Art

Jerusalem Biennale turns art into catalyst for post-October 7 healing

Alongside the exhibitions, the seven-week program will include gallery discussions, artist and curator talks, guided tours, workshops, performances, and special events.

THE BIENNALE'S central exhibition, "Or Chozer (Reflected Light)."
Ori Livne’s ethereal red-hued works draw on the past and allude to fading memory.

New art for a New Year: Jerusalem Artists House unveils a new set of exhibitions - review

Black and white photographs of the Adam and Eve Diptych painted by Lucas Cranach the Elder.

LA Jewish Federation sues museum to recover Nazi-looted paintings held by Hermann Göring

Pop artist Peter Max poses in his New York studio on June 18, 2012 with seven portraits he created of Sir Paul McCartney to commemorate McCartneys 70th birthday.

Peter Max, Jewish psychedelic pop artist and leader in 'flower power' movement, dies at 88


Infinite painting, boundless experience: How Leo Ray finds joy in an increasingly dark world

For over 30 years, up to the pandemic, he taught art at Art School, Ein Vered, and BASIS School of Sculpture, Beit Yanai, where he also headed the painting program from 2006 to 2014. 

Leo Ray in his south Tel Aviv studio.

Six Senses Shaharut offers Tu B’Av experience blending cuisine, art, and desert

The luxury resort in the Arava will host chefs Elazar Tamano and David Biton for a special Tu B’Av weekend featuring a chef dinner, sunset events, workshops, and stargazing.

Six Senses Shaharut.

After two difficult years: The festival bringing life back to the Western Galilee

The July Art festival in the Western Galilee celebrates its ninth year with dozens of artists, galleries, and small businesses inviting visitors to rediscover this beautiful, recovering region.

The Western Galilee.

Jonty Hurwitz brings mind-bending science, art, and optical illusions to Jerusalem

Jonty Hurwitz’s works are sculptures smaller than atoms and images created by cylindrical mirrors.

A microphoto taken by the South-African-born sculptor is a of a flesh-colored surface with a tiny elephant on it. When viewed though a microscope nearby shows it’s a human finger and a tiny pachyterm, which illustrates how tiny it is.

Israelis are still missing out on Modi'in

We thought Modi'in was just a city of malls along Route 443. After a few hours, however, we discovered a destination boasting original tourism initiatives, surprising nature spots, and excellent food

A city where more than half of the area is dedicated to open spaces. A bench in Modi'in.

You have another reason to head north: The best pizza we ate

After several difficult months, the Western Galilee is trying to return to the travel map with a celebration of art, agriculture, tourism, and culinary delights during the month of July.

Dor Pintel at Laga'at Basade

'The Baroness Rothschild': A moving tribute to jazz and friendship - review

The Baroness Rothschild blends history, jazz, and powerful performances into a moving theatrical experience.

 Neta Plotkin takes on the role of baroness.

Tom Wesselmann's American pop art takes center stage at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art

The first major Israeli exhibition of Tom Wesselmann explores how iconic pop art is viewed through today’s social and political lens.

‘Still Life #33,’ 1963, paint and printed reproductions  on canvas.

United in art: Jerusalem's Manofim Festival returns with art, music, and performance

The 18th edition of the Manofim arts festival maintains its inclusive take on local life.

The Manofim program includes a plethora of live entertainment.

Jerusalem highlights: July 10-16

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

Victory of the Rising Sun (see Friday).