Clay in Common - Reviews
An Arts Society book of the month...
“If you’re a practitioner setting out to work with schools and the public where do you go for advice? Clay in Common is a great starting point.”
Steve Moffitt, Chief Executive, A New Direction
“This is not a 'how to' book but a 'Can you?' book. This book challenges those with specialist skills to engage the public in that discovery and provides a route to get started.”
Amanda Bright, Head of School of Art, University of Brighton
“Hooray for clay! Projects that place clay and ceramics centre stage are invaluable - be it in architecture, public sculpture, decorative art, or simple cups and saucers. Passing on an understanding of the material is vital and Clayground Collective are true clay ambassadors. Their extraordinary work is exemplary.”
Kate Malone, Ceramic Artist; Judge, BBCTV Great Pottery Throw Down
"A comprehensive and creative approach is taken by Rowntree and Hooson to communicate clay's power to engage, nurture and empower people everywhere."
British Ceramics Biennial
"This book is a real example of how to make a book accessible. It is beautifully laid out, easy to open, the whole look and feel makes you want to delve. The layout of the sections and the way they are colour coded and each page titled to go with it makes it so easy to navigate.”
Clare Cooper, Cateran's Common Wealth
"...a pragmatic and necessary book for anyone in education who cares about the future of clay. Clay in Common... points out the crucial need for kids (and adults) to have a direct material experience by using our hands with clay, one that teaches multiple skills beyond the art/craft-based perceptions that currently exist. Providing educational projects that challenge learners' ability to engage fine motor skills along with three-dimensional problem solving will enhance crossover experiences that supports STEM education without undermining the value of art. Those who create in clay and ceramics can learn multi-discipline information, as well as appreciate how to collaborate and work together in social settings. These collaborative projects build bridges to others, unfolding a historically rich ceramic past..."
Holly Hanessian, President, National Council on Education and the Ceramic Arts
and Professor of Art and Ceramics Area Head, Florida State University
Steve Moffitt, Chief Executive, A New Direction
“This is not a 'how to' book but a 'Can you?' book. This book challenges those with specialist skills to engage the public in that discovery and provides a route to get started.”
Amanda Bright, Head of School of Art, University of Brighton
“Hooray for clay! Projects that place clay and ceramics centre stage are invaluable - be it in architecture, public sculpture, decorative art, or simple cups and saucers. Passing on an understanding of the material is vital and Clayground Collective are true clay ambassadors. Their extraordinary work is exemplary.”
Kate Malone, Ceramic Artist; Judge, BBCTV Great Pottery Throw Down
"A comprehensive and creative approach is taken by Rowntree and Hooson to communicate clay's power to engage, nurture and empower people everywhere."
British Ceramics Biennial
"This book is a real example of how to make a book accessible. It is beautifully laid out, easy to open, the whole look and feel makes you want to delve. The layout of the sections and the way they are colour coded and each page titled to go with it makes it so easy to navigate.”
Clare Cooper, Cateran's Common Wealth
"...a pragmatic and necessary book for anyone in education who cares about the future of clay. Clay in Common... points out the crucial need for kids (and adults) to have a direct material experience by using our hands with clay, one that teaches multiple skills beyond the art/craft-based perceptions that currently exist. Providing educational projects that challenge learners' ability to engage fine motor skills along with three-dimensional problem solving will enhance crossover experiences that supports STEM education without undermining the value of art. Those who create in clay and ceramics can learn multi-discipline information, as well as appreciate how to collaborate and work together in social settings. These collaborative projects build bridges to others, unfolding a historically rich ceramic past..."
Holly Hanessian, President, National Council on Education and the Ceramic Arts
and Professor of Art and Ceramics Area Head, Florida State University