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Background
Anika Smulovitz’ artistic work draws on the rich history of the field of Art Jewelry & Metalsmithing. Her work confronts the concepts of beauty, power, and cultural values, while bringing insight to the discourse between material culture and contemporary society. Smulovitz’ research is focused on the body, loss of innocence, social activism, and ritual. Smulovitz hold a US Design Patent for her Lip Liners.
Anika Smulovitz is an artist, metalsmith, and Professor of Art at Boise State University. Smulovitz’ work is exhibited nationally and internationally, and appears in numerous publications. Her work is also included in the permanent collection of The Jewish Museum, New York, NY. In 2018, Smulovitz received the prestigious honor of become an Idaho Arts Commission Fellow and being juried in as an Artisan Member of the Society of American Silversmiths. Smulovitz served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Society of North American Goldsmiths and was the Board Liaison for the Editorial Advisory Committee for Metalsmith magazine for three years (2009-2012). She received her MFA (2003) and MA (2001) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and her BFA from the University of Oregon (1997).
Community
@Anika.Smulovitz
Check out my artwork and process on Instagram. This is my primary social media account.
Boise State University - Art Jewelry & Metalsmithing
Boise State University's Art Jewelry & Metalsmithing Program. I have been a professor at BSU since 2003. This program is my passion.
Idaho Commission on the Arts
The Idaho Commission on the Arts is the official state agency for the support and development of the arts in Idaho. The Commission promotes artistic excellence, education in the arts, access to the arts for all, and community investment in the arts. Its professional staff administers and develops the programs and services of the agency, assists grant applicants, and provides technical assistance.
Alexa Rose Foundation
The Foundation was created in honor of longtime Boise, Idaho resident, teacher, and artist Alexa Rose Howell (1947-2013). The Foundation’s primary goal is to support the work of individual artists in the community.
Society of North American Goldsmiths
The Society of North American Goldsmiths supports and advances the professional practice of artists, designers, jewelers and metalsmiths. Through education, innovation, and leadership, SNAG provides access to a vibrant and passionate community.
Art Jewelry Forum
Art Jewelry Forum (AJF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization established in 1997 to advocate for the field of contemporary art jewelry.
Society of American Silversmiths
juried Artisan Member
Seattle Metals Guild
The Seattle Metals Guild is dedicated to promoting educational and networking opportunities for metals artists at all career levels and skillsets through lectures, workshops, social gatherings, and other enrichment opportunities, in order to strengthen our creative community.
Enamelist Society
The Enamelist Society, Inc. is a volunteer arts organization founded in 1987 for the purpose of promoting the art of enameling.
Northwest Designer Craftartists
Northwest Designer Craftartists (NWDC) was founded in 1954 to promote excellence of design and craftsmanship and to stimulate public appreciation and interest in fine craft. Artists in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Alaska, who work professionally in clay, wood, glass, metal, fiber, and/or mixed media, are members.
American Guild of Judaic Art
Their mission is to celebrate the rich diversity and sacred beauty of Judaic art around the world, and to establish a community for those who are inspired to fulfill the commandment of Hiddur Mitzvah by creating, collecting and exhibiting Jewish art and objects.
Ethical Metalsmiths
Connecting People with Responsibly Sourced Materials
CERF+ The Artist Safety Net
We envision a future where working artists thrive and have a safety net of resources and support to protect and sustain their livelihood, studio and art.
Penland School of Crafts
Penland School of Craft is a national craft education center dedicated to the creative life. Located in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Penland offers total-immersion workshops in sixteen beautifully-equipped studios along with artist residencies, a gallery and visitors center, and community programs.
Haystack Mountain School of Crafts
Haystack connects people through craft. Located on the coast of Maine, Haystack provides the freedom to engage with materials and develop new ideas in a supportive and inclusive community.
R. Grey Gallery
Handcrafted American Art & Custom Jewelry Design. Supporter of the BSU Art Metals program.
Hoover & Strong
All Harmony recycled precious metals at Hoover & Strong including gold, platinum, palladium and silver are 100% recycled. To verify and confirm our use of 100% recycled metals, we are audited every year by SCS Global Services, a globally-recognized independent third-party certifier and sustainability expert.
Otto Frei
Jewelry Supplier
Rio Grande
Jewelry Supplier
Thompson Enamels
Enamel Supplier
Bullseye Glass
Glass Frit Supplier
Boise State Alumni Websites:
Adam Atkinson
Cami Ruh Clemo
Danielle Corson
Ellen Crosby
Erin Cunningham
Ashley K. Fisher
Carly Fullmer
Maria Galvan-Lopez
Commitment to the Environment
Smulovitz uses Harmony Recycled silver and gold from Hoover & Strong, Fairmined Gems, thrift store finds, and antiques/inherited items in her artwork. She is committed to utilizing ethically sourced materials that minimize her impact on the environment.