About

Founder, OutFront Ceramics — Malibu, CA

Cooper McDonald is the creative force and visionary behind OutFront Ceramics, a Malibu-based ceramics atelier dedicated to bold design, handcrafted quality, and lifestyle-driven artistry. With a deep love for materiality, texture, and form, Cooper blends traditional ceramic techniques with contemporary aesthetics to create pieces that are both functional and expressive.

Growing up along the California coast, Cooper developed an early appreciation for natural beauty, seasonal rhythms, and the subtle interplay between environment and craft. This intimate connection to place informs every piece that comes out of the OutFront studio — from sculptural home objects to bespoke collections that bridge art and everyday living.

As founder and lead designer, Cooper champions intentional creation. Each work reflects hours of hands-on experimentation, thoughtful refinement, and a desire to make objects that resonate with real life — pieces meant to be used, cherished, and passed down.

Through collaborations with local makers, interior designers, and community partners, Cooper continues to push the boundaries of what ceramics can be — grounded in tradition, elevated by imagination, and shaped by the Pacific light that defines Malibu.

Whether commissioned for private projects or featured in curated collections, OutFront Ceramics represents Cooper’s commitment to craft, community, and creating beauty that endures.