The primary market research focused on evaluating pottery services identified through platforms such as Instagram and Reddit. Google searches using terms like 'ceramic tutorials' and 'pottery tutorials' were also employed. These solutions were categorized into three segments: learning and community, visualization, and project management → see below.

<aside> 💡 Summary

Types of pottery interfaces:

Learning and Community:

• Access to tutorials on pottery techniques.
• Community forums or platforms for discussions and sharing.
• Pottery classes and workshops.
• Supportive communities for ceramic enthusiasts.
• Ceramic recipe sharing and collaborative resources.

Visualization:

• Potter

Project Management:

• Tools to record glazes, firing schedules, and other pottery-related information.
• Features for managing and organizing pottery projects.
• Tracking and cataloging pottery pieces and progress.
• Pottery-related project management and organizational resources. </aside>

<aside> 🚫 Challenges not addressed in current designs

1. Structured Learning Paths: Many pottery apps andpot websites do not offer well-structured learning paths that guide users through progressive skill development, making it challenging for beginners to navigate their learning journey.

2. Material Sourcing Assistance: Users may struggle to find comprehensive resources within apps or websites that help them source quality and affordable pottery materials, including clay, glazes, and tools.

3. Diverse Styles and Techniques: The range of pottery styles and techniques is vast, and current platforms may not sufficiently cater to the diversity of interests within the pottery community.

4. Customized User Experiences: Many existing apps and websites may not provide tailored experiences for different potter personas, potentially leaving certain user groups underserved.

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Websites

The Ceramic Arts Network (ceramicartsnetwork.org): This website offers a wealth of information on ceramics and pottery, including articles, tutorials, and a community forum.

ClayShare (clayshare.com): ClayShare is an online platform that provides pottery classes, tutorials, and a supportive community for ceramic enthusiasts.

Glazy (glazy.com): Glazy is a free ceramic recipe sharing website ****where users can upload glaze recipes and photos to share with the ceramics community.

Sculpd (sculpd.com): At home pottery kit brand, who also have tutorials on their Instagram and Facebook. They offer online workshops for events, e.g team building. Probably the most prominent brand in the at home pottery space.