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“The Art of Digital Fabrication a must-have book for any maker space, studio, or classroom. This book is jam-packed with photos, diagrams and sharing inspiring examples of what STEAM-fueled thinking can inspire in any learning space. Beautifully designed, clearly written by Erin Riley, these projects will encourage you and those around you to “create bravely!” Another excellent resource from CMK Press.”
– Peter H, Reynolds, author of The Dot, Founder of FableVision

“Erin is a passionately curious educator whose ability to tinker we greatly admire. Her new book is filled with inquiry into fabrication tools and materials as well as ways of incorporating this spirit of curiosity into the classroom. Extra tip: Follow her on Twitter.”
– Karen Wilkinson, Tinkering Studio Director, Exploratorium 

“This timely and gorgeously illustrated guide maps the intersections between maker education and art education with thoughtful and thought-provoking learning prompts. Teachers from across the curriculum will find Riley’s enthusiasm empowering and growth-inspiring! By pairing learning objectives from art and design (e.g., positive and negative space) with detailed instructions for working with computational tools and materials (e.g., laser cutting and 3D printing), Erin’s passion for meaningful expression and her expertise in digital fabrication will energize teachers from all grade levels—whether they’re makerspace novices or seasoned pros.
– Sean Justice, Art Education, Texas State University, San Marcos, author of Learning to Teach in the Digital Age: New Materialities and Maker Paradigms in Schools.

“Riley makes a compelling case for integrating arts education and digital fabrication across disciplines. Her projects are accessible, meaningful, and will inspire you to push your students in new directions.”
– Aaron Vanderwerff, Director of Learning, MakerEd

“The Art of Digital Fabrication is a beautiful book and will prove to be highly useful for art teachers who want to bring digital tools into the art studio, as well science, math, technology, and engineering teachers in PreK-12 who want to bring art and creativity into their classrooms. There is so much potential for expansion on these ideas by teachers and students–bravo for leaving space for creativity within the creative projects! True STEAM education demands engagement in the four fundamental creative practices of imagination, investigation, construction, and reflection. This book pulls these creative practices together with STEM content in a manner that is intriguing and fun, as well as appropriately challenging.”
– Anne Bown-Crawford, Executive Director, California Arts Council