As the Community Arts Agent and teacher of the ceramic program at the extension community arts center, there was a pressing need to expand beyond the basics of wheel throwing. The limited abilities to teach advanced knowledge was hindering the growth of the program, and there was a need for professional training in ceramics.

The solution came in the form of an 8-week advanced ceramics class offered by the University of Kentucky School of Arts and Visual Studies. The Community Arts Agent was able to enroll in this program and gain an incredible amount of knowledge on not just ceramics, but studio maintenance, etiquette, and more efficient operation and function of a ceramic studio with many students.

With this newfound knowledge, the Community Arts Agent was able to modify her studio to be more efficient and effective. She was able to teach her Beginner 2 Wheel Throwing Class more advanced techniques, as well as modifying previously learned behaviors. The Community Arts Agent was thrilled to bring back this information to Whitley County and extend the knowledge from the school to her community.

The impact of this advanced training was immediate and immense. The ceramic program at the Extension Community Arts center began to flourish, attracting more students and enthusiasts alike. The knowledge gained from the University of Kentucky School of Fine Arts allowed the Community Arts Agent to be more effective in her role as a teacher, inspiring her students to push their boundaries and reach new heights in their ceramic creations.