Matt Katz
Location
United States
About
Matthew Katz is a leader and innovator of glaze and clay body education and research. He loves to use his knowledge of ceramic art and engineering to make ceramic science accessible for all levels of makers.
He was educated as a ceramic artist with a B.F.A from Alfred University and a M.F.A. from the University of Colorado-Boulder. Matt also studied ceramic engineering at Alfred University for more than 10 years. Then too his combined passions to teach material science for artists at schools like Alfred University and The Rhode Island School of Design for over 20 years.
Matt and his wife, Rose are the founders of Ceramic Materials Workshop, an online education company offering ceramic materials education to students around the world. Enabling ceramicists to make sense and make the most of their glazes and clays. In addition to their educational component, they also offer consulting services for small and large makers and manufacturers. Enabling makers to take control of their in house material and processes.
Matt is a co-host of the number one ceramics podcast, For Flux Sake. Along with Rose and Kathy King of the Harvard Ceramics program, they answer listener questions about clay and glaze. Using their humor to make a complicated subject fun and educational.
Matt’s goal is to make ceramic science understandable to all makers so that they can make their studios the best they can be.
Artist Statement
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
At the Australian Ceramics Triennale, Matt Katz will deliver a Keynote Address that challenges misinformation and misconceptions surrounding ceramic materials and health and safety concerns. Drawing on his extensive expertise in ceramic chemistry, Matt will address common myths that cause confusion or anxiety among makers, providing clear, science-backed insights to help artists and educators make informed decisions in their practice. His presentation will explore the realities behind industry assumptions, clarify risks versus unfounded fears, and equip attendees with the knowledge to navigate materials safely and confidently.