Maude Valerie McMaster b. 15 June 1913

Also known as Val McMaster
  • Artist (Ceramist),
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator),
  • Artist (Draughtsman),
  • Artist ,
  • Artist (Sculptor)
Maude McMaster won a swathe of prizes in her youth for her pottery, which she entered in shows in her native state of Queensland. She was an enthusiastic student and would work extra hours and cut classes to devote more time to her art while studying at Central Technical College in Brisbane.
Name
Maude Valerie McMaster
Also known as Val McMaster
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Ceramist)
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator)
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
  • Artist
  • Artist (Sculptor)
Other Occupation
  • Driver for the 5th USA Airforce (ANZSIC code: 7600)
  • Commercial artist (ANZSIC code: 6924)
Birth date
15 June 1913
Birth place
Townsville, Qld.
Death date
1983
Active Period
  • 1937 - 1941
Residence
  • Queensland
Training
  • c.1932 - c.1936 Central Technical College, Brisbane, Qld.
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book