The above images show
the three stages in
the development of my
computer-aided designs:
after the design is
given form with the
use of 3D modeling
software, a rendering
of the model is acquired,
and finally imagery is
applied to convey the
conceptual idea of the
artwork.  

Images

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Welcome!

Mary-Lou Montagna  Artist / Educator

• M.F.A. Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM (May 2008: anticipated conferral of degree)              Tyler School of Art, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
• Graduate Thesis: Body Ornament: Computer Aided Design / Rapid Prototyping 
  • Rhinoceros Software
  • Flamingo Software
  • Zprint / ZEdit Software
• Graduate Research Project: update online tutorial for Rhinoceros v. 4 software
• 20+ years teaching experience: Advanced placement and college level experience:
  • AP Drawing portfolio
  • AP 2D Design Portfolio
  • AP 3D Design Portfolio
  • Adjunct professor at Bridgewater State College, MA, Metal Design
• Metalsmith: Designer on one-of-a-kind designs
  • Lost-wax casting using precious and semi-precious gemstones
  • Hollowware
  • enamelwork
• Professional Membership:
  • Society of North American Goldsmiths
  • American Crafts Council
  • The Enamelist Society
  • Plymouth Guild, Massachusetts
  • Massachusetts Art Educators Association
  • New England Art Educators Association
  • National Art Educators Association