Raff, Marcia

Marcia Raff is a professional American sculptor who specializes in monumental public art and site-specific installations, with works ranging in size from 8 inches to over 16 feet.

Artistic Style and Themes
Raff’s work is primarily conceptual and often inspired by literature, philosophy, and science.
Labyrinths: She is well known for her Finger Labyrinth series—tactile sculptures meant to be traced with the finger for meditation—available in various materials for walls or tabletops.
Mathematical/Scientific Influence: Her "Feynman's Fancy" series was inspired by the work of physicist Richard Feynman.
Geometric Series: Key series include the Portal Series, Serendipity Series, and Dreidel Labyrinths.

Public Collections and Exhibitions
Raff has exhibited her work globally, and her sculptures are held in notable public and private collections:
Royal Academy of Arts: She had four sculptures accepted into three Summer Exhibitions in London (1989, 1991, 1992).
University of Florida: Several of her monumental works, such as Columns 1, 2 & 3 and Feynman's Fancy, are on permanent display on the university campus.
International Presence: Her work has been exhibited in locations including Rome, Italy; Paris, France; and Malaga, Spain.

Publications and Awards
Author: In 2021, she published the book LABYRINTHS: Walk and Color a Finger Labyrinth©.
Awards: She received awards from the National Arts Club in New York City in 2002 and 2003 for her works Infinity and I Ching: Turning Point.
She is a professional member of the International Sculpture Center and maintains her studio in Austin, Texas.