The activities of my parents had a great influence over my development as a textile artist.  My father sold and repaired sewing machines in Israel and my mother sewed and knitted all our clothes.  As a very small child, I closely watched my mother as she worked with yarn, fabric and paper and my father as he created beautiful small figurines from spare parts. These early experiences infused me with a love and appreciation for textiles, colors, and beautiful handmade one of a kind art. While still a youngster, I moved with my family to the U.S. where I continued to study ART. I graduated from California State University Northridge with a degree in weaving and sculpture.  At the same time, I obtained a degree in Judaic studies from the University of Judaism.    These two passions, my love of art and my heritage, are incorporated in my work.

After painting with watercolors for a while, I discovered SILK ART and fell completely in love. Painting on silk is very much like painting on watercolor paper, except that you can wear what you create, and you can feel the sensual fabric against your skin. I now paint on silk almost exclusively. The brilliance of the dyes and the surfaces of the shimmering silk fabric captivate me. I continue to discover different ways to paint and enhance the fabrics. I hand paint on only the finest silks. The majority of the dyes I use are steam set to preserve their brilliance. My inspiration comes from Nature and the beauty all around us. My wearable one-of-a-kind art pieces include Chinese blouses, long and short vests, kimonos, scarves, capes and ties. I have also painted Judaic items, such as custom talit (see below), hallah covers and matzo covers.  In recent years, non-wearable items such as wall art, Chinese screens and wall hangings, have been added to my repertoire.  I have been painting on silk for quite a few years and my work has been seen in many art shows, exhibits and fashionable boutiques. Presently my pieces have appeared in Belle Armoire Art To Wear magazine.

Silk Painting Classes
Visit my workshops page and learn about the various methods I teach. Find a workshop near you and sign up!

Affiliations
I’m a member of:
Surface Art Association, SAA www.surfaceartassociation.org
Silk Painters International, SPIN  www.silkpainters.org
Wearable Art Connection, WAC  www.wearableartconnection.org
Surface Design, SDA  www.surfacedesign.org
Art Center Studio Channel Islands  www.studiochannelislands.org
Studio Art Quilt Association www.SAQA.com
Santa Barbara Fiber Arts Guild www.sbfiberarts.org
Southern California Council of Quilt Guild www.sccqg.org

Exhibitions and Art Shows
Contemporary Craft Market in Santa Monica
Harvest Festival, Long Beach and Ventura
Jazz Festival Channel Island Cal. State University
Montrose Art Festival
Wisteria Festival Sierra Madres
New West Symphony Orchestra Design House
ASID Kitchen & Interiors Tour of Pasadena
American Art Festivals in Santa Monica

TALIT
I have been painting TALIT, a Jewish prayer shawl, for several years. This garment is custom designed according to the wishes of each individual. I have painted talit with flowers, birds, butterflies, Judaic symbols, scenes of Jerusalem and abstract designs. I've also incorporated heirloom fabrics into the corners and the reverse side of the shawl as well. This has enabled the person to preserve some treasured pieces of fabric while linking themselves to past generations in a significant way. Creating a TALIT is the most meaningful experience for me, because I'm able to connect with people on a very personal level and can express my love and knowledge of Judaism.