Hosted by Njeri A Buncamper · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 35 episodes
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Clay & Kin — A father-daughter duo diving into the world of ceramics, art, and everything in between. With over 40 years of teaching experience, Dad brings the wisdom; I bring the curiosity. Together, we mold, glaze, and fire up conversations that celebrate craft and connection. Dad is Ceramic artist Richard Buncamper, he holds a BFA from Howard University and an MFA from Alfred University. For over thirty years he taught both graduate students and undergraduates at Kean University before retiring in 2007. Richard has exhibited widely. Reach us @ ceramics@clayandkin.com we love feedback!
Njeri A Buncamper hosts Clay and Kin, a arts show with 35 episodes published.
In this episode of Clay & Kin, Dad and I explore what happens when a lifelong teacher steps out of the classroom but never stops teaching. We talk about identity, purpose, creativity, and the quiet ways teaching continue
This week, Dad and I take on a growing crisis in higher education: the removal of ceramics, studio arts, and humanities programs from colleges and universities across the country. We talk about what’s driving these cuts,
Fresh from the 2026 NSECA Conference in Detroit, Dad and I talk about what stayed with him long after the sessions ended. The ideas, artists, and conversations that left an imprint—from community building to the evolving
In this episode of Clay & Kin, Dad and I sit down to talk about something every art lover—and every curious visitor—should know: the best practices for experiencing museums and galleries with intention, respect, and genu
In This episode Dad and I explore the long, intertwined relationship between art and public life—how creativity becomes a language for expressing identity, challenging norms, and imagining new possibilities.
In this episode of Clay & Kin, we explore what it really means to experience art—not just look at it. Dad and I talk about the best practices for visiting museums and galleries, from slowing down and being present to eng
In this episode,Dad and I have a thoughtful conversation about the surprising and beautiful tension between digital media and clay. We explore how ancient, tactile practices meet modern tools, how technology can expand r
In this special father–daughter episode, I sit down with dad, Richard Buncamper ceramics teacher, mentor, and artist of more than forty years—to talk about the upcoming 2026 NSECA Conference in Detroit. Together, we expl
What happens when a ceramic piece leaves the studio and enters someone’s home—does its story end, or just begin? In this episode of Clay & Kin, Dad and I, dive into the fascinating (and sometimes controversial) practice
In this episode, Dad and I explore the afterlife of ceramics—how art endures, how legacy is carried, and how stories live on through the vessels we leave behind.
In this heartfelt and illuminating conversation, dad and I explore what it truly means to become your own unique artist. From early influences to creative breakthroughs. We talk about resisting trends, embracing doubt, a
In this richly textured conversation, Dad and I discuss the art and intention behind surface development in ceramics. From glaze chemistry to storytelling through texture, we unpack how surface becomes a language of its
What happens when clay meets metal? We’re talking fire, form, and the fusion of two powerful materials. Tune in as we explore legacy, technique, and the art of transformation.
In this episode of Clay & Kin, Dad and I explore the delicate dance between fragility and strength, the historical weight of porcelain traditions, and the quiet lessons clay teaches about control, surrender, and transfor
In this episode, we step away from the pottery wheel to explore the diverse and dynamic world of hand-built ceramics. From slab building and coiling to sculptural forms and slip casting. Whether you're a seasoned potter
In this special episode of Clay & Kin, Dad a ceramics teacher and lifelong maker and I explore the art of woodturning through a ceramicist’s lens. What happens when clay meets grain, and the wheel meets the lathe?
In this visually rich episode of Clay & Kin, we explore the intersection of photography and ceramics—two mediums that shape light, form, and memory.Dad reflects on how photography can elevate ceramic artistry, from docum
In this flavorful episode of Clay & Kin, Dad and I explore the intersection of ceramics and the restaurant business—where handmade plates meet culinary artistry. From the weight of a bowl to the story behind a glaze, we
What happens when a teenager meets a potter’s wheel for the first time? In this episode, we trace the messy, magical beginnings of Dad's ceramic artist journey at High School for Art and Design in New York City. Expect s
In this episode of Clay & Kin, we dig into the world of grants—those elusive, game-changing resources that can help ceramic artists turn vision into reality. Whether you're building a community kiln, launching a new body
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