If you walk down the street of any city in Israel, it's only a matter of time before you stumble upon an art gallery, a museum, or even street art. The country is chock-full of creatives who use their talents to make unique works of art, and many draw inspiration from their Jewish identity and the many motifs and symbols associated with Judaism and the Land of Israel. Whether you're looking for traditional Judaica or contemporary pop-art, you can liven up your home with a piece from the best artists in Israel today. Here is our guide to some of the amazing Israeli artists that we work with to bring you one-of-a-kind Judaica straight from Israel to your doorstep!

 

 Yair Emanuel

Yair Emanuel is one of Israel's many world-renowned artists based in Jerusalem.  Educated at the famous Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, he now creates some of the greatest pieces of Judaica art. If you didn't think Judaica could be art, take a look at his masterpieces and you'll be blown away! Emanuel usually uses wood or aluminum to create traditional pieces with a modern flair. Featuring bright colors and motifs inspired by the Land of Israel, chances are Yair Emanuel has already designed whatever you're looking for.

❤︎ We love this rainbow Kiddush fountain and this laser cut Jerusalem bowl.

 

 

 

 

 

Dorit Judaica

Famous for their stainless steel wall hangings, Dorit Judaica is the brainchild of Dorit Klein, an Israeli designer whose family has been in Israel for generations. All of Dorit Judaica's creations are designed in Dorit's backyard in Petah Tikva. Incorporating bold colors, pomegranates, Hamsas, and floral motifs, Dorit Judaica's collection of home décor and ritual items is extensive and has something for everyone!

❤︎ We love this stainless steel home blessing wall hanging and this acrylic pomegranate mezuzah.

 

 

 

 

 

Shoham Yemenite Art

Shoham Simchi, the Israeli craftsman behind Shoham Yemenite Art, is an eighth-generation artisan from a family of jewelers originating in Yemen. For more than 2,000 years, since the days of King Solomon, his ancestors lived and worked successfully in Yemen, creating jewels for Jewish brides, Princes and Sheiks. For the past 20 years, Simchi has been producing exquisite sterling silver works of Judaica in his Jerusalem-area workshop, blending together traditional and modern methods of craftsmanship.

❤︎ We love this handcrafted Klezmers filigree menorah and these intricate sterling silver Shabbat candlesticks.

 

 

 

 

 

Bier Judaica

Bier Judaica was founded in 1950 by Jizchak Bier, a graduate of Jerusalem's prestigious Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design, who saw a need to replenish the production of high quality silver Judaica that was lost during the Holocaust. Bier Judaica has become known for its elegant sterling silver Judaica, often featuring an elegant hammered finish or Psalms and other pieces of texts, that's as much a gorgeous work of art to display year-round.

❤︎ We love this Kiddush cup featuring a verse from Psalms and these hammered Shabbat candlesticks.

 

 

 

 

 

Jordana Klein

Israeli artist Jordana Klein describes her mission as painting the beauty of God's world. This artistic mission, which she has been pursuing for more than 30 years, manifests in her bold, vibrant, modern pieces that feature a variety of colors and traditional motifs. Each piece is a blend of abstract and realism, as well as objects and spirituality, woven together to create outstanding and unique pieces of Judaica, wall art or home décor that you will admire for years to come.

❤︎ We love this bold glass challah board and this colorful abstract home blessing cube.

 

 

 

 

 

Adi Sidler

Adi SidlerBright colors, minimalistic style and sleek lines precisely describe Israeli designer Adi Sidler's wonderful pieces.  Best known for his mezuzahs and car mezuzahs, Adi Sidler will also pleasantly surprise you with his large selection of dreidels, Hamsas, and tzedakah boxes. Many of Sidler's creations come in a wide variety of colors, making it easy to find something you'll love. Sidler's collection also features products designed for travelers, like Shabbat candlesticks and pocket menorahs, so you can celebrate in style no matter where you are.

❤︎ We love this pocket Hanukkah menorah and these Stair Design mezuzahs.

 

 

 

 

 

Agayof

AgayofFor more than 40 years, Agayof has been the go-to for sleek Judaica made in Jerusalem. A family business, Agayof is constantly staying on top of trends and producing new and fresh products.  Today, the design workshop is headed by Avner Agayof and is constantly brainstorming contemporary takes on traditional Judaica, putting a great deal of thought into everything from material and finish to color. Agayof's designs are sure to enhance your entire home!

❤︎ We love these Mini Ball candlesticks and this Triangle mezuzah case.

 

 

 

 

 

David Fisher

David Fisher is an internationally acclaimed Israeli graphic designer who combines the beauty of modern laser cutting technology with a passion for Jewish tradition to produce a profoundly unique expression of Jewish blessings, prayers, symbols, and decorative motifs. Whether you are on the hunt for a Ketubah, a specific prayer or blessing, a Hamsa, a reminder of Jerusalem, or just a delicate, breathtaking piece of Jewish art, David Fisher has it.

❤︎ We love this "My Soul Loves" papercut wall hanging and this Tree of Life round papercut art.

 

 

 

 

 

David Gerstein

One of Israel's most famous modern art designers, David Gerstein has created hundreds of brightly colored sculptures in his signature style.  Aside from featuring Israeli and Jewish themes, his pieces also often depict the simplicity of daily life, from someone riding a bike to a cat staring out the window at the moon.  His works have been given by Israel's Foreign Ministry to heads of state around the world.

❤︎ We love this Face to Face sculpture and this Peace Upon Israel Hamsa sculpture.

 

 

 

 

 

Modern Shtetl

Modern Shtetl is your go-to for bold, current designs that really pop.  Products include clever shirts, homeware, bags, mugs and more.  Just about every product shows sharp, interesting graphics, with items ranging from comedic to heartwarming to proudly defiant.  The enormous collection is made for the 21st century Jew, and everyone will find something to take home from Modern Shtetl.

❤︎ We love this Israel 75 Year Shirt and this humorous mug.

 

 

 

 

 

Laura Cowan

Laura CowanLaura Cowan's artistic adventure began in London and was later brought over to Israel, allowing her to be inspired by Judaism and the Holy Land personally. Her pieces often have a sleek, futuristic, space-like look to them. Space has always been an inspiration to Cowan, to the point where her Apollo mezuzah actually made it into space with NASA!  Cowan's gifts are perfect for the lovers of space, minimalism, and modernity.

❤︎ We love this Apollo mezuzah and this Building Bridges Hanukkah Menorah.

 

 

 

 

 

Ofek Wertman

Based in Tel Aviv, Ofek Wertman takes after Andy Worhol's pop art and recreates famous images of prominent Israeli leaders. Bold colors and clear lines are used alongside a variety of mediums to bring history to life. His pieces integrate graphic design with industrial motifs and use various printing techniques on diverse materials, such as wood, metal, cloth, and leather. Wertman's pieces are sure to stand out in your home or as a gift to be treasured for years to come.

❤︎ We love this wooden Western Wall clock and this handmade mezuzah case decorated with dogs.

 

 

 

 

 

Shraga Landesman

Shraga LandesmanHaifa-based Israeli artist Shraga Landesman says his artistic ingenuity comes mostly from the Tanakh and the ancient cultures that lived in and around the Land of Israel. Landesman captures this ancient world through his own unique creations, inspired by excavated objects that these cultures left behind.  Using an assortment of materials and mediums, Landesman's Judaica is the perfect way to bring a thoughtful piece of the Land of Israel into your shabbat and holiday celebrations.

❤︎ We love this round challah board and this nickel and wood Havdalah set. 

 

 

 

 

 

Yael Elkayam

Based in the Old City of Jerusalem, Yael Elkayam is renowned for her creative take on traditional Jewish prayers and blessings, such as Eshet Chayil (Woman of Valor), the Song of Songs, prayers for sons and daughters, and more. Elkayam's use of gold and aquarelle paints, natural pressed flowers and coruscating crystals allows these ancient texts to take on new, inspired meanings. Her creations will make perfect gifts for any milestone!

❤︎ We love this framed Eshet Chayil (Woman of Valor) psalm and this flowery blessing for the home.