Journeying Through Judaism Artistically 

"Israeli Art" 
Part of what makes the art scene in Israel so unique is that the country blends so many varying influences from all over the Jewish world.

 by My Jewish Learning Staff

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"The Story of Hanukkah" by Ori Sherman 

From: https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/israeli-art/

  • Is there a distinct definition of Judaic art, and if so what does this art entail?
Defining a category of art in terms of Jewish culture, ethnicity, religion, and language, reflects an expression of merging cultural fusion within the Jewish community and the Diaspora (the movement and integration of Jewish people around the world). 

  • What defines Israeli style? Is it Biblical or modern?
  • Is there really a difference between ancient and modern art in Judaica?
  •  "Israeli Artist Draws Amazing Make Up Art On Her Own Eyelids" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cj92B4oqiS8


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Conclusion: taking a side? 

Israeli art has matured to express the range of opinions and emotions circling in Israeli life; therefore, there is no one style, ideology or medium that defines an Israeli artist today.


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