Angela Namowicz

ARTIST STATEMENT:

 I have a strong belief that art should physically engage the viewer by expanding beyond visual and conceptual contexts. I prefer to accomplish this relationship between art and body through my sculptures and jewelry. My work focuses on design possibilities which allow elements to be interchangeable or movable. With motion being the key component, my work promotes interaction with an observer, or simply its wearer. Found objects, in addition to traditional jewelry materials, are often incorporated into a piece making it more compelling and unique.

Some pieces provide arrangement or motion options, while others simply emphasize or alter the space surrounding them. Interaction, motion, and interchangeability continue to be the emphasis of my exploration. Rather than cautiously observing a work of art from afar, the audience should be stimulated and permitted to interact and explore through touch, in addition to sight. By focusing the design of my work to contain elements which have motion and offer changeability, I am able to further stimulate the importance of interaction between art and the body.

* NEW * PHOTO-ETCHED ARTWORK *    

Now introducing the opportunity for you to create a piece of art that is of your own design! All that is needed is your imagination! What you'll need is an image. It can be a business logo, a photograph, a drawing, or anything that is in 2D format. If I can convert it into an all black & white 2D image, I can etch it into COPPER or SILVER!

EXAMPLES BELOW: The first was a designed black & white graphic image of Disney's Space Mountain which was etched into copper for a pendant. The middle image is of a larger scale. This 4"x6" framed etching was originally a photograph which was then converted into a black & white graphic image and later etched in copper. The right image started as a camera drawing created for the design on matching silver friendship bracelets. More samples will be posted soon on the Jewelery Gallery page! 

Photo-etching, or chemical milling, is a process which includes specific acidic mixtures which will "eat away" at a particular metal (such as silver or copper) to create a design of choice. By using a resist material, this process can be controlled to create detailed imagry which is etched into the surface of the metal. Prices vary by material, size of the piece, and any additional materials and supplies required for the completion of the commissioned piece.

WORK FOR SALE / ART SHOWS:

Currently, I am only offering my work for sale through community art shows. I hope to eventually have a catalog of my jewelry work as well as a website which supports secure online purchasing. Commissioned work is always welcome! Simply go to my CONTACT page and send me a message. Thank you, AN

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS:

As of July 10, 2010 - There are no planned classes or workshops being taught by Angela. Please check back!

Angela Namowicz attended Tyler School of Art where she discovered her love of metal and chose to concentrate her BFA studies in both sculpture and jewelry.  Since graduation in 2007, she has been a sculptor’s apprentice and a freelance artist for established jewelers.  Now as an active member of Studio B, she wishes to expose others to metal as an art creating medium.  For more information on classes she may be teaching, check out: www.studiobbb.org

PAST EXHIBITIONS / SHOWS:

2010

20th Annual Women's Festival of Art - Gallery on High - Pottstown, PA

2009

1st Annual Members & Friends Showing: of Small Priced Works - Studio B - Boyertown, PA

Premiere Art Show & Sale - Good Shepherd Church - Boyertown, PA

Terra Firma: Eco-Art Show - Studio B - Boyertown, PA

Boyertown Area Annual Sidewalk Expo - Boyertown, PA

2008

19th Annual Women's Festival of Art - (proceeds benefit the Tri-County Area YWCA) - Community Room - Montgomery County Community College - Pottstown, PA

Coming Out of Hibernation - (held by BBB) - former "Bashful Barn" location - Boyertown, PA

2007

Annual Juried Student Show - Tyler School of Art

Senior Metals Exhibition 2007 - Penrose Gallery - Tyler School of Art

Seams and Surfaces Exhibition - Temple University - Philadelphia, PA

2006

C.A.T.S. Annual Craft Show - President's Hall - Tyler School of Art

Big Little Time, Senior Sculpture Exhibition - Tyler Gallery - Tyler School of Art

Annual Juried Student Show - Tyler Gallery & Penrose Lobby - Tyler School of Art

 2005

Annual Juried Student Show - Penrose Gallery - Tyler School of Art

Umbrellas - installation piece - Penrose Lobby - Tyler School of Art

2004

Annual Juried Foundations Student Show - Penrose Gallery & Tyler Hall - Tyler School of Art

EDUCATION:

August 2003 to May 2007

BFA - Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM & Sculpture - Magna Cum Laude

Tyler School of Art (Temple University) - Elkins Park, PA