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It has been shown that Pebble Pups are very good a

It has been shown that Pebble Pups are very good at keeping snails out of your garden. 🐕 🐌
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Day 31 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Looking fo

Day 31 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Looking forward! 🔭
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First, a big thank you to @joannehawker for helping all the makers of the world to share our stories.
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I've been inspired, supported, and motivated to go the next step in my creative path. The upcoming Kickstarter will put my craft in the world's eye and will allow my dreams to be shared. If successful, I will have a fully functional ceramics studio. It's been my dream and the opportunity would change my life.
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Looking forward, I would create lots of new animal sculptures, functional forms of all sorts, including double-walled bowls, and new experimental forms for exhibitions. My community of support means everything to me and as it grows, so too will my menagerie of animal characters.
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Thank you everyone for your generosity and support. 🙏
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A link to the Kickstarter project is in my bio. 👍

Day 30 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Range ~ Ye

Day 30 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Range
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Year one was an adventure. All sorts of animals were made. A cowboy corgi, Unidog, a raccoon, ladybugs, pigs, hens, a whale, succulent pots, even doggie banks. What will be created in year two you wonder??? Ideas? Yes, I have a few. 😉
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#marchmeetthemaker2021 #ourmakerlife #makersofinstagram #handmadewithlove #independentmaker #loveceramics #adorable #adorablepets #smile #happy #petstagram #petsofinstagram #pets #ladybugs #pig #chickensofinstagram #instachickens #instacorgis #doggo #instadog #dog #pup #rockdogs #iloverockdogs

Spotted in SE Portland 🍵🐕🐕🍵 Morning te

Spotted in SE Portland
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Morning tea with the Pebble Pups. Neighborhood girls rearranged their fairy garden so this Rock Dog can enjoy some tea and biscuits with their friends. 😊😉 Too cute.

Day 26 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Favourite

Day 26 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Favourite
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It's the Three Amigos! The glossy black glaze comes out so well and consistently. Love it!
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The big fella was adopted this week and is enjoying a pampered life in SoCal. I'll miss him. 😋

Day 25 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Starting p

Day 25 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Starting point
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What started this clay pet journey was this guy, Fergus. Fergus now lives happily at a home in Portland. I created him back in November 2019 not long after I became a community member at @themudroompdx 🐕
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What was so amazing to me was the enthusiasm and encouragement of other community members to keep going and make more, so I did.
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I thrive with the support of a creative community and participating in these #marchmeetthemaker2021 days have helped me tap into my original purpose to share the joy of Rock Dogs.

Day 24 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Wrapped an

Day 24 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Wrapped and packaged
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I have learned a few things about the importance of good packaging. The most important for me is making sure all of the clay pets arrive at their forever homes safe and sound. 🐔🐕
So I wrap each Rock Dog and animal with lots and lots of paper and bubble wrap so every piece is nice and snug in the shipping box.
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A Certificate of Adoption for the fridge and a Rock Dogs sticker is included with every clay pet too.
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Free shipping for all U.S. orders!

Day 23 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Job ~ Runni

Day 23 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Job
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Running an online shop is ultimately the most important job for me as a maker and artist. I love to create new animals and in order to share my joy of whimsical pets I must first get them on the Etsy shop for you all to bring them home. Well, I just added lots of new Rock Hens and many more animals. Go see what's available now at etsy.com/shop/iloverockdogs 🐤

It's just three weeks now until my Kickstarter to

It's just three weeks now until my Kickstarter to fund a kiln for Rock Dogs goes live! What a journey it has been. Rachel, my wife, has helped me immensely this week with the project. I am so excited to launch!
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If you would like to support Rock Dogs and help fund a kiln to grow my home studio business AND be entered to win a Rock Dog of your very own > sign up by using the link in my bio.
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Official launch date is April 13th 8a EST
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Thank you for your support to grow Rock Dogs!
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#kickstarterproject #kickstartercampaign #kickstarter #fundraiser #smallbusinesspdx #pdxartist #pdxsmallbusiness #pdxmaker #marchmeetthemaker2021

Day #18 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Color ~ T

Day #18 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Color
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Those that work with ceramics know that glazes produce deep, rich colors and often are mesmerizing in the details they can produce. I currently use more than a dozen different glaze colors and look forward to exploring many more in the near future.
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These 🐕 Rock Dogs 🐕 pictured here are some of my faves. Is there a color you like best? 🎨

Day #10 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Small det

Day #10 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Small detail
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One of the pleasures of working with ceramics is the multitude of glaze options available. I could spend my entire life honing in on a particular glaze application alone, and still learn something new each day.
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This Rock Dog I lovingly call "The Underwriter". A palladium glaze was used for that shiny look. 😎

Day 9 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Prompt: Learning cu

Day 9 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Prompt: Learning curve
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I think the greatest growth opportunities are in the "mistakes" made while creating. When I began making these little clay pets I routinely fumbled with the clay, dropped finished pieces on the floor, or messed up a glaze application. You know, I still do all those things, but now I don't beat myself up for making a mistake.
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Thankfully, I have more awareness to pause and discover the learning when those mistakes occur. Hey, we are all doing the best we can, so let's support one another.
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This Rock Dog was among the first batches I made last year. I was certain this guy wouldn't find his forever home. I was wrong! It proves again that whatever mistakes I find in a piece of art don't necessarily matter to someone who loves what you make.

I am super excited to announce that I am preparing

I am super excited to announce that I am preparing to launch a Kickstarter for 🐕 Rock Dogs 🐕 next month! (April 13th)
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This has been more than a creative outlet for me. When I see people smiling and loving on their Rock Dogs I feel fulfilled knowing my creations are bringing joy into people's lives.
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The purpose of the Kickstarter is to ask for funding for a kiln and the costs to install it. I have set up lots of amazing rewards and options to let backers personalize every Rock Dog they pledge for.
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This is a big leap of faith for me. Until recently, my creativity and artistic aspirations have always taken a back seat. This opportunity to outfit my home studio with a kiln will profoundly change my life. It would mean people around the world believe in me and what I create. Thank you.
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Link in bio: Sign up for project updates, rewards info, and to be entered to win one of five Rock Dogs!

Day 3 of #marchmeetthemaker ~ Before I share my t

Day 3 of #marchmeetthemaker
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Before I share my thoughts on this prompt I want to say that other creatives taking part in this have been posting some amazing imagery of their work and sharing inspirational stories about their businesses and creative process. I am glad to be participating.
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Prompt: Beliefs & Values
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I believe that if something is made with the intention to be valuable and meaningful, people will appreciate that. I began making Rock Dogs to bring joy to people's lives and I love the feeling I get when I see people get excited about them.
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I value the feedback I receive from my partner, family, friends, and fans. There is so much I have yet to learn and the journey I have decided to take will last much longer and be far more fulfilling if I listen to what people want.
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Do you have any feedback for me? 😉

This one sits by the picture window in the living

This one sits by the picture window in the living room. Hummingbirds occasionally visit her and flutter right by. Judging by her smile I think she likes the visits. 😉

He's white with a tinge of smoky green on his bell

He's white with a tinge of smoky green on his belly. It's really cool how the placing of the pieces in the kiln can affect the resulting colors of the finished work. Just another reason I love this creative process.

There are still some Rock Dogs left at the Etsy shop. Save 25% at checkout now through the end of the year. Free shipping for U.S. orders. Happy holidays everyone!

Only four Rock Hens left! Hurry and get yours toda

Only four Rock Hens left! Hurry and get yours today at the #vancouverfallmarket 🐔
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Who wants to adopt a Rock Dog? 25% off holiday sal

Who wants to adopt a Rock Dog? 25% off holiday sale through the end of the year. Free shipping in the U.S. Let's find these cute pups a 🏠!
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