Gallery hours (during exhibitions):
Wednesday: 10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sunday: 1 – 4 p.m.
Art with Coffee: Wood Carving Demonstration
Saturday, March 14
Free demonstration!
Wood carver John Pupparo will show how a block of wood can be turned into a delightful figurine or a flat relief design.
John has 15 years of wood carving experience and is still exploring various design challenges and skill improvements, as well as discovering various wood types as carving mediums. He hopes that by demonstrating actual carving projects, interest and appreciation of the carver’s skill will encourage people to want to learn how to carve.
A wood carving class will be taught by John at the AAO on April 25th, 10–noon. There will be a small fee, which will cover all materials and tools needed to start learning how to carve.
One Night Only! Saturday, March 14, 6–9 pm!
On Saturday, March 14, The Art Association of Oswego is planning An Evening of Women’s Voices and Visions in honor of Women’s History Month. The event will take place from 6 to 9 pm in the upper gallery. The Art Association is inviting female performers and readers to share songs and stories.
Performances can include any type of music that includes vocals, any readings, poems, monologues, slam poetry, rap, storytelling, or theater performance. Each performer will have approximately 10 minutes, depending on the number of participants.
Anyone interested in participating can contact Event Coordinator Bill DeMott at william.demott99@gmail.com. Send an email of interest and a 2-3 sentence bio.
There will also be artwork on display in both the upper and lower galleries, created by women who are some of our favorite local art heroes. Many of these works will be for sale.
Attendance for the event is free, but donations are gladly accepted. Light refreshments will be served. Doors will open at 5:15.
Art with Coffee Returns!
Saturdays, 10 am–Noon
Art with Coffee: It’s like 2 hours of SPA TIME for your mind! Bring your own coffee or other beverage! We’ll supply all the materials and the inspiration. Make art along with a variety of guest instructors. No experience necessary!
No need to register; just come!
All ages are welcome; children under 12 should attend with a participating adult.
Saturdays 10:00–noon, $15 per person
March 14th
Wood Carving Demonstration by John Pupparo
FREE
March 21st
Jessica Joyce Kelly, Basic Acrylic Painting Techniques
$15 per participant
March 28th
NO Art with Coffee:
Come to the Lakeside Statewide Opening Reception
7–9 pm
April 4th
Monotype Printmaking Marathon 8 am–8 pm
FREE
April 11th
Antonia D’Amato, Making Miniatures
$15 per participant
April 18th
Theresa Bower, Paper Marbling
$15 per participant
Potter’s Wheel for Beginners: April 5–May 10
Instructor: Blake Oliveira
This class will introduce students to the potter’s wheel: preparing clay, learning to center, and creating a cylinder. Once a cylinder is achieved, students will learn about basic utilitarian shapes through demonstrations. Students will also learn about drying clay properly, trimming the base of pots, kiln firing, and basic glazing techniques. Students who have taken one class are welcome to continue in order to improve their wheel skills.
This 6-week class meets Fridays, 5–7:30 PM,
from April 5–May 10, 2026
Cost: $250 for AAO members, $290 for non-members. All supplies included.
- Class size limit: 6
- Age and/or skill level: adults = 16+, no prior ceramics experience necessary
Pottery for Intermediates and Beyond:
March 4–April 8
Instructor: Marybeth Sorendo
This pottery class for intermediate and advanced level students will focus on personalized wheel-thrown projects with demonstrations for guidance. Students will be encouraged to experiment with underglazes, colored slip, and clay, and test glazes. In addition, students will assist with loading both bisque and glaze kilns.
This 6-week class meets Wednesdays, 5–7:30 PM,
from March 4 to April 8.
Class size limit: 6
Cost:
Members: $250
Non-members: $290
Potter’s Wheel for Beginners: March 8–April 12
Instructor: Toni Cantu
This class will introduce students to the potter’s wheel: preparing clay, learning to center, and creating a cylinder. Once a cylinder is achieved, students will learn about basic utilitarian shapes through demonstrations. Students will also learn about drying clay properly, trimming the base of pots, kiln firing, and basic glazing techniques. Students who have taken one class are welcome to continue in order to improve their wheel skills.
This 6-week class meets Sundays, 4–6:30 PM,
from March 8 – April 12, 2026
Cost: $250 for AAO members, $290 for non-members. All supplies included.
- Class size limit: 6
- Age and/or skill level: adults = 16+, no prior ceramics experience necessary
The Pottery Open Studio will be held on Thursdays, 5-8 pm, in February.
We plan on both Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-8 pm, in March.
Ceramics classes will resume in March—See above!
Spring is coming, and events are building at the AAO!
Remember, you must be a current member of the AAO to participate in the Members’ Show, the Holiday Sale, and other members-only events. Members save on class fees, too!
Check your membership status on the Membership page.
You can renew your membership with PayPal or Venmo, by mail, or in person.
New members are always welcome!
Gallery Sitters Needed!
Gallery hours are Saturdays 10 am – 1 pm and Sundays 1 – 4 pm
during exhibitions.
Gallery Coordinator: Karen Ringwald: ringwald.karen@gmail.com
Gallery Sitters open the door, turn on the lights, put out the Open flag, and welcome visitors to the exhibitions.
We have a guide and will show you what you need to know.
It’s also a great time to work on your own art, writings, musings, or what have you. Explore the internet on one of our new Macs, chat with visitors, stand on the deck and take in the beautiful view of the fort. You might even catch a softball or baseball game across the road!
Please sign up to gallery-sit during exhibition hours. Contact our Gallery Coordinator: Karen Ringwald: ringwald.karen@gmail.com
For more information, click here.
Thank you!