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The ceramics program at Buffalo State welcomes visiting artist Doug Peltzman on October 12 and 13, with a demonstration today from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and artist talk at 5:30 p.m. in Upton Hall 128. All are welcome.

Mr. Peltzman is a studio potter living and working in Shokan, New York. He makes one-of-a-kind handmade porcelain and earthenware pottery for the kitchen and home. His pieces incorporate a wide variety of influence, which take the form of highly crafted functional and decorative objects. He received his B.F.A. in ceramics from SUNY New Paltz and his M.F.A. in ceramics from Penn State University. He has been both a juror and curator of national exhibitions and has taught workshops at many art centers and universities across the United States, including Arrowmont, Peters Valley, GoggleWorks, Davis & Elkins College, the University of North Texas, SUNY New Paltz, the Clay Studio, and the Art School at Old Church. He is also a founding member of Objective Clay. His pottery has been featured in many publications and can be found in homes and kitchens across the country.