New Art

Thanks to you, the real work begins!

Dear People, There has been a great shift in my work and in my life.  Here is what has been happening–  On November 15th, wIth less than 72 hours left on my Kickstarter Campaign I miraculouly received this email from the Dalai Lama’s assistant:                       At that point we still…

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Creating the Crown

Hello everyone, I’ve been so grateful to have the privilege to make this amazing piece of art– that will bring more understanding and compassion to the world!  This BLOG post is all about the process of making the art.  So expect lots of pictures.  Last I updated you, the paper mock ups fit on the Torah and I had ordered the…

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1000 Origami Cranes and Tikkun Olam

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…

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Shin Torah Crown – Progress is good!

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…

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A Day in the Studio – Handmade Silver and Gold Jewelry

Today was one of those lucky days when I remembered to sieze the moment.  The morning began unceremoniously — I was doing inventory and packing boxes to my upcoming show and speaking engagmement at the NewCAJE6 Conference: Re-inventing Jewish Education for the 21st Century— when I suddenly realized today is one of those days that I could have uninterupted time…

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Ramah Darom Mezuzah – ‘Receiving Light’

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…

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Menorahs: Beauty that Lasts Forever

The Beauty of These Menorahs Lasts Forever!   Are you looking for something truely special for your home and your life on Hanukkah now and forever? Do you value beauty and art? Will you feel great knowing that the purchase of a custom menorah from Aimee Golant will support locally made, high quality, contemporary Judaica Art and artists? Now is the…

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A year ago… WE DID IT! And Now….

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…

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