Frustrated with sparking lively conversations in your pottery group? Our Would You Rather templates are designed to inspire playful debates and creative thinking. Use these ready-made questions to bring your community together and keep discussions flowing.
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Would You Rather questions work wonders in pottery communities because they tap into members' imaginations and personal preferences. By presenting two intriguing scenarios, these prompts encourage even quieter members to chime in with their opinions. This format removes pressure to be 'right' and instead makes participation fun and accessible.
In creative fields like pottery, discussing hypotheticals helps members explore new ideas, techniques, and inspirations they may not have tried before. It also builds group cohesion, as sharing reasons behind choices often leads to deeper conversation and connections. The playful tone makes it easy for all skill levels to join in, fostering a sense of belonging and community.
Would you rather sculpt a giant vase or a tiny set of espresso cups?
💡 Example: "Would you rather sculpt a giant vase or a tiny set of espresso cups? Tell us why!"
Would you rather glaze your next piece with bold colors or natural earth tones?
💡 Example: "Would you rather glaze your next piece with bold colors or natural earth tones? Share your pick!"
Would you rather throw on the wheel or hand-build for the rest of the year?
💡 Example: "Would you rather throw on the wheel or hand-build for the rest of the year? Why?"
Would you rather only use clay from your local area or imported specialty clay?
💡 Example: "Would you rather only use clay from your local area or imported specialty clay?"
Would you rather make pottery inspired by nature or by modern architecture?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make pottery inspired by nature or by modern architecture? Share your thoughts!"
Would you rather teach a beginner class or attend an advanced workshop?
💡 Example: "Would you rather teach a beginner class or attend an advanced workshop? Let us know!"
Would you rather spend a day at a pottery market or exploring a ceramics museum?
💡 Example: "Would you rather spend a day at a pottery market or exploring a ceramics museum?"
Would you rather use only one glaze for a year or only one clay body?
💡 Example: "Would you rather use only one glaze for a year or only one clay body? Why?"
Would you rather create functional mugs or decorative sculptures?
💡 Example: "Would you rather create functional mugs or decorative sculptures?"
Would you rather master carving details or achieve flawless glazing?
💡 Example: "Would you rather master carving details or achieve flawless glazing? Explain your pick!"
Would you rather have endless studio time or unlimited access to new glazes?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have endless studio time or unlimited access to new glazes? Let us know!"
Would you rather fire only in an electric kiln or a wood-fired kiln?
💡 Example: "Would you rather fire only in an electric kiln or a wood-fired kiln?"
Would you rather design a collaborative mural or solo exhibition pieces?
💡 Example: "Would you rather design a collaborative mural or solo exhibition pieces? Share why!"
Would you rather always have perfectly centered clay or never need to wedge again?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have perfectly centered clay or never need to wedge again? Why?"
Would you rather decorate with underglaze painting or sgraffito?
💡 Example: "Would you rather decorate with underglaze painting or sgraffito?"
Would you rather make pottery inspired by ancient traditions or futuristic designs?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make pottery inspired by ancient traditions or futuristic designs?"
Would you rather use only your favorite tool or experiment with a new tool every week?
💡 Example: "Would you rather use only your favorite tool or experiment with a new tool every week? Explain!"
Would you rather display your pieces at a gallery or sell them at a craft fair?
💡 Example: "Would you rather display your pieces at a gallery or sell them at a craft fair?"
Would you rather make a set of matching plates or a collection of unique bowls?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a set of matching plates or a collection of unique bowls? Why?"
Would you rather work with porcelain or stoneware for all your projects?
💡 Example: "Would you rather work with porcelain or stoneware for all your projects?"
Would you rather join a pottery retreat in the mountains or by the beach?
💡 Example: "Would you rather join a pottery retreat in the mountains or by the beach?"
Would you rather create a piece that is beautiful but fragile or sturdy but plain?
💡 Example: "Would you rather create a piece that is beautiful but fragile or sturdy but plain? Why?"
Would you rather take inspiration from pottery masters or invent your own techniques?
💡 Example: "Would you rather take inspiration from pottery masters or invent your own techniques?"
Would you rather have your own studio or unlimited access to a community workspace?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have your own studio or unlimited access to a community workspace? Tell us!"
Would you rather always have clean hands or never run out of glaze?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have clean hands or never run out of glaze?"
Would you rather make pottery as a side hobby or pursue it full-time?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make pottery as a side hobby or pursue it full-time? Why?"
Would you rather try raku firing or pit firing for your next project?
💡 Example: "Would you rather try raku firing or pit firing for your next project?"
Would you rather decorate with gold accents or with hand-carved patterns?
💡 Example: "Would you rather decorate with gold accents or with hand-carved patterns? Share your thoughts!"
Would you rather host a pottery painting party or a wheel-throwing demo?
💡 Example: "Would you rather host a pottery painting party or a wheel-throwing demo? Let us know!"
Would you rather always have perfectly even walls or never have cracks again?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have perfectly even walls or never have cracks again?"
Would you rather make a piece in one uninterrupted session or over several days?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a piece in one uninterrupted session or over several days? Why?"
Would you rather share your process on social media or keep it private?
💡 Example: "Would you rather share your process on social media or keep it private?"
Would you rather have a kiln that fires instantly or a wheel that never needs cleaning?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a kiln that fires instantly or a wheel that never needs cleaning? Why?"
Would you rather make a whimsical animal planter or a classic teapot?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a whimsical animal planter or a classic teapot? Share your choice!"
Would you rather create pottery inspired by your favorite book or favorite place?
💡 Example: "Would you rather create pottery inspired by your favorite book or favorite place?"
Would you rather join a group pottery challenge or work on your own theme?
💡 Example: "Would you rather join a group pottery challenge or work on your own theme? What would you pick?"
Would you rather make a piece that tells a story or one that is purely abstract?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a piece that tells a story or one that is purely abstract?"
Would you rather always have endless creative ideas or flawless execution?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have endless creative ideas or flawless execution? Why?"
Would you rather decorate with vibrant splashes or subtle, minimalist patterns?
💡 Example: "Would you rather decorate with vibrant splashes or subtle, minimalist patterns?"
Would you rather attend a pottery conference in Japan or Italy?
💡 Example: "Would you rather attend a pottery conference in Japan or Italy?"
Would you rather have your work featured in a book or on a popular blog?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have your work featured in a book or on a popular blog? Which one?"
To use these templates, simply copy and paste your chosen Would You Rather question into your community platform. Add a friendly prompt encouraging members to explain their answers. For more engagement, tag active members or share your own response first. Rotate questions regularly to keep the conversation fresh and relevant.
Would You Rather questions work well on all platforms. On forums and Facebook Groups, use a bold intro and pin posts for visibility. On Instagram Stories, use poll stickers for quick voting. For Discord or Slack, schedule questions during peak hours and create a dedicated channel for ongoing Would You Rather fun.
To engage both wheel-throwers and hand-builders, craft questions that highlight the unique experiences of each technique. For example: 'Would you rather spend a month mastering the potter’s wheel or perfecting coil-building techniques?' Mixing terminology and challenges from both methods ensures all members feel included and eager to share their preferences.
Including glazing techniques like raku, celadon, or underglaze painting in your questions sparks conversation among more experienced potters and curious beginners. For instance, 'Would you rather experiment with raku firing or master crystalline glazing?' This encourages members to share tips and results from their own glazing adventures.
Tapping into real studio scenarios boosts engagement and relatability. Try questions like: 'Would you rather fire your pieces in a community kiln with others or wait longer for a private kiln slot?' These prompts invite members to discuss their approaches to firing logistics and studio etiquette.
Potters often have strong opinions about clay bodies such as porcelain, stoneware, or earthenware. Questions like 'Would you rather work exclusively with porcelain for a year or switch to dark stoneware?' generate lively debate and knowledge sharing about the properties and challenges of different clays.
Absolutely! Pottery communities love discussing their go-to tools, like ribs, loop tools, or specialty bats. Try: 'Would you rather never use a trimming tool again or give up your favorite sponge?' This not only encourages engagement but also surfaces tips and tricks for tool usage.
Balance your questions by referencing scenarios relatable to all skill levels. For instance, compare studio setup challenges or sales experiences: 'Would you rather display your work at a local craft fair or get featured in a ceramics magazine?' This helps everyone—from beginners to pros—see themselves in the conversation.
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