Ceramic artists are at the heart of Baltimore Clayworks. Artists are at the center of the mission of Baltimore Clayworks, and provide the organization with talent and innovation to inspire our community and to enliven the artistic impact of ceramics in our region. Their professional and personal networks provide a kaleidoscope of interactions with peers, galleries, and academic institutions, which keep the organization at the forefront of contemporary ceramic art.
Artist Bio
Supratman (Maman) Rakin was born in Bandung. He was first trained as a portrait artist under the encouragement of his father, a school teacher. But soon, he found himself mostly creating ceramic sculptures and utilitarian ceramic pieces. He holds Masters of Fine Art degrees from Southern Illinois University and Pittsburg State University.
He is currently an Associate Professor in ceramics at the Catonsville Community College, Baltimore. He works tirelessly with students and schools in Baltimore, and the US, in art expression through ceramics. His works have been featured in extensive publications in Indonesia, USA, and South Korea. In 1999, he was commissioned by Baltimore City government to create a 130ft sculptural promenade at Druid Hill Park, Baltimore.
