Hello Everybody, After the His Holiness Dalai Lama endorsed the artwork, I had the courage to send the proposal– Art for Prayer and Peace: A Bridge to Oneness to His Holiness Pope Francis. Today I received a letter on his behalf saying that, “He appreciates the devoted sentiments which prompted this throughtful presentation.” and “The Holy Father gives the assurance…
Hi Everybody, Work on the Oneness Project has been coming along splendidly. I have made a second cardboard mock-up of the Japanese Shin Torah Crown and tested it on 3 Torahs. It fits great! So, I was able to purchase the copper sheet and gold leaf. I’ll start the copper work soon– and will hopefully be posting some videos of…
Hello Everyone! I have great news to share about ‘Art for Prayer and Peace: A Bridge to Oneness’! We are now fiscally sponsored. What this means is any donations to the project are tax deductible! I will also be able to apply for grants and money from foundations to support the creation of this art project. Check out my fiscal…
Hello everyone, Wonderful news! I have two pieces in an upcoming interfaith art exhibition called “We Are the Bridge” at the Islamic Cultural Center of Northern California in Oakland CA, from May 3 – 30th. Here are the pieces I have in the show. Click each picture for more information about the work. Lotus Flower Shabbat Candle Holders …
Art for Prayer and Peace: A Bridge to Oneness is a three room art exhibit that is meant to inspire compassion among a diverse audience. I was continually inspired on a trip to Japan– and so the first room is dedicated to the ways that Judaism (with some Christianity) mesh with the spiritual teachings of Japan. One day, I was…
Hi Everybody, After an almost two month break, I got back to work on the Shin Torah Crown. It took a few days, and at some points two torches, but I managed to get those suckers soldered! This four part hollow form is one of the most technically challenging pieces I’ve ever made. I’ve loved every minute of it. Here’s…
This summer Jewish Family and Children’s Services provided me with an intern named Avidan Novogrodsky-Godt. He is a high school student at the Ruth Asawa School of the Arts– in the film department. Among other office and show related tasks, I asked him to film his experiences with me and to create a short film of his choosing as the…
I have had a wonderful time creating these mezuzot for Camp Ramah Darom. Please click here for more information about their mission and this design. For those of you wondering how this piece was created– here are some pictures of the process. Enjoy! Once…
A recent conversation with an old friend (since we were 11 years old) is inspiring me to write this post. This is a dear friend who was planning an event that was going to land on “Erev Rosh Hashanah” — which is the night before Rosh Hashanah (actually holiday officially begins at sundown.) One of the people invited to attend…
The holiday season presents a unique opportunity for the spirit of giving to take over. As an artist, I love being able to utilize the gift I have for creativity in metal art, Judaica and jewelry while giving back to the community. This year, I’ve decided to donate 10% of sales to either Congreagation Beth Israel Judea in SF, or…
Hello everybody! The Japanese – Shin Torah crowns are finished! I will send you a good photo after the photo shoot. There has been a lot of progress on this project. I have purchased a non-kosher torah (which was scribed in the 1880’s and is a bit worn in areas. It is here in my office). I have commissioned a…
Great News! As a thank you, and a celebration, I am creating an event at Spark Arts Gallery in the heart of the Castro District, San Francisco— on June 3-4th, 2017. This is the time in the calendar year when the Jewish people celebrate receiving the Torah (Shavuot), and it is also during Ramadan. All of the pieces that are…