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I am a visual artist who explores the connections between the Divine Feminine and the mystical wisdom of the Hebrew people. I work in multiple mediums, including painting, drawing, illustration, installation, and weaving. My recent paintings depict images of the female form against a background of layered acrylic paint, drawings, writing, and collaged materials. I draw female figures in charcoal on newsprint in order to capture my sense of awe of the human form. My drawings are simple reflections on the perfection and imperfection of the body as well as the layers of pain and heartbreak and of healing and joy contained in each of us. The radical act of honoring women’s bodies is part of my offering of empowerment to the world.
My series of illustrated cards, Hamsas For The Divine Feminine, is inspired by the Kohenet Hebrew Priestess Institute. I designed each card to be a pathway to different aspects of the divine. The images are archetypes of connection and creation. I also create altars and installations with a wide variety of materials including fabric, flowers, stones, sculptural objects, and candles. In some cases I include my drawings and paintings as part of the installation. These works function as places of ritual and connection where others can interact and collaborate. Another important aspect of my work is weaving. I mostly weave on a homemade loom using yarn as well as other fibers and natural materials sourced from around the Hudson Valley. I weave amulets and tapestries with themes such as peace, breaking free, and exploration. The weavings are created with blessings for transformation and peace. Weaving for me is a ritual practice for transformation, beauty, and insight. I am also a weaver between cultures, rooting in my own tradition and spinning bridges to share and connect with others. |
Photo: Jenny Loeb
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