Helen Burke (Z”L) created this Torah Ark as part of her work with the campers at URJ Camp Swig and Camp Newman. Known as the “Little Ambassador” this ark would ride on the back of trucks all over camp wherever they needed a Torah. It also went to URJ events to show people a glimpse of the bigger Torah Ark…
Would you like to see Judaism more accessible to a wider audience? By supporting “Art for Prayer and Peace: A Bridge to Oneness” that is what you’ll help accomplish. The project continues to grow and evolve. Your next donation will support the creation of these Torah Finials. They will be sterling silver and 23K gold leaf. A fully functional copper and gold…
Part of my preparation for High Holy Days is making the contributions to each of the charities connected with my artwork. I make these contributions twice per year. Thanks to your purchases, I was able to give almost $250 to 7 different charities. You can visit the Community Section of my website to learn more about many of the projects…
The “High Holy Days” or– the “Days of Awe” refer to Rosh Hashanah, the beginning of the Jewish New Year, and Yom Kippur, the day of Atonement ten days after. How do you prepare for the Days of Awe? What do the High Holy Days mean to you? Whether you are jewish or not, you can use these days for…
Many of you have asked “What can I do?” There are many calls to action and many ways to engage. NOW IS THE TIME TO FIGHT! The list below includes only a few examples. The posts start with time sensitive material. Some of the dates have passed, but I have kept them on as documentation. The bottom has more general…
The act of being called upon to read from the Torah in front of a congregation is called an aliyah: an ascent or instance of rising. When one receives the honor of being called upon to read from the Torah, the Rabbi, Cantor or spiritual leader uses this art to hold the place of the next reading. For years I…
Shavuot, the time of the year that Jewish people celebrate receiving the Torah, is a perfect time to give you an update on the installation I’m currently creating, Art for Prayer and Peace: A Bridge to Oneness. You may remember, about a year ago, we had our first Oneness Project Exhibit and Program. The event was a dream come true…
The Consulate General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest selected two special pieces of my artwork— the Justice Tzedakah Box in Bronze Plate and the Justice and Protection Mezuzah to honor two pillars from the Bay Area Jewish community for their support of the State of Israel. The celebration held on April 24, 2108 in honor of Israel’s 70th Anniversary…
Every year before the Passover Seder, my Holocaust survivor grandmother would say, “Once we were slaves. Now we are free. Every day I live is a victory over Nazi brutality.” As a child this holiday meant so much to me. Today, we continue to honor her and all those who are not free not just by celebrating Passover, but by…
The Temple Isaiah (Lafayette, CA) Commemorative “Infinity Shin” Mezuzah was created in honor of the retirement of Rabbi Judy Shanks. Rabbi Shanks is a wise and kind person, who has supported my efforts in creating more beauty, peace and understanding in the world. I am grateful to her and wanted to help honor her in her retirement. This collaborative piece…
I am very excited to tell you about a FREE online interview series that I am participating in, Extraordinary Jewish Woman: How to Live a Purpose-Filled Passionate Life Rooted in Jewish Values. I am joined with 20 other women who are participating in this inspiring and impactful series. You can hear my interview March 12th – 16th, 2018. In this…
Whether you are a beginner or experienced metalsmith this project is spiritual, fun and fulfilling! We offer workshops for kids, teens, and adults. This workshop takes place in our San Francisco metal arts studio in the Oceanview District. To sign up, check availability or for questions, call Aimee at 415-533-2433 or email [email protected] Brandeis Kids Workshop on March 13, 2018…