Collection: Shana OSTROWIECKI

Shana Ostrowiecki is a ceramic and textile artist living and working in Long Beach. Born in California, she graduated from the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at ASU. Her art and Judaica are the culmination of extensive experimentation across an array of techniques and artistic directions.

Her current body of work features ornate ritual objects, created with the mindful intention of beautifying Jewish observances and traditions. Each piece is envisioned as a sculpture, thoughtfully interweaving fine art and functionality, designed to aesthetically enhance your home and elevate your rituals.

My work as an abstract artist is rooted in the exploration of form, texture, and materiality. As a sculptor, I work primarily with ceramics and fiber, utilizing experimental processes that incorporate play and intuition. I believe the materials themselves can guide the work, leading to unexpected outcomes that challenge both myself and the viewer.

My sculptures often evoke organic forms and textures, drawing inspiration from anatomy, nature, and cycles of transformation. Through my process, I seek to explore the tension between strength and softness, held in material and body alike.

I am drawn to the unpredictable and the spontaneous, allowing for a sense of improvisation and discovery in my work. By embracing the unexpected and following the lead of the materials, I aim to create pieces that are both visceral and contemplative—inviting the viewer to engage with their own sense of perception, embodiment, and interpretation.