Ray Ferguson
Ray was born and raised in Pennsylvania, received a B.S. in 1953 and an M. Ed in 1956 in Art Education from Penn State. He taught in the public schools of PA and at the University of Florida retiring in 1989.
He commenced turning 40 years ago. Since then his work has been included in numerous local, state, regional, national and international shows. He has received many awards and has acted as a juror for many turning competitions. He has also taught at the John C. Campbell Folk School and the Arrowmont School.
A past president of Florida Craftsmen he also served as a state representative for Florida on the american Craft Council southeast Region Board for 10 years.
He continues practicing his art in a studio at his home.