In s3e67 of Platemark, host Ann Shafer talks with Amy Namowitz Worthen, a distinguished engraver and curator, chronicles her lifelong journey in printmaking. Influenced early by her artist mother, she pursued art education at Smith College and the University of Iowa, honing her artistic skills under Leonard Baskin and Mauricio Lasansky. Worthen's career is marked by multi-faceted contributions to printmaking, including prestigious curatorial positions at Des Moines Art Center, along with helping to establish its Print Club. Her work bridges historical and contemporary practices, with publications and collaborations spanning across the globe, notably in Venice. Personal experiences, including significant tragedies, deeply influenced her art, shaping unique series and projects. Worthen's legacy is celebrated through her continued involvement in the art community and her influential prints, which are showcased and valued internationally.
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Link to Hayter film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUIM9ZiMqzw
