Michael Lopez | Also Known As: Michael J. Lopez

Born: 1937

Michael Lopezis primarilyknown for non-functional ceramics that combine wheel-thrown and hand building techniques. Lopez worked with stoneware, lusters, and raku firing. Many of his pieces have an unglazed matt surface.

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    Michael Lopezis primarilyknown for non-functional ceramics that combine wheel-thrown and hand building techniques. Lopez worked with stoneware, lusters, and raku firing. Many of his pieces have an unglazed matt surface.

    Lopez studied with Vernon Coykendal and Viola Frey.

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    Apprenticeships & Residencies
    Primary Work Experience
    1965
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    1967

    Ceramics Instructor, California College of Arts and Crafts, Oakland, California

    1970—

    Ceramics Instructor, Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, California

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    Crocker Art Museum, Sacramento, California

    Oakland Museum of California, Oakland, California

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    Citation: Michael Lopez, "The Marks Project."
    Last modified April 29, 2026. https://www.themarksproject.org/artists/michael-lopez

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