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"The Artsream Ceramic Library is a social-outreach project whose mission is to connect contemporary functional ceramics with ordinary people."

This group was founded on, I'm sure, incredibly good intentions and a want to extend culture to those who wouldn't ordinarily have access. Programs such as this are indeed necessary, as America's reputation for lack of class and culture becomes more profound, but unfortunately some of the stipulations of the ceramic library may in fact hinder its overall goal.

What demographic would an outreach group such as this be aimed towards? Surely one who has little art experience. The library's requirement of submitting another piece of art in return may deter those who wish to participate but feel as though they don't have talent or means.

Also, on a personal level, I would be more hesitant to "check out" something that can be so easily broken. Especially if it is necessary for me to rely on such a program to observe culture, then it might be assumed that the $30-90 dollars owed for breaking a piece would be sorely missed.

The project will struggle to succeed in a high school environment. Some may participate due to a genuine interest but others will feel obligated to do so and will be the lifeblood of the operation.