Jack Rogers Hopkins (28 December 1920 – 30 March 2006) was an American designer–craftsman, known for his work in sculpture and woodworking.
[3] Born in Modesto, California, Jack Roger Hopkins spent time as a child in his father's woodshop, Sierra Furniture Mfg.
Co.,[4] and according to design historian Daniella Ohad, he gained early notice in a local newspaper at the age of 12 for tin can sculptures.
[4][6] He went on to work at San Diego State University in the Art Department until retirement in 1991, and was an active member of the local furniture design scene.
[9] Hopkins's work largely focused on the use of more natural and free-form shapes in furniture,[10] such as his inclusion of naturalistic swirls.