You will connect with local potters and engage in interviews to uncover how their personal experiences and challenges inform the creation of sustainable and aesthetically pleasing ceramics, allowing you to develop empathy and gather insights that will guide your project's direction.

You will synthesize your ceramics research by collaborating with local environmental groups and potters to craft a clear problem statement, emphasizing sustainable pottery practices and sharing skills with connections that promote ecological awareness and daily integration of your art.

You will brainstorm and explore creative possibilities for integrating ceramics into sustainable kitchenware and wall art by generating diverse ideas that address the essential questions using insights gathered from your community partners and previous phases to challenge conventional approaches and encourage innovative design thinking.

You will create initial pottery prototypes by applying newfound techniques, embracing mistakes as part of the learning process, and integrating sustainable practices learned from community partners into your designs.

You will conduct a gallery walk, showcasing your ceramic pieces to peers and stakeholders, gathering feedback and insights to refine your work while discussing the sustainable aspects and your journey in mastering advanced pottery techniques and studio management.