Introducing an exciting new book by Jim Cohen, Modern Judaica: Today’s Makers Today’s Sacred Objects, for anyone with an interest in Judaica and sacred objects. I am honored and grateful to say that the Torah Finials that I created for the Women’s Torah Project grace the cover.
This book presents some of the most outstanding examples of contemporary Judaica—sacred Jewish objects—that have been created over the last 30+ years. Fifty-three makers have told their stories in their own words, giving incredible insights into why they make Judaica and what it means in their lives and in their journeys as artists. The featured works include Seder plates, ketubah (Jewish marriage documents), kiddush cups, hand-lettered Torahs, and even a Tefillin Barbie. Stretch your perception of Judaica and gain insights into the next generation of makers and how Judaica responds to significant social issues affecting Jews and the world population as a whole. More than 250 color photographs illustrate the makers’ works, and Jewish artists from the United States, Israel, Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom are featured.
We will be conducting a virtual panel discussion with several of the bay area artists included in this book on February 8th, 2023 with the Jewish Community Library in San Francisco. Check my discover page for more information. You can register for the event here. The book is currently scheduled to be released on February 14th. Pre-Order the book here.
Thank you so much Jim Cohen for honoring my work in this book!
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