Robin DuPont is a frontrunner in contemporary ceramics in North America, recognized for his innovative atmospherically fired ceramics that push the boundaries of form and surface. With over 20 years of experience, Robin’s pursuit of creative and technical development has earned him a reputation for excellence in the field. His extensive research into new ceramic surfaces, clay bodies, and kiln design sets him apart in Canadian studio ceramics.
As an educator and mentor, Robin has taught at numerous institutions across Canada and the United States, and currently leads the ceramics program at Kootenay Studio Arts at Selkirk College. His teaching has reinvigorated the program, inspiring the next generation of potters to produce work of exceptional quality. Robin also conducts workshops from his property in the Slocan Valley, sharing his expertise in atmospheric firing.
In 2023, Robin was named Nelson’s cultural ambassador and served as the pottery expert on CBC TV’s “Great Canadian Pottery Throwdown”.