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Rudy Autio (1926-2007) was a Butte native and lifelong Montana resident who changed the nature of contemporary ceramics. His interests, methods and artworks influenced individual artists around the globe. His ideas that budded in the 1950's forged the notion that clay was not simply suitable for utilitarian crafts but also an expressive sculptural medium.

Artwork by Rudy Autio in the MAM Collections
Rudy Autio: Spheres of Influence, illustrated essay by Peter Held
Rudy Autio: How a Gentle Street Fighter from Butte Led a Hand-Built Life and Changed an Art Form, illustrated essay by Jeff Hull
Rudy Autio Interview Transcript, conducted by Peter Held, February 3, 2007
Gennie DeWeese Interview Transcript, conducted by Jeff Hull, June 16, 2007
Rudy Autio inspired and ceramics-based lesson plans and resources developed by teacher for teachers:

Montana Connections: Rudy Autio, 8-minute video profile

This program was created and is made available for free with support from the National Endowment for the Arts and Montana Cultural Trust.

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