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The Potters Cast | Mentorship | Ciro Di Ruocco | Episode 490

It was a very special honor to be a guest on The Potters Cast with my mentor Paul Blais.. talking about mentorship.

Ciro Di Ruocco is an emerging visual artist/curator, splitting his time between studios in Nanaimo, BC, Canada and his hometown of Duxbury, Vermont. Ciro’s work in ceramics is complimented by an affinity for printmaking and surface/ texture design. Ciro combines a utilitarian sensibility with a contemporary street art aesthetic, fusing his own imagery to create works that are inspired by our daily lives. Ciro is currently an MFA candidate at the Vermont College of Fine Arts.

Print on Clay Workshop at Vancouver Island Pottery Supply

 

Please join us for a
Print on Clay workshop
with Ciro Di Ruocco ( @cirocapri84 )
at Vancouver Island Pottery Supply.
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November 17th
From 11am-2pm
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The cost of the workshop is $65.00.

You can register by emailing
sales@vipotterysupply.com
Or

call 250-248-2314

Monday-Friday

9:00 AM-4:00pm

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Ciro will be demonstrating various printmaking techniques he employs to weave narrative and build composition in his work.

The format will be geared towards a hands on approach to learning.

 

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North By Northwest CBC Radio Interview

Ceramics artist Ciro Di Ruocco takes on the opioid crisis

with Matthew Parsons

 

I would like to extend a warm thank you to Sheryl McKay and

Associate Producer Mathew Parsons for having me on the show.

 

In Canada:

https://www.cbc.ca/listen/shows/north-by-northwest/episode/15572493

USA | International :

https://podknife.com/episodes/ceramics-artist-ciro-diruocco-takes-on-the-opioid-crisis

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Sling Art: Break Even then Repeat.

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Photo Taken by Christopher Thompson of Top Men (@TopMenBand)

In the last year I have made a continual effort to keep my finances in perspective. I make art but I also sell art.

In order to keep producing and doing the tasks I love I have to become proficient in other areas too. Keeping accurate records, accounting, promotion, and marketing. It’s helpful for me to have this artist module in my head to use as a working example.

A lovely lady brought it to my attention that I will never get rich off ceramic art. I replied:

My plan is not to get rich. My aim is to feel fulfilled, challenged, and healthy. My intention is to understand on a personal level what artists struggle with and why.

Putting into action the theories taken from inside the classroom and applying them immediately.

I have recently been working on ideas for packaging and displaying art. Trying to simplify the merchandise setup for nights that I am not available to attend.

It seems that no matter how much I plan every venue has its own challenges. The location of the merchandise table is crucial. The best spot is an entrance or exit. Stage left or right seems to be the Achilles heal. Especially if the crowd is on the older side. It’s better to have half the audience walking by then being visible to everyone but inconveniently located.

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As an artist I struggle with the shameless self-promotion aspect of selling my own work. Having Kendall and the band helping with that initial awkwardness has been a blessing. I have no problem promoting Kendall or my artist friends work… Just my own. It’s a weird sensation of insecurity that creeps up on me. With time thankfully it has been easier.