Anna Nazaretz Radjou is an award-winning designer, illustrator, and artist in Arlington, VA. Anna attended Maryland Institute College of Art, where she graduated with honors with a BFA in Illustration. She is Branding Director for the Arlington Artists Alliance, where she served as gallery director and is also an active member. Anna is an Artist Pro Tem at the Torpedo Factory Art Center, a member of the Torpedo Factory Artists Association, and is a studio artist at Workhouse Arts Center. She is also Creative Director for her award-winning marketing and design agency, J.A. Creative. Anna’s artworks are in many national and international personal collections.

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Artist Statement

My fiber mixed media artworks are whimsical and unique, featuring stylized characters and contemplative scenes. By combining hand-stitched embroidery with painting and  block printing on fabric, I work to create fine art pieces that have a contemporary eye-catching twist. I also incorporate elements inspired by Scandinavian and Slavic folk patterns, symbols, and icons, while also pulling inspiration from my illustration and graphic design background.

I was raised in Northern Virginia, and have lived abroad (Munich, Germany, and London, England). Throughout my childhood, I was introduced to many different cultures through travel, folk festivals, and museums. With these experiences, I developed a fondness for observing others, often paying close attention to how people reacted to everyday moments, which I now depict in my art.

The process of creating my artwork is nearly as important as the initial concept or the completed piece. Working in a layered and detailed technique allows me to deeply explore and reflect on the concepts within my piece. I depict both introspective and outwardly-observational scenes that cover concepts of mental health, identity, emotions, or social mores. By striving to create bright, approachable art, I hope to invite viewers to move in closer to my pieces and to reflect on the subject matter while observing the details of the artwork.

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Gallery & Membership Affiliations

Studio Artist #510B (Building 5), Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton VA

Artist Pro Tem at the Torpedo Factory Art Center; Alexandria VA

Member, Arlington Artists Alliance; Arlington VA

Member, Torpedo Factory Artists Association; Alexandria VA