Eugenie Keefer Bell facts for kids

Eugenie Keefer Bell, born on May 2, 1951, is a talented artist from America and Australia. She is also a professor who teaches about architecture. Eugenie is especially famous for creating amazing jewellery pieces.

About Eugenie Keefer Bell

Eugenie Keefer Bell studied art in San Diego, USA. In 1981, she moved to Australia. She spent five years teaching and working in Tasmania. After that, she moved to Perth.

Her Artistic Style

Eugenie's designs are very special. They often show her interest in architecture, which is about designing buildings. She also uses a "lyrical organic" style. This means her work includes smooth, natural shapes.

She is very good at making jewellery that is hollow inside. She also focuses on decorating the surface of her pieces. Many of her artworks seem to tell a story without using words.

Where to See Her Work

You can find examples of Eugenie Keefer Bell's work in many important museums. These include brooches and other jewellery. Her art is part of the collections at:

• The Museum of Fine Arts Houston
• The National Gallery of Australia
• The National Gallery of Victoria
• The Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences
• The Smithsonian American Art Museum

Awards and Exhibitions

In 2023, Eugenie Keefer Bell received a special award. She was given a Life Fellowship by the Australian Institute of Architects. This award recognized her important contributions to architecture and design.

Her work has also been shown in several exhibitions, where people can go to see her art. Some of these exhibitions include:

• 1996, Intervals, at Galerie Dusseldorf in Perth
• 2011, Elements: Metal, at Craft + Design Canberra
• 2015, discover, define, develop, deliver, also at Craft + Design Canberra