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Lenny Larson
Shino Yunomi #1
Porcelain Wheel Thrown Cup - 4" H x 3.75" W x 3.75" L
Holds 15 oz of liquid
Food, Microwave and Dishwasher Safe
Biography
Lenny Larson is a master potter, former owner of Ceramic
Services, inc. and accomplished ceramic artist. He is the
designer of the ceramic industries finest Raku Kiln, exceptional
front loading kilns as well as beautifully crafted ceramic
equipment.
Growing up in Laguna Beach, Lenny was exposed to fine art at
an early age. His father was a finished carpenter and this is
where Lenny gained his work ethic and his love for fine
craftsmanship.
Earning his AA Degree from Orange Coast College, Lenny went
on the get his BFA and MFA from Otis Art Institute in 1975
majoring in Ceramics and minoring in Printmaking.
Lenny began working as a production potter in various
commercial potteries throughout Southern California for 18
years. Eventually he managed a large ceramic lamp
manufacture in Los Angeles that led to him becoming the head
of equipment sales for Laguna Clay Co. He then ran their mold
shop and designed a line of gas fired kilns.
In 1999 Lenny became the plant manager for a local ceramic
tile manufacture, Jeffrey Court, inc. He designed new efficient
production manufacturing methods as well as setting up a
new production facility in Fontana, CA.
Recently, he sold his interest in Ceramic Services to a group
that is continuing the studio and expanding on what Lenny
built.
Lenny is now devoting his time to developing his ceramic art,
functional pottery and sculpture. He is teaching and holding
workshops on his vast knowledge of the ceramic process.