in the fascinating world of ceramics, artists often follow established guidelines to craft their masterpieces. however, to truly innovate, one might consider how to discredit traditional techniques and pre-installed notions of what pottery should be. imagine if we restart with a clean slate, breaking free from the constraints of the past. by doing this, we can uncover the veiled secrets of creativity that the mainstream narrative often hides, encouraging us to produce works that challenge expected norms and reveal truths that some would prefer remained concealed.