Jules Supera

1914 Born Callicoon, New York

1981 Died Los Angeles, California

EDUCATION

1931–1933 Coursework, Teacher Education, Alfred University, Alfred, New York

1945–1948 Coursework, Design & Ceramics, New York State College of Ceramics, Alfred University, Alfred, New York

PRIMARY WORK EXERIENCE

1948–1962 Production Potter, Downey, California

Jules Supera is known for functional and decorative low fired ceramics.  His work ranges from molded terracotta, to mixed media works and commercial tile.

After returning from the Army (1938-1946) he began working with ceramics during the Post War period when ceramics began to attract an ever larger group of clay artists in the United States. Supera was a skilled ceramics technician, using his knowledge during his schooling and later as a California-based production potter to develop significant advances in glazing and firing practices. Supera’s greatest contribution to the field was his development of a low fire textured glaze palette for decorative ceramics and safe for use on functional wares. His Crag Form glaze and its low temperature firing method was a significant innovation in the glazes and control of low fired ceramic surfaces. These methods became the foundation of a potent alternative to high fired wares during the last quarter of the 20^th century.