Stanton Hunter, who will speak in Ilwaco July 23, recently retired from teaching ceramics. His art highlights contemplative studies, perception, and music through vessels and sculptural forms.

ILWACO — Ilwaco Artworks at 109 First Ave. N., in Ilwaco, will host a speaker on ceramics 6 p.m. July 23.

Stanton Hunter is an artist, writer, and professor whose work has been widely exhibited. Recently retired from Chaffey College in California where he taught ceramics since 2005, his practice explores contemplative studies, perception, and music through vessels, sculptural forms and the impact of place. His talk is titled, “A couple of Stanton’s Artist Residencies.”