# Robotic Ceramic Workshops Emerging Objects Teaches a Traditional Craft with a High-Tech Twist By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-05-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-workshop References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1468761878/the-bottery?ref=recommended&ref=discovery) After the hype over Emerging Objects' living 3D-printed cabin, the Oakland-based creative studio launched a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniek-pottery) campaign to fund its robotic ceramic workshops. The project seeks to fuse one of the oldest craft traditions with the innovative technological developments enjoyed by us today. The concept of the Bottery is a space that runs educational classes that teach techniques of [3D clay printing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1) to enthusiasts and businesses. The robotic ceramic workshops will be accessible to both beginners and advanced craftspeople and will provide the needed high-tech tools and premium-quality environmentally safe clay and glazes for the development of a creation. In addition, the Bottery is teaming up with 3D Potter to offer a line of ceramic 3D printers that can be utilized at home, if one wishes to continue to craft after attending a robotic ceramic workshop. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Robotic Ceramic Workshops:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore the potential for integrating robotics and technology into traditional craft practices to enhance creativity and production efficiency. - **3D Clay Printing:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Investigate the possibilities of using 3D clay printing technology to create unique and intricate ceramic designs with precision and speed. - **Home Ceramic 3D Printers:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Examine the market potential for affordable and user-friendly ceramic 3D printers that allow individuals to pursue ceramic craft at home. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Education:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop educational programs and workshops that combine traditional crafts with advanced technologies to foster innovation and skill development. - **3D Printing:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore the application of 3D printing in the ceramics industry to revolutionize the manufacturing process and create customizable and personalized ceramic products. - **Home Crafting:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Capitalize on the growing interest in DIY and creative hobbies by offering affordable and accessible home ceramic 3D printers for enthusiasts to explore their artistic abilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Ceramic Home Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-house.md) - [AI-Driven Ceramic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texttoclay.md) - [Algorithmic Ceramic Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texture-ware.md) - [Miniature Pottery Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniek-pottery.md) - [Playful Ceramic Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beginner-ceramics.md) - [Experimental Pottery Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourd-project.md) - [3D-Printable Toy Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerworld-cyberbrick.md) - [3D-Printed Tiled Ceramic Archways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delft-blue.md) - [Limited 3D-Printed Ceramic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyadic-series.md)