My works are of multidisciplinary orientation. This allows for more organic teaching methods and the bridging of a variety of different fields. Some of what I sew into my teaching philosophy includes history, fine art, performance art, science, biology, engineering, technology, psychology and business. My concentration in multiple forms of media include recording/editing my public performances, 3D stop motion animation, kinetic art, and documentation.
I am versed in a variety of sculptural processes including welding, foundry, 3D printing and software, electronics, mixed media, wood, hair, resins, and mold making. An installation is often my choice to best show the connectedness of my works. In doing so, it creates an environment for the viewers to feel a part of.
As an educator, I take extra care to show attention to all students. This communicates growth of a collaborative partnership within the classroom or studio while students learn the professional practice of sculpture.
Teaching experience includes Parsons School of Design, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Art All-State Program at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Dartmouth Public Schools
Art and Diversity
Images clockwise:
1. Magda performing at Clasky Park, New Bedford
2.Family, Hope, Unity, Peace and Equality Mural in New Bedford, MA
3.OP the Cyclops works with Jeff Ludy, the amazing actor who incorporates his dwarfism into an art form.
As a sculptural and performing artist I have found myself working with many diverse communities. I was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts and over time found my way back to my birthplace where crime and poverty has been overwhelmingly evident. In 2007 I volunteered to work on a mural project that directly speaks to the crime and poverty within New Bedford and how a diverse population can overcome with five main topics: Family, Hope, Unity, Peace and Equality. In 2014, a sperm whale skeleton puppet was performed by the New Bedford Puppetry Coalition for the Cape Verdean Recognition Parade to stimulate awareness of puppetry and history of the city. In 2015, Magda performed twice for the low-income housing community highlighting the importance of accessibility to the arts for everyone.
