Warren MacKenzie

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About

Warren MacKenzie (1924-2018). American functional potter. Studied with Bernard Leach and Shoji Hamada in St Ives. Professor at University of Minnesota for 40+ years. One of the most influential American potters — trained generations of functional potters. Known for simple, affordable, beautiful pots for daily use. The mingei ideal in American practice.

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Known for (3)

→ Functional Pottery technique Most influential American functional potter

→ Mingei (Folk Craft) technique Mingei ideal in American practice

→ Wheel Throwing technique Masterful thrower

Studied Under (2)

→ Bernard Leach person Studied at Leach Pottery

→ Shoji Hamada person Studied with Hamada

Mentorship (2)

→ Bernard Leach person apprentice at St Ives (3 yrs)

→ Shoji Hamada person influenced by mingei