About

Calvin Grotepas (b. 1944) is an American ceramicist, whose best known pieces are his large, hand-built pots. Calvin grew up in Salt Lake City, attended West High, and went on to study art at the University of Utah. For many years, he worked as a printing press operator for several printers in the Wasatch Front. He continued to study ceramics through the Salt Lake City Arts Center where his style evolved, culminating in the beautiful representations shown here. He currently resides in Salt Lake City where he's retired from his work due to a debilitating health condition. To see more of his work or purchase specific pieces, please contact the Lamplight Art Gallery in Bountiful, Utah.