Risk-taking reality

I am working with the University of Bradford to think about creativity and it’s got me thinking about risk-taking.  If creativity is about doing something new, something fresh, something novel, then inevitably it includes a degree of risk: the risk that the idea won’t solve the problem, the risk that it’s different to expectations, that […]

What is school for?

I was party to a fascinating discussion with colleagues from the RSA yesterday about the nature of education: asking the basic question – what’s the point of school? Catalysed by the change in UK government, there seems to be a battle between the idea of school being a place for ‘transferring a body of knowledge’ […]

If you go down to the woods today

I have found my feet.  Literally.  The new flexibility I’m enjoying with my business has allowed me to rediscover the benefits of walking.  Especially walking in the countryside – through woods, away from the busy streets.  Such apparently frivolous activity has tangible benefits: without wanting to state the absolutely obvious, it is good for you.  […]

What people think of Play with Learning

shaneCarlton delivered a course on Creativity that fundamentally changed the way that I and some of my colleagues approach our work. He possesses an engaging style and presents course material in a way that encourages introspection. Quickly gaining this positive rapport, he applies an acute knowledge of the Creative industry. His course was a real eye-opener for us. He doesn’t just get you thinking, he empowers you by making you aware of the steps you can take to achieve a more creative atmosphere in your business. Both I and our business have benefited greatly from our involvement with Carlton.

I can’t recommend both Carlton and Play with Learning highly enough.

adrianCarlton is a star. In a world full of charlatons and chancers, Carlton stands out as a someone who can be trusted, respected for his knowledge and experience, is passionate but realistic about the potential of digital media, creates excellent teams and delivers top quality stuff.
If you are looking for someone with pedigree and passion in the digital media production space then Carlton is someone to talk to!

holliCarlton brings great creativity, integrity and originality in his approach to work from the development stages through to completion. He combines a very interesting and unique set of skills and areas of interests and demonstrates high levels of knowledge across all of them, instilling great confidence in the client. Also a real pleasure to work with!