Bryan Cera (left), Tom Lauerman (right)

On January 28, 2024, Bryan Cera and Tom Lauerman in conversation with Board member and moderator Jennifer Woodin presented their work in a panel discussion Robots and the Human Hand: from Automation to Improvisation in Digital Fabrication. The panel discussed work, research explorations, and experiences utilizing ever-evolving emerging technologies as a methodology in the practice of working with clay. The artists explored a range of topics including 3D printing, animation, hand-building with robots, DIY culture, and emerging communities of social exchange. Presented over Zoom, the panel had over 50 people in attendance, and the formal presentation was followed by a lively discussion. To see the recording of the presentation, please see here.