The calla lily is not just a stunning flower; it holds a wealth of fascinating facts. From its elegant shape to its symbolism, let’s explore… Read More »The Shape and Symbolism of the Elegant Calla Lily
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Around 1313, brandy was first made in France. At the time, it was only used as medication and was referred to as the ‘water of… Read More »What’s Behind The Unique Shape of the Brandy Glass
What’s Behind The Unique Shape of the Brandy Glass
On Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, we sound the shofar as testament to Divine kingship over all creation. It’s kind of like blowing trumpets… Read More »Judaica in Art – The Design of the Rosh Hashanah Shofar
Judaica in Art – The Design of the Rosh Hashanah Shofar
Art movements often appear similar, blurring the lines between their distinct characteristics. In this exploration, we dissect these nuances. By understanding the subtleties, we appreciate… Read More »Exploring the Nuances of 5 Similar Types of Art Movements
Exploring the Nuances of 5 Similar Types of Art Movements
I’ve always loved to draw. When I got older, I took drawing classes and learned that I didn’t really know as much about drawing as… Read More »Every Artist Should Learn to Draw. Here’s Why.
Every Artist Should Learn to Draw. Here’s Why.
The design of the Chanukah menorah remains unchanged over the course of Jewish history. Eight places to put candles, oil, or even electric bulbs, all… Read More »Judaica in Art – the Design of the Menorah
Judaica in Art – the Design of the Menorah
One of the reasons I enjoy drawing and painting tefillin is because the form of tefillin is a cube, which is easily rendered on a… Read More »Judaica in Art – the shape of tefillin and its meaning
Judaica in Art – the shape of tefillin and its meaning
Jewish ritual hand washing cup, a simple concept with many different designs The Judaica object called Netilat Yadayim, the Jewish ritual hand washing cup, always… Read More »Judaica in Art – the Netilat Yadayim Hand Washing Cup
Judaica in Art – the Netilat Yadayim Hand Washing Cup
If eyes are the window to the soul, art is a reflection of the soul. It seems logical that an artist experiencing a difficult life… Read More »Art As a Reflection of The Soul – 3 Famous Painters
Art As a Reflection of The Soul – 3 Famous Painters
I’ll be participating in the Lavish Gallery art exhibition gala at the Jewish Community Center. Over ninety local artists will donate at least 50% of… Read More »Group Art Exhibition at JCC in Tenafly, NJ