The Art Box - Episode 315 - From Clay to Community: Leadership at Tuscarora Pottery School Meet Cody Breese Thomas

In the fourth episode of our special series recorded at the Tuscarora Pottery School, made possible in part by generous support from the Nevada Arts Council, we’re honored to sit down with Cody Breeze Thomas, President of the school and a passionate advocate for the arts. As a thoughtful steward of this storied Nevada institution, Cody shares his perspective on what makes Tuscarora more than just a pottery school. It’s a place of creative renewal, deep community, and quiet transformation, where clay, history, and human connection converge in the high desert.

Our conversation touches on the school’s enduring mission, its deep roots in the high desert, and the exciting vision Cody and the board are shaping for its future. Whether you're a potter, an artist, or simply someone drawn to meaningful places, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the stewardship, storytelling, and spirit that keep Tuscarora’s kilns burning and its creative heart alive.