221: Jan Richardson talks about scaling up production to build her business

Today on the Tales of a Red Clay Rambler Podcast I have
an interview with Jan Richardson. From 1977 to 2006 she ran Windy
Meadows Pottery specializing in collectible ceramic homes. The
business started as a creative way to supplement her family’s
income, but quickly grew into a business with 50 employees and a
loyal collector base. In the interview we talk about keeping a
production line fresh through yearly change, upscaling a small
business through a distributed labor force, and knowing when to
downscale after a boom. To see examples of her work visit
www.windymeadowspottery.com.


 


This episode of the Tales of a Red Clay Rambler is sponsored by
National Clay Week Open Studios, a nationwide event that
celebrates clay, community, and creativity. October 12-14 artists
across the U.S. are invited to open their doors for
demonstrations, lectures, and exhibitions. For more information
on how you can join visit www.nationalclayweek.org/openstudio.
Join us for a celebration of the ceramic arts!