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     Local ceramic artist, Caroline Hayward, is offering two forms of pottery classes this summer at the Art Association of Oswego.

     "I will be teaching two eight-week classes in July and August," Hayward said. "No previous ceramic experience is necessary, but if you do have experience, it's a great opportunity to learn a new technique or improve your skills."
     Hayward's "Wheel Throwing Pottery" classes will be held Tuesday nights and will run from 6-9 p.m., July 2 through Aug. 20. She is also offering a "Handbuilding Pottery" class Wednesday nights from 6-9, July 3 through Aug. 21.
   The Wheel Throwing class will teach beginners the basics of throwing functional forms on the pottery wheel. Students will learn how to throw forms, trim, finish, glaze and fire their work through demonstrations and independent practice. Forms that students will learn how to make include – but are certainly not limited to – bowls, cups, mugs, plates and platters.
     "My Handbuilding class will teach beginners the basics of handbuilding pottery," Hayward said. "The methods students will experiment with include pinch-pots, coil building and using slabs to make functional pottery pieces. Decoration and surface techniques will also be demonstrated and glazes will be available for student experimentation. Forms that students will learn how to make include – but also are not limited to – nesting bowls, cups, mugs, plates and platters."  

     The fee for the Wheel Throwing Potter class is $144; the fee for the Handbuilding Pottery class is $168. There is a $42 material fee for both classes that includes 25 lbs. of clay, two firings and the use of the studio tools and glazes.
     "The Art Association facility is great and has a brand new kiln and beautiful new glazes," Hayward added.
     Interested artists should contact Hayward by June 25 at 315-868-1465; by email at hayward@Oswego.edu; or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/456364161124832/ .
     Hayward received her bachelor of fine arts degree with an emphasis in ceramics and a minor in art history from SUNY Oswego. Prior to earning her degree, she ran a business selling pottery both nationally and internationally.