Episode 15 | Pottery, Picking, and the Art of Folk: A Day with Marvin Bailey

In this special episode from House of Folk Art, host Matt Ledbetter shares a few of his favorite picking stories during the drive down to visit renowned folk artist Marvin Bailey. From the thrill of the hunt to the unexpected finds, Matt’s stories give a glimpse into the world of picking that’s full of surprises and excitement.

This is just a snippet of the full episode, which you can catch on YouTube. Join Matt for the full journey and explore the fascinating process of picking and collecting folk art.

Chapters
00:00 - 00:00:14 | Introduction: What is Picking?
00:00:14 - 00:01:00 | The Thrill of Picking
00:01:00 - 00:02:12 | Unexpected Finds on the Road
00:02:12 - 00:03:21 | Holding Back the Best Items
00:03:21 - End | The Value of Knowledge in Picking

00:00 - 00:00:14 | Introduction: What is Picking?
Matt begins by explaining the basics of picking, where the true adventure lies in the unexpected stops along the way and discovering hidden treasures.

00:00 - 00:01:00 | The Thrill of Picking
Matt shares the excitement of having $3,000 in hand while knocking on doors and finding priceless items tucked away in basements.

00:01:00 - 00:02:12 | Unexpected Finds on the Road
In this segment, Matt recalls some of his most surprising and profitable discoveries, giving insight into the unpredictable nature of picking.

00:02:12 - 00:03:21 | Holding Back the Best Items
Matt reflects on how eBay changed the world of picking, with collectors holding back their best finds for online auctions.

00:03:21 - End | The Value of Knowledge in Picking
Matt highlights how experience and knowledge are the key factors in being a successful picker, explaining why those with expertise tend to win big in the auction world.