Ivan McMeekin b. 13 September 1919

  • Maker (Ceramist)
Ivan McMeekin was the founder of the Sturt Pottery at Mittagong and one of the founders of the Potters Society of Australia. From 1959-78, he taught at the University of NSW, where he was instrumental in introducing pottery to Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory. His book 'Notes for potters in Australia : raw materials and clay bodies' is still the most exhaustive work on the subject.
Name
Ivan McMeekin
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Maker (Ceramist)
Birth date
13 September 1919
Death date
28 May 1993
Active Period
  • 1949 - 1978
Arrival
Residence
  • - 61 Prices Avenue, Woronora River, NSW
  • - Mooramaju Beryl Rd, Gulgong, NSW
Training
  • -