop ok!
To be honest Matt, when you mentioned about having new ideas for videos! personally if you were just videoing you making pots, that would be enough for me. I can't tell you the amount of inspiration you have given me JUST from your throwing; of course I do also enjoy you talking too but that's not ALL important for me. Keep on making ok! thanks
Thanks for keeping it real! Personally I think we need more personal Potter philosophy, perspective deeper insights to the craft rather just a bunch of “how to” gimmick tips and tricks videos that run the risk of being click bait.
Hey bro if you're making a living from your pottery and the RUclips monetization would just be an added coin in your pocket, then I would do it! Monetize your videos! The people who are subscribed to you now enjoy what you're doing and the new people that run across your channel will either be the same or not. I would just continue the process you've been doing and try and boost your internet signal so that your live streams have better quality cause it's really cool to be able to interact with you. As an artist who wants to open his own Studio myself and do feel like RUclips is a good platform for assistance it's nice to see someone transitioning and working the process like you're doing. Keep going bro!
LOL! Bless your heart! Its a "rehearsal" when the camera malfunctions! I myself love to watch you throw & talk & interact with your kids. I make videos when I'm going to do something I think might be interesting or beneficial to other people but I don't have a living to make. You are genuine... the "real deal" & I'm betting you have higher expectations of yourself than is really fair to you. We relate to you because we have watched you actually sweat & work for it all! You have not had it handed to you! Bottom line is you must do what you need to do for you & your family. At the end of the day nothing else matters. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯♥♥♥
Thank you so much for the feedback. I appreciate the kind words! I’m up late tonight firing my gas kiln and being reminded of how many pots it will take to fill my wood kiln!! Oh my. It’s like 6-7x the size of the gas kiln and that holds a lot of pots! Haha. Time to throw a bunch of pots.
I think you can make any kind of video, whether it be planned out or just hit record and just start talking. I think many would agree with me that the people who are most entertaining are those who can just be themselves without trying so hard to be entertaining. Natural quirks are more enjoyable than a fake personality and I don't find myself ever waiting for your videos to end or looking for a different one halfway through. You do what you think is best for you to still enjoy creating content and we'll support it
I for one support and encourage your secret youtube pottery video takeover. As for the format, I take away tips and techniques from every one of your videos whether with a specific purpose or just ramblin. So, ramble on! I've watched the plate video at least three times as I'm still awful at plates. Only thing better than watching a pot flop is watching a pot fumbled.
@@MatthewKellyPottery Hah, I hadn't considered that might be misconstrued. I keep coming back to the plate video as a veritable "Tome of Mastery". You can officially title your videos Tomes of Mastery now. Your plates look great, mine are wobbly garbage that I usually don't even bother to fire at this point, but I'm getting better.
At the risk of a hobbyist giving advice to someone of your skill level. I would say that my favorite videos to watch are videos where the creator is doing what they want to do not necessarily what they think someone would want to watch. Kind of like what you were saying with your pottery, you make the style and kind of pottery that you like and enjoy. Watching a person who has a unique talent and skill set do what they were born to do is quite enjoyable regardless of if it is cutting edge content. I enjoy the back and forth of the live feeds but watching an artist create art is why I enjoy your channel. Keep up the good work!
ramble all you want Matt :) everything you do and say always interests me. I do prefer the live streaming, I find it more personal, but the others are fine too. You love to talk and I think you need a bit of `admiration` from your viewers! if that's so then you've got it ok :)
Everyday studio practice is always interesting to watch. Take a look at Simon Leach videos. He's been making daily videos for years. A lot of them are about throwing the same pots over and over again while talking, sharing thoughts and showing throwing tips. His videos got longer and longer but I still watched them years back while I was training the become a potter. It was very useful to watch his hands throw again and again. Jon the potter is a much more recent youtube potter with succes showing everyday studio practice and showing every kiln unloading. On Instagram Saga from Hand and Fire make a huge amount of videos in her stories of every studie aspect sharing every step of all her processes. A daily Vlog sharing a lot of talking and even filming walking her dog. And people still love it. More followers = more people want to buy her pots online and attending classes Just came across your video today and the only negative thing is the amount of commercials show. They would stop me from following your channel regularly (total of 6 commercials was shown pr video)
I do hope you got a WiFi booster. Just standing there making pots IS a viable platform, AND now that your wood fire kiln is up - and running, so is loading the kiln, setting up the cones, and a discussion of WHY you have gone through the trouble of building a wood fire kiln, and why you choose the glazes you use. In my opinion what should be more important to you is that you're having fun making the videos. If the videos make money- WONDERFUL! but if making the videos is more work than joy - stop making them. It's the JOY you have in what you do that keeps me subscribed.
Good job I just want to see pottery how do you make it what’s involved the whole 9 yards that’s all I’m not worried about personality traits or anything like that is going to see you work
Last minutes with just throwing and viewing the new kiln progress were the best part. Sorry bud, the rest might have been edited down to the recap sentence. Good to experiment and reflect though.
@@MatthewKellyPottery sorry if it was too harsh, i really love watching you throw, but maybe you have another audience in mind or editing takes away too much time from real life. thanks matthew for these videos, i watch each one.
No worries about you being too harsh. I have had to learn to deal with all kinds of comments and just do what I feel best. Anyone would go mad doing what the comments say they should do. As long as you got something out of it that’s cool. I know I can’t and won’t satisfy everyone with every video.
I'm not going to be very helpful because any videos I watch I will turn off the sound if the commentary is boring or the music is not to my taste so really it doesn't matter to me. If what someone is saying is of interest to me I'll leave the sound on. If it is a foreign language I will turn the sound off. I watch to observe or learn how things are done and pottery interests me. I did ceramics back in the 70s so a lot of things are the same but pottery is more creative than ceramics. I would like videos that show a piece being make that then follows that piece all the way to the final firing. You have explained there are different clays and pricing. Trivia like that are vey interesting to me although I will probably never do any pottery. I understand why your glaze formations are private. I would do that, too. So I am a subscriber who will watch you make pottery and build your kiln and fire pieces no matter what.
I like watching your videos however, you seem to be overthinking shit. That old saying that you can please some of the people some of the time and none of the people, yada yada.... Make these videos because it makes YOU happy buddy. You'll keep the subscribers that you make happy and get new ones too. Take what you want and leave the rest. The rest of it, meh who cares! I'm watching because you do good work and videos.
Just watching you throw is a teaching and learning process. You throw bigger than I can get to yet, but each time I manage to tweak my process thanks to watching you. Keep it up.
You’re very welcome!
I honestly see your channel growing. You’re on my list of potter RUclipsrs that I look out for new videos like Simon Leach, Jon the Potter, to name a few.
I use my wheel in the same standing fashion you do, working from the straight edge of the table with tools next to me instead of across the wheel from me. It makes so much sense.
I like whatever you choose. You're one of the best of the potters making videos. Especially the larger sizes. What a gift you have. Anything you share is inspiring to us potters. The kiln you built is amazing. If you have fun, we will too!!!
So glad to hear I’m on the same page with many of you. Cheers and thanks for watching.
If you are interested in what I'm looking for in your videos, it's just you sharing your knowledge and tips about the whole process. I really enjoy learning from you.
Thanks for your feedback. Some parts of the process are much harder to document and share but I’ll do my best to share what inspires me about all of the parts of the process. Cheers!
Firstly, your videos are helpful just by letting us watch your repetitive hand movements and your style of throwing. For me, seeing a different technique and how/why it's used to create a specific shape or form is very advantageous for the advancement of my own abilities. Secondly, I think this style of video is great! Many youtubers seem to feel burned out when they're constantly trying to appease a certain audience. Just do you! We'll keep watching! If there are some recurring questions being left in the comments, maybe you could write those down as talking points during these non-live video sessions. Otherwise, you do a fantastic job of explaining as you go.....type of clay, weight, tools, etc.... I think your channel is REALLY informative and helpful! Thank you for being yourself!
You’re very welcome and I appreciate the feedback! Rock on!
Hey Matt, I subscribed to your channel the first time I watched your video. I so appreciate that you are passionate about sharing your technique's so you just babble away to your hearts content, Your fricken ability is off the charts and watching anything you want to throw is a pleasure. Turn that ad thing on and start getting paid for all the video's you've put out here. You're a legit functional potter, with some serious talent, and an excellent teacher for the watchers like me.
Did you make this yesterday before I got there? You already know my feelings on your videos and our talks together. Your videos are some of the best with techniques and tips to help all levels of potters so keep them coming. Always enjoy your thoughts and conversation that come with your videos.
I think i made it after you left yesterday. Can’t remember now. Haha. Thanks for coming to visit. Danielle apologizes for not talking more. She had her plate full.
I just love watching you throw, and the way you chat and work at the same time blows my mind, it's as though your body is on auto pilot making the bowls and vases, but your mind is on what you are saying, fascinating. Even when you mucked one up you didn't pause, just take it off and Carry on, that is a great lesson to any home potter. Continue please. I'm looking forward to seeing what comes out of the wood kiln, I bet you don't sleep much that night. Good luck by the way. Cheers Bob 🇬🇧
Yes I go into auto pilot mode often while throwing pots. Cheers
Matt I like watching what and how you make your pieces and the videos you make only because it give me ideas on what I make also. Thats what I believe, all good potters like to do, help others get better. I just made a video with Simon Leach a few days ago on how I made a rotary sieve that can be made at home. The videos that I look for are helping ones and you do that, don't stop doing what your doing. Eddie.
You have a tremendous talent ! Don't think too much just keep making pots that you like !
Thanks. I can’t help but think but I’ll continue to make pots too. Haha.
YOU are HUMAN ! Nice work Matthew. I appreciate your work and encouragement. Not only in pottery, but in living our lives to the best we can be in what we enjoy and in the talents that we have been given. Thanks ! Looking forward to seeing the next flop!
Maybe I only flopped one on purpose to hide the fact that I’m a robot ...
No one knows except me.
Thanks for the feedback and thoughtful words.
Hi Matthew the main reason y we watch your videos is because your very inspiring,you keep it real no gimmicks, your throwing and your new kiln are amazing and I hope one day I can to were you are,I'm stuck in my back shed at mo,just starting out,so got long way to go lol.im aiming to do video's soon and I'll be showing how to start up a pottery with very little money,keep up the brilliant work 😃
Hey Matt. Sorry to have missed the bowls, your rib technique is fun to watch - I will have to review the detailed video you did a while back explaining the process. With this said, I wonder if you would consider instructing a bit more as you throw your pot. Explain what your hands are doing, how you shape the form, and size of thrown pieces as the camera fools us to thinking it is larger than it really is...Potters, no matter the skill level, never tire of learning techniques - that’s the main reason we watch videos.
As for earning ad revenue, you should know my thoughts on this. GO FOR IT. You have justly earned a following and reputation that attracts advertising sponsors. You make money, they make money WIN -WIN for everyone.
Thanks Sally. I appreciate the input. I don’t believe the video of those small bowls is detailed but that can be for a future video. Cheers!
I am to nervous to make videos. I love watching you throw on the wheel! Your work is so beautiful! You are the first person i have ever watched make the massive pots that are multiple sections!
Keep doing what you’re doing. I enjoy just watching you throw. I am fine with “today I am throwing what ever you need to throw that day”. I am a visual learner and like us all, learn by repetition. Looking forward to your first Kiln opening from the wood burning beauty you have been working your bum off to build. As to the ad revenue, take it man. There are plenty of bills to pay and you have kids. Say no more, except thanks for posting.
Thank you for your input. Glad to get all kinds of feedback. I can’t wait to fire that kiln. Gonna be crazy
Hey man I can really relate to everything you talked about! Thanks for sharing, I don't know if there is any right answer, let me know if you figure it out:)
also that wood kiln is amazing! Nice work 👌💪👍
I’m so glad to hear that from another content creator! I’ll be working on that answer, haha. As always I assume the answer is some balance that keeps us happy creating while filling the need and desire for certain content on YT. For now I will continue to make videos but with less stress on the type of video I “need” to make. I don’t have anything to lose and if the videos still succeed then I’ll be more satisfied and happy with the process. Time will tell. Thanks again for watching and for the comments!
I’m very happy with the way it has turned out so far. It’s honestly been one of the hardest projects I’ve ever worked on in my life. Especially considering all the time, money, and emotional investment that is in it already and lots more still to come. I appreciate the support!
Just finished watching.... You have just spoken the thoughts of every potter, every RUclips potter, and every RUclips(r) for that matter. Honestly, you are most likely the best potter on RUclips right now. Being totally honest, I would say you are an extremely competitive guy, who strives to be at the top of your game... whatever that may be at the time.... And if your effort puts you at the top in your field, even better. Of course you want to be successful. Of course you want to make money.... Your viewers will give you ideas and tell you what they need help with. I say, keep showing your throwing, whilst adding firing, glazing and the finished product. I LOVED those giant vessels that you RUclips(d) from start to finish. I will continue watching, "Liking, commenting, sharing, staying subscribed.... And all the things.!" (JTP quote).;>
I appreciate all of the thoughtful quality feedback. I’m certain many youtubers have similar thoughts and experience the burnout. I have at times and wanted to share my thoughts. I’ll definitely be making more “giant” pots soon. I need to make a bunch of pots in order to fill up that new wood kiln! Cheers and thanks again.
Thanks for this video! I totally agree about you doing your videos the way you want without a lot of structure. I personally would rather watch what your doing that day. Don't plan, just do what you do. I like seeing that you are human. I am sure you have a bunch knowledge to share on other things around the studio. Yes, I would watch, even if you weren't talking.
Great to hear. I’ll do silent videos from now on just for you. Haha. Just joking. Cheers!
I personally liked this video - listening to your thoughts and watching your technique. Hope you decide to do more!
Thanks. Don’t plan to stop anytime soon.
I like the throw and chat. I think you just do what you want. You should just make videos of what you do every day. Not necessarily come up with ideas per say.
Live streams are hard to follow sometimes. You start talking and don’t finish a though because a question pops up.
Maybe sometime have a class like and exercise for all of us to do.
Thank you for the input. I really appreciate the response.
Matthew Kelly Pottery I agree with Shane. live chats don't actually do much for me. Where I live it's very isolated so I didn't get proper lessons, it's important to find mentors, have a business plan, have a what pots I am making, keep going, always critics, don't try to live up to others expectations so have your own goals, be extremely polite. Sometimes it is a strain to come up with new ideas.
Hi Matthew, your video's are great, no need to try to do something new, special or unique... just be yourself! I like seeing other parts of studio life too... like glazing or firing your kilns...Thanks!
Thanks for the feedback! Cheers
Hi. You are such a good potter. Please do what you want and continue to share your processes. All process is inspiring and you have the sweetest southern charm ... That doesn't hurt. In fact, some of the gimmicky videos out there get old, and have much less in the way of form and soul than yours. As much as I like how to, the practical side of showing the reality is helpful. I am curious as to the type of wheel you are using, mine is 45 years old and I have been considering a standup, and yours seems to fly. I also am curious if you are mixing your own clay because it looks super plastic and strong. Keep doing what you are doing and thanks.
I appreciate the feedback. That wheel is a Pacifica GT400. It is a nice wheel although my favorite wheel is the Brent CXC. That clay is Hestia from Highwater. I really enjoy working with it.
I recently found you and I like what you have to offer. I disagree with some who said you need to be someone else. I find you as serious about what you’re doing and I’m good with that. If I want funny or other things I can go elsewhere. I want to learn and be good at what I do. I think people might ask you to explain how to make certain things or you might ask what people would like. That will give you an idea but you might just chose what you like. I like that you are being you because you really can’t pretend to be someone else. I’ve been learning for the past 3 1/2 years and I have made a studio in my garage. I’m so in love with making pottery and love the way you explain things. Your take on basic things about throwing setting up your work space are teaching me new things. Thanks for being there. I support you in whatever you decide. Time will reveal which road to take. Remember everybody doesn’t have to like us. Most people live by projecting their unresolved issues anyway.
Hi Matthew, I do enjoy your videos just for seeing your pottery and your progress. I don't need flashy or trendy content. It is not why I watch your channel. I have Family by Morresville NC and hope to visit you and your new kiln next time I travel that way. If it were not for RUclips I would probably not know you existed. Keep up the good works, and remember, We enjoy seeing your work, your story and your progression in the Art. Don't need the flashy content. Thanks again for being part of the art community!... Bob
Thanks! Yes msg me when you will be near the area.
I would watch you even if you were just throwing pottery Matt, to watch you is always inspiring and i know that's what you are after - helping people, and I appreciate your input and it's commendable
Flopping a pot and then doing the next one perfectly while talking has a value all of its own! I flop two of five, but I really value your thought process in this video. Do what you want, throw pots, share and I will watch whatever you are up to. Oh, and remember to check you are recording! Oh, and from a farmer potter, top barn!
Thanks for the input. That was just a practice run of talking to myself. Haha. Cheers!
I am not a potter but I enjoy watching your videos. You are an artist who does beautiful work and I appreciate that.
I enjoy your videos not only for the useful information you impart, but also the visual information. Watching how another potter handles his clay and tools is information on it's own. Something I would find interesting is more of your insight to form and function. What excites you in coming up with a new form and your reasoning behind it. Thanks for sharing your craft and skills.
Thanks for the ideas. I’ll keep those in mind for future videos! 👍🏻
Hiya Matt. I just came to your channel. I am fascinated by potting...and love observing day by day potting. Don't have to think about it, just how a potter's work life is entertaining to me. Blessings upon you and these videos.
Thank you very much. I hope you enjoy the videos. Cheers
You seem humble honest and, you know you. I respect this greatly. I will watch your clips regardless of format. I do have a question please. I’m an avid potter. Very part time and, get frustrated with the studios clay. That is your general clay for plates Bowles vases etc. lastly. You do you. If that means no more clips than, people will be sad but they should also be happy that you shared yourself and some family with them. Enjoy life my friend 🌻
Yes I use one clay for all of my gas fired work and a couple of different clays for wood firing. Eventually I hope to settle on one for each or one for both would be excellent. Thanks for the feedback.
Thank you for replying. I’m still interested in the clay that you use please?
The clay I use for my gas kiln is Hestia from Highwater.
Thanks. Keep clips coming 🌻
Hi Matthew - Have you ever watched Simon Leach or Hsin Chuen Lin videos? These guys have no gimmicks and are some of the best out there. You could just turn the camera on and go about your business in the studio and I would find it interesting and I'd learn something. I agree with the other viewer's comment that the gimmicky videos get old after a while. I enjoy some of your earliest videos where you're not talking at all while throwing 15 or 20 pound bowls. I study those to learn - watching, and watching again, a master such as yourself is so very helpful. Whatever videos you put out I'm grateful for. Thank you!
I have not watched them but I’ll check them out. I appreciate the feedback!
6:34?am like watching your video’s being a potter since 1970, makes me feel like I am working in a studio with other like minded folks and not a solo studio. The problem with live stream for me is you don’t hear the other side or question being asked. Feel left out. Perhaps repeating question so we all can be part of the combination. Love your energy, excitement and love of working in clay that I share. Your work is beautiful, love those reds. Keep up the greatwork!
Repetition is a great teacher. Always something to pick up that was not caught before - visually and commentary. For some it is only opportunity for instructional learning. I really enjoy your teaching. Please keep it up. Adds are no bother on You Tube.
Thank you for the feedback. I feel great about my recent videos and not too concerned about needing to have a specific theme.
YAAAY!!! Your back. :))) You really are an inspiring, talented, artist, ceramicist!! Now I will watch. ;}
LoL...The new wood kiln reminds me of a cathedral for clay....which, in a way, it is.
Good chat!
Are your bats made from MDF board? If so do you treat it with linseed oil before using?
Does one become a greater human with the more wheel dismantled pots you have under your belt?
Will patiently wait until October.........exciting time for you and the family.
Thanks for sharing.....I have enjoyed your videos and enjoy doing a few I have put on RUclips without your gift for chatter.
Most of my bats are tempered masonite. I explain that in my video on bats. Good luck on your videos.
Matthew, really like your videos, jabber on, question about preparing to do my first show, how many of each style of pottery (cups, bowls, tea sets, vases, ect.) should I plan on bringing? Greetings from Florida, Thanks Dan
Thanks for the feedback! As to your question: each show I do is different so I always bring more than I think I will need if humanly possible. In general smaller items sell more often and quicker but you can’t sell the large pricey pieces if you don’t have them. Mugs is a huge must in my experience. Bowls of multiple sizes is another I wouldn’t want to go without. All this also depends on your focus (functional, decorative, etc).
Hi Matthew, Enjoyed that video, only the third one of yours I've seen. I think you should definitely take advantage of the ad revenue when you can, you are providing a service to your audience in teaching us, you are certainly entitled to be compensated for it. There is one potter I watch a lot whom I like very much, Hsin Chuen Lin, he has done hundreds of videos and I've seen most or all of them and have never been bored, not sure how he decides what will be the topic of each video, but it seems to flow naturally... he may show a piece from start to finish, throwing, trimming, decorating, glazing, in a series of videos...I enjoy watching all of the phases. Maybe seeing some of his videos will help you decide how and what you want to film in your own work. btw when you throw a series of different forms as you did here, I'd love to see them lined up together at the end, just to appreciate and be inspired by your variations. Thanks, see you next time!
Thanks for the input. I’m glad you are enjoying the videos! I’ll keep that in mind about the pieces at the end of the video.
I've watched this several times Matt. For me personally I like to hear you on video [rambling or not] lol. But if you said nothing at all, just watching you throw would be enough to inspire, please don't stop ok!
Not planning to stop. I enjoy rambling and as long as I have ideas for what to say and what to make I’ll be here. Haha
Do what makes you happy. I
Like watching instructional videos. But whatever your happy doing.
To be honest Matt, when you mentioned about having new ideas for videos! personally if you were just videoing you making pots, that would be enough for me. I can't tell you the amount of inspiration you have given me JUST from your throwing; of course I do also enjoy you talking too but that's not ALL important for me. Keep on making ok! thanks
Thanks for keeping it real!
Personally I think we need more personal Potter philosophy, perspective deeper insights to the craft rather just a bunch of “how to”
gimmick tips and tricks videos that run the risk of being click bait.
Thanks for the input!
Hey bro if you're making a living from your pottery and the RUclips monetization would just be an added coin in your pocket, then I would do it! Monetize your videos! The people who are subscribed to you now enjoy what you're doing and the new people that run across your channel will either be the same or not. I would just continue the process you've been doing and try and boost your internet signal so that your live streams have better quality cause it's really cool to be able to interact with you. As an artist who wants to open his own Studio myself and do feel like RUclips is a good platform for assistance it's nice to see someone transitioning and working the process like you're doing. Keep going bro!
LOL! Bless your heart! Its a "rehearsal" when the camera malfunctions! I myself love to watch you throw & talk & interact with your kids. I make videos when I'm going to do something I think might be interesting or beneficial to other people but I don't have a living to make. You are genuine... the "real deal" & I'm betting you have higher expectations of yourself than is really fair to you. We relate to you because we have watched you actually sweat & work for it all! You have not had it handed to you! Bottom line is you must do what you need to do for you & your family. At the end of the day nothing else matters. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯♥♥♥
Thank you so much for the feedback. I appreciate the kind words! I’m up late tonight firing my gas kiln and being reminded of how many pots it will take to fill my wood kiln!! Oh my. It’s like 6-7x the size of the gas kiln and that holds a lot of pots! Haha. Time to throw a bunch of pots.
I think you can make any kind of video, whether it be planned out or just hit record and just start talking. I think many would agree with me that the people who are most entertaining are those who can just be themselves without trying so hard to be entertaining. Natural quirks are more enjoyable than a fake personality and I don't find myself ever waiting for your videos to end or looking for a different one halfway through. You do what you think is best for you to still enjoy creating content and we'll support it
Thank you! I appreciate the feedback.
I for one support and encourage your secret youtube pottery video takeover.
As for the format, I take away tips and techniques from every one of your videos whether with a specific purpose or just ramblin. So, ramble on!
I've watched the plate video at least three times as I'm still awful at plates.
Only thing better than watching a pot flop is watching a pot fumbled.
Oh yeah RUclips pottery video takeover with flopped and fumbled pots! So you’re saying my plate video doesn’t help at all. Oh well. Haha
@@MatthewKellyPottery Hah, I hadn't considered that might be misconstrued. I keep coming back to the plate video as a veritable "Tome of Mastery". You can officially title your videos Tomes of Mastery now. Your plates look great, mine are wobbly garbage that I usually don't even bother to fire at this point, but I'm getting better.
At the risk of a hobbyist giving advice to someone of your skill level. I would say that my favorite videos to watch are videos where the creator is doing what they want to do not necessarily what they think someone would want to watch. Kind of like what you were saying with your pottery, you make the style and kind of pottery that you like and enjoy. Watching a person who has a unique talent and skill set do what they were born to do is quite enjoyable regardless of if it is cutting edge content. I enjoy the back and forth of the live feeds but watching an artist create art is why I enjoy your channel. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for the feedback! Im happy you’re willing to share your thoughts. Don’t worry about offending me by giving advice. Cheers!
ramble all you want Matt :) everything you do and say always interests me. I do prefer the live streaming, I find it more personal, but the others are fine too. You love to talk and I think you need a bit of `admiration` from your viewers! if that's so then you've got it ok :)
Thanks Cliff! I appreciate the feedback. We are steaming forward now.
I like all your videos Matt, there's no need for a title :)
Haven’t seen a new. Idea the past 2 weeks- did you post one or did I miss it? Look forward to them every week! Jill Kaplan
Everyday studio practice is always interesting to watch. Take a look at Simon Leach videos. He's been making daily videos for years. A lot of them are about throwing the same pots over and over again while talking, sharing thoughts and showing throwing tips. His videos got longer and longer but I still watched them years back while I was training the become a potter. It was very useful to watch his hands throw again and again. Jon the potter is a much more recent youtube potter with succes showing everyday studio practice and showing every kiln unloading. On Instagram Saga from Hand and Fire make a huge amount of videos in her stories of every studie aspect sharing every step of all her processes. A daily Vlog sharing a lot of talking and even filming walking her dog. And people still love it. More followers = more people want to buy her pots online and attending classes
Just came across your video today and the only negative thing is the amount of commercials show. They would stop me from following your channel regularly (total of 6 commercials was shown pr video)
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I do hope you got a WiFi booster. Just standing there making pots IS a viable platform, AND now that your wood fire kiln is up - and running, so is loading the kiln, setting up the cones, and a discussion of WHY you have gone through the trouble of building a wood fire kiln, and why you choose the glazes you use. In my opinion what should be more important to you is that you're having fun making the videos. If the videos make money- WONDERFUL! but if making the videos is more work than joy - stop making them. It's the JOY you have in what you do that keeps me subscribed.
Hey Matthew, thanks for sharing your skills! Question: what pottery wheel do you use? Greetings from Germany! Martin
Good job I just want to see pottery how do you make it what’s involved the whole 9 yards that’s all I’m not worried about personality traits or anything like that is going to see you work
Once again i love your pottery. Have the style like middle east or something like that. Also are you building that kiln by your self?
Yes building the kiln myself with some guidance from friends and a little help from some young guys.
@@MatthewKellyPottery omg. I dont think I could done that my self lol. That's looks amazing and the style.
Last minutes with just throwing and viewing the new kiln progress were the best part. Sorry bud, the rest might have been edited down to the recap sentence.
Good to experiment and reflect though.
Thanks for the feedback. I hope you skipped all the boring stuff in the middle then. Haha. I appreciate your honest opinion.
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sorry if it was too harsh, i really love watching you throw, but maybe you have another audience in mind or editing takes away too much time from real life. thanks matthew for these videos, i watch each one.
No worries about you being too harsh. I have had to learn to deal with all kinds of comments and just do what I feel best. Anyone would go mad doing what the comments say they should do. As long as you got something out of it that’s cool. I know I can’t and won’t satisfy everyone with every video.
You’re very welcome for the content and I appreciate you be honest.
totally a professional youtuber.... not at all sarcastic =P
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I'm not going to be very helpful because any videos I watch I will turn off the sound if the commentary is boring or the music is not to my taste so really it doesn't matter to me. If what someone is saying is of interest to me I'll leave the sound on. If it is a foreign language I will turn the sound off. I watch to observe or learn how things are done and pottery interests me. I did ceramics back in the 70s so a lot of things are the same but pottery is more creative than ceramics. I would like videos that show a piece being make that then follows that piece all the way to the final firing. You have explained there are different clays and pricing. Trivia like that are vey interesting to me although I will probably never do any pottery. I understand why your glaze formations are private. I would do that, too. So I am a subscriber who will watch you make pottery and build your kiln and fire pieces no matter what.
Thanks so much for the feedback. Despite your doubt about being helpful, your comments are very helpful. Thank you for the honesty. Cheers!
I like watching your videos however, you seem to be overthinking shit. That old saying that you can please some of the people some of the time and none of the people, yada yada.... Make these videos because it makes YOU happy buddy. You'll keep the subscribers that you make happy and get new ones too. Take what you want and leave the rest. The rest of it, meh who cares! I'm watching because you do good work and videos.
Thanks! That’s basically the way I was feeling but was trying to make a video expressing my thoughts about it. I appreciate the feedback.