About Myrna

Myrna Ehrlich was born in Israel, raised in France, and moved to the United States as a teenager. She studied mathematics and computer science, embarking on an engineering career that ranged from writing software for nuclear power plants to developing cell phone security systems. Later, she returned to school to obtain her Master's in Architecture.

 After an injury, Myrna reassessed her priorities and transitioned from a primarily technical career to exploring the arts. This shift led her to experiment with a wide array of mediums, including watercolors, ceramics, glass, oil, acrylics, wire art, papier-mâché, woodworking, and welding.

 Myrna's artistic journey is driven by her endless curiosity and desire to master new processes. She finds satisfaction in successfully completing seemingly impossible projects. Her need to acquire working knowledge of materials and techniques before deciding to add them to her toolbox or move on to something new has led to engaging projects such as a CD house made from over 16,000 CDs, an infinity mirror room, a funhouse installation, and a large loom for local fundraisers.

Myrna enjoys the freedom and peace she finds in the art process. She is driven by challenges, like when her son suggested she make her own sofas when she couldn't find what she wanted in stores. After many trials and errors, she completed the challenge and still enjoys her one-of-a-kind sofas. She can be highly focused and precise when designing and building furniture, sculptures, or solving problems. However, with projects like drawing and painting, Myrna allows her intuition to guide her work.

Currently, Myrna is rediscovering printmaking with a newfound passion, having acquired an etching press. She is also delving into encaustic monoprints using hot boxes she creates herself. Her journey continues to evolve as she explores and creates both functional and artistic pieces.