Community Arts Publications
Creative Engagement
Publication | Story Circles: A Powerful Engagement Technique
Story Circles are a powerful engagement technique that promote deep listening and productive conversation around important issues...
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Publication | Ripple Effects Mapping: A Fun, Story-Based Evaluation Tool
Ripple Effects Mapping (REM) is a story-based evaluation tool that captures the intended and unintended impacts of a complex program or network...
Learn MoreCommunity Arts Disaster Recovery
Article | Artifact/Collections Response
Individuals and community organizations that steward cultural heritage may need additional planning and recovery resources to navigate the basics of disaster preparedness and response...
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Article | Arts in Health Disaster Recovery
Art can be a pathway for recognizing common stress responses to trauma and can provide some beneficial ways to cope with it...
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Article | Arts Preparedness
Be pro-active and make a plan for disaster-readiness so that when tragedy does strike, you are better prepared and your losses can be minimized...
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Article | Damage Assessment, Claims and Relief Aid
There are several resources available to guide artists and organizations through damage assessment, claims and relief aid as they navigate rebuilding within their communities...
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Studio Guide | Clay Recycling
An integral part of pottery studio maintenance is recycling scrap clay. This allows resources to be stretched, reduction in studio waste, and the organization of working areas of the studio. You may also find that knowledge gained from fully utilizing clay in all its forms increases both skill and creativity.
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