While participating in the construction of a 3D ceramic printer it was noted that other than preparing the clay, the completed pieces were being created without touching the clay.  The touch, feel, and smell of the clay are hugely important to me as a ceramic artist.

 

The possibilities of clay printing are amazing.  The experience of making the tool and then subverting the tool to the point of removing most of the tool, gives me the creative & physical experience I desire.