Welcome to Boxworkstudio!

“It is the function of art to renew our perception. What we are familiar with we cease to see…” Anais Nin

Artist’s statement:

I have been exploring “Found Art” since 2007. Of all the various forms of artistic expression I have attempted throughout my life, I find this to be the most freeing and satisfying.

I have always felt the need to tell a story in my creative process. The objects themselves indicate to me what the narrative will be.

It is so exciting to take disparate objects like a child’s toy, a scrap of wood, or an old piece of jewelry, and experience that “ah-ha” moment when they transform into a vital element in a story of morality, beauty, spirituality, and more.

I may give the observer hints as to the stories that lie within through the titles of my work, but am happiest when people make their own connections for themselves. There is no “right or wrong” way to interpret these pieces.

I hope you will become engaged in the little worlds I have set before you. Have fun!!!

-Angela Petruncio

Thursday, December 1, 2011

My work at Paul's Homewood Cafe on West Street Annapolis

Paul's Homewood Cafe
For three months starting Friday, December 2, 2011, my work will hang on the walls of the popular restaurant, Paul's Homewood Cafe on West street in Annapolis, Maryland. The work of painter Sheila DeLaquil and photographer Carol Donahue will also be on view at the same time. Come on over to Paul's for some delightful dining and great art!!  To learn more, click on Paul's Homewood Cafe www.paulscafe-annapolis.com 

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Seminar on Joseph Cornell at The Smithsonian, Saturday November 19, 2011

For those interested in all things Cornell, there will be an all day seminar entitled:   Joseph Cornell and Your Museum of Ephemera , culminating in a box making workshop in the afternoon at the S. Dillon Ripley Center at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C.
1100 Jefferson Drive, SWMetro: Smithsonian Mall Exit (Blue/Orange) 
Check out the details at:  http://residentassociates.org/ticketing/tickets/reserve.aspx?utm_source=SI-Trumba-Calendar&utm_medium=SIWeb&utm_campaign=2012FY-Trumba-calend&tmssource=185606&performanceNumber=223240
 Many thanks to my friend Leo for drawing my attention to this event!

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Twenty Five pieces on display in West Annapolis

My work is currently on display at One Petticoat Lane, an upscale consignment shop in West Annapolis through the end of November. The opening reception is this Friday, November 4th from 5 to 8 PM.One Petticoat Lane Special Event

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

A few new pieces for 2011

The Stars Basked In Her Loveliness

Visage

Man of Means

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Artist's Reception Sunday Sept 25th 2011 at MFA

The Fall Juried Member Show at the Maryland Federation of Art will hold the artists reception Sunday September 25th from 3 to 5 PM at the Circle Gallery at 18 State Circle in Annapolis.
My piece, "1836" is in the show. This was inspired by the house number where I lived growing up in Albuquerque.

Monday, July 18, 2011

Call for Entries!! --- Eye of The Beholder: The Art of The Found Object

Follow this link  http://www.mdfedart.com/pages/online_entry.php#

 to enter this show online or simply go to the link for the Maryland Federation of Art  to the left of this page.    This show is a nationally open juried show.  I am proud to be the Chairperson for this exhibit. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.  Entry deadline is August 24, 2011. The show will run from October 30th through Novmber 26th 2011.

3 pieces in Brockport, NY exhibit July 1 - 31 2011

"Another Man's Treasure" will be on display through the end of July at A Different Path Gallery in Brockport NY.  The exhibit emphasizes the recycling aspect of the art in the show.
http://www.differentpathgallery.com/gallery.html    This is a beautiful gallery in the quaint downtown area of Brockport.  Katherine Weston is the gallery owner/artist. She is to be applauded for her efforts to promote the work of emerging artists.

Circle of Life, Ice and Fire: How Will the World End? and Inner Workings of The Universe are in the show.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Spring Member Juried Show at MFA Artist's Reception Sunday May 1, 2010

These three pieces will be on exhibit during the Spring Show at Maryland Federation of Art. They received Honorable Mention for The Body of Work.  The Show runs from April 22nd through May 15th at The Circle Gallery on State Circle in Annapolis.  Hope to see you at the reception Sunday May 1st from 3 to 5 PM!

Monday, January 24, 2011

Melange Show at Maryland Federation of Art Feb 16 thru Mar 13

This will mark the fourth year in a row that I have participated in the Artist's Melange show at the Maryland Federation of Art. I will display my work in the first half of the show, Melange I, from February 16th to 27th at the Circle Gallery on State Street in Annapolis. The reception will be from 3 to 5 PM on Feb 20th. Hope to see you there!
Twilight Zone (detail)

Evening at The Alhambra

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Three pieces in MFA Winter Juried Show On Exhibit thru 23 Jan 2011

 The Inner Workings of The Universe                 Honorable Mention Award




                                                                      
                                                                            
 Fire and Ice:  How Will The World End?




Bead Box I: An Entertainment




These three pieces are on exhibit now at the Circle Gallery, State St, Annapolis, MD