Building a Little Art Display and a Slightly Bigger Studio with Savannah Jacob (and Mars)

In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick interviews Savannah Jacob, a local ceramicist and community builder. Savannah discusses her efforts in Indianapolis, particularly through the Bates Hendricks Neighbors Gallery, to foster local art and community engagement. The conversation covers Savannah's experiences in art shows, the process of creating ceramics, and the unique charm of the Bates Hendricks neighborhood. They also delve into the broader theme of community improvement and the balance between neighborhood development and maintaining its intrinsic character.Third Space Indy is supported by City Rising00:00 Introduction to The Third Place00:51 Meet Savannah Jacob: Local Ceramicist and Community Builder01:16 Savannah's Journey to the Podcast02:05 The Bates Hendricks Neighbors Gallery03:49 Creating and Managing Art Installations10:28 Savannah's Ceramic Art and Craft Shows22:42 Life in Bates Hendricks31:57 Balancing Home and Business Space32:19 Community Connections and Studio Setup32:39 Considering a Bigger Space33:07 Navigating Business Growth34:23 Political Engagement and Art34:44 Personal Reflections and Online Persona35:24 Exploring Third Spaces35:31 Sponsorship and Community Impact40:34 Memories of Childhood and Art52:56 Chemistry and Ceramics58:50 Concluding Thoughts and Farewells