Jewish Artists Salon Exhibition
by Rebecca Honig Friedman
Siona Benjamin, "Esther" |
Yona Verwer, "Temple Talismans: Stanton Shul I" |
Here's info about an exciting Jewish art exhibition opening this weekend in New York (full disclosure, I am friends with, or married to, or acquainted with several of the artists, but that in no way detracts from the beauty and power of their art work. It may even add to it.)
[ADDENDUM: This exhibition was curated by Joel Silverstein and Richard McBee.]
In the book of Genesis God creates man using the word Tzelem, meaning likeness. And yet the Hebrew word Tzelem does not imply a visual correspondence. Rather it denotes intelligence, and is bound up with concepts of morality, language and a unique spiritual paradigm.
In reflection of this paradox, the Jewish Art Salon presents their premier exhibition, with art by Salon members demonstrating a bold vision of contemporary Jewish Art and creativity.
The exhibition is at the Stanton Street Synagogue, a 96-year-old NYC historic landmark setting, and runs through May 27th, 2009, with panel discussions every Sunday.
Work by member-artists of the Salon will be represented in a broad variety of styles and subject matter relating to culture, religion and philosophy.
Participating artists: Ita Aber, Siona Benjamin, Suzanne Benton, John Bradford, Shoshannah Brombacher, Raphael Eisenberg, Merav Ezer, David Friedman, Tobi Kahn, Rachel Kanter, Tine Kindermann, Robert Kirschbaum, Diana Kurz, Richard McBee, Jill Nathanson, Mark Podwal, Archie Rand, Deborah Rosenthal, Susan Schwalb, Janet Shafner, Adi Shniderman, Joel Silverstein, Adele Shtern, Mierle Ukeles, Yona Verwer, David Wander, Menachem Wecker, Laurie Wohl, Elliot Wolfson.
The Jewish Art Salon is an open and unique inter-disciplinary group of artists. We are dedicated to the preservation of an open forum where all opinions and viewpoints are listened to and respected. Together, we are working to create a Jewish art community where work and issues are discussed and information and resources are shared. Visit us at www.JewishArtSalon.com.