The Mezuzah– most Jewish people have only considered this tradition for people within the Jewish faith. Some only affix them to their doorposts because it is a commandment. I believe a new interpretation is now appropriate for this amazing spiritual item. If we widen our scope, and invite spiritual friends to join us in understanding and using this…
The Meaning of Sha-dai: Protector of the Body/Connector to the Heart In my journey as a Jewish artist-turned-teacher, I have met thousands of people of all walks of life. Through my artwork, I share Judaism with humanity. In this 26-year process, I have meditated and thought about Sha-dai–a particular name of G-d–because my artistic inspiration and output have been constantly…
Spiritual People of the World: whether you are Jewish or not, adopt these teachings from Judaism into your lives and the world will heal. Bear in mind that you can use these teachings, you DO NOT have to denounce your own religion or convert to benefit from these. You may use Judaism as a MODEL– take the teaching and…
Good News! A revered leader in the Orthodox Jewish Community, Rabbi Yitzchak Ginsburgh, agrees with my approach of sharing Judaism with humanity. “According to Rabbi Ginsburgh, the world is now ready for the fourth revolution, which will be to more fully introduce Torah study for non-Jews.” This will add credibility and integrity to my work over the last 20+ years, and…
A New Direction: Chabad, The Seven Laws of Noah and Sharing Judaism with Non-Jews I began conversations with Orthodox Rabbi and director of Congregation Chevra Thilim, Shlomo Zarchi and his wife Chani, and Chabad Director in Berkeley, Rabbi Yehuda Ferris and his wife Miriam about sharing Jewish teachings with non-Jews. I am committed to following the path of this…
About 6 months ago I was inspired by a series of dreams to make these Priestly Blessing Bracelets. Click here to read about the inspiration. After lots of hard work, they are finally ready to order. You can purchase the Priestly Blessing Bracelets online now. They are fully customizable, meaning, you can special order what type of metal you would…
On March 9, 2019, I was taken by a vivid dream. A client wanted the Priestly Blessing inscribed and concealed inside a plain silver cuff for his daughter. When I awoke, “A Sabbath Prayer” from Fiddler on the Roof was ringing in my ears. I couldn’t fall back asleep. I am descended from the “Kohainim” and could administer the…
Use Coupon Code: ‘ivoted’ now through Tuesday, November 6, 2018 and I will donate 18% of gross online sales to the terror victims of Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh Shop Tree of Life Now more than ever, your help is needed for: “Art for Prayer and Peace: A Bridge to Oneness“! This work brings Judaism to a wider audience. Your next…
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…
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…