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Laura Andreson


Ceramicist
American, (1902–1999)

One of the most influential potters on the West Coast, Laura Andreson is known for her organic forms, experimental glazes, mastery of porcelain, and prolific teaching career. Born in San Bernadino, California, she began working with clay in the education department at the University of California, Los Angeles while pursuing a degree in teaching. After graduating, UCLA invited her to establish one of the first academic ceramics programs on the West Coast in 1933. Andreson led the ceramics department—traininghundreds of students—until her retirement in 1970.

Andreson believed clay was the most versatile material available to artists and responded to the character and personality of the individual who formed it. Andreson was a daring figure for time. For the entirety of her career at the University of California, Los Angeles, Andreson lived publicly as a lesbian with her partner, the painter Polly Blank. This was virtually unheard of during the early and mid-twentieth century, when individuals who were public about their sexual orientation were often fired from their jobs. Andreson was a prolific teacher and mentor to hundreds ofstudents. She is a model both as an exceptional potter and human being living true to her character.


Artist Objects

Beaker 1993.49

Bottle 1984.904

Bottle 1984.989

Bottle 1984.1429

Bottle 1984.1648

Bottle 1984.1651

Bowl 1986.90

Bowl 1984.508

Bowl 1984.565

Bowl STUDY.1984.820

Bowl 1984.916

Bowl 1984.969

Bowl 1984.988

Bowl 1984.991

Bowl 1984.1426

Bowl 1984.1428

Bowl 1984.1431

Bowl 1984.1433

Bowl 1984.1649

Bowl 1984.1650

Jar 1984.809

Jar 1984.811

Unknown 1984.2099

Vase STUDY.1984.937

Vase 1984.1427

Vase 1984.1430

Vase 1984.1432


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