The Mud Peddlers: Ceramic Art Behind the Scenes

The Mud Peddlers: Ceramic Art Behind the Scenes


91. Paperwork: “I spent this much on toilet paper…”

March 26, 2024

Lindsey and Donte chat about a few of the different kinds of paperwork they’ve dealt with as professional artists. From the different tax forms to contracts and what counts as a business expense, these Mud Peddlers give an overview of some of the most confusing parts of being a working artist.


What was the most confusing part of getting your business started? What’s the most intimidating part of selling your work in terms of the paperwork that goes along with it?


Drop your suggestions in the comments, or send us a message @earthnationceramics or @lindseymdillon

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About Your Hosts


Lindsey M Dillon is an award-winning professional ceramic artist who makes mugs and creature sculptures inspired by history, folklore, and geek culture. They have been working in clay since 2007, and doing so professionally since 2014. Their supernatural powers haven't manifested yet, but it's ok, they’ll wait.


Donte of Earth Nation Ceramics is a professional ceramic artist and Youtuber with over 90k artists in his community, all helping each other grow through their ceramic art journey one step at a time. He also has a massive addiction to boba milk tea and anime.



Find Lindsey

Website and online store – lindseymdillon.com

Patreon – patreon.com/lindseymdillon

Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook – @lindseymdillon 


Find Donte

Website and online store – earthnationceramics.com

Patreon – patreon.com/Earthnationceramics

Youtube – Earth Nation Ceramics

Instagram – @earth_nation_ceramics

TikTok and Facebook – @earthnationceramics

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