About Barbara Nagel

In the last few years I have reassessed my approach to sculpture, abandoning stone and bronze for the lightness and spontaneity of fiber clay. Currently I am investigating visual literacy as a new global language. My current show uses the pillow form as a departure point for conversations with the viewer on dream states.  In much of our world, the pillow as a common object does not require definition.   It is my intention to provoke, humor and inspire the viewer by manipulating a common form charged with personal associations. My Architectural training largely influences my design choices, but the essence of my work can be found within the underlying conversation in each sculpture.
 
EDUCATION:

  • University of California at Los Angeles: Bachelor of Arts
  • Southern California Institute of Architecture: Bachelor of Architecture
  •  Southern California Institute of Architecture: Master of Architecture 

SHOWS:

  • Myers Gallery Solo Show, Fall 2014
  • Florida International University Medical School, 
Art Initiative, Summer 2013
  • Long Beach Museum of Art, 2007
  • Port of San Diego Sculpture Show, 2006
  • Studio Gallery, solo artist, Irvine 2001
  • Bistango, Irvine, 2001
  • Sheraton Grande, La Jolla, 1999
  • Laguna Festival of the Arts,
  • Juried Show, Laguna Beach, 1998
  • Sculpture Spaces, Fountain Valley, 1997
  • Sheraton Hotel, Newport Beach, 1996