Deon Blackwell was born in Pensacola, Florida and studied music and art at Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi.  He received his MFA in studio art from the University of South Florida in 2007.  His studio practice includes a wide variety of ceramic processes including: Raku, soda fire, salt fire, underglaze techniques and various decal and casting methods. He lectures about his processes and exhibitions at universities and for the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts.  His work has been exhibited across the country in solo exhibitions and private collections. Since receiving his MFA, Deon has taught ceramics for the University of South Florida and foundation courses for the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design in Denver. He is currently the Adult Education Director for the Dunedin Fine Art Center.  

Education

Masters of Fine Art

University of South Florida Tampa Florida 2007

Bachelors of Fine Art: Sculpture/Painting

Delta State University Cleveland Mississippi 2003