Because of Israel's widely diverse landscapes and multicultural nature, the artistic expression in this country is very diverse and exciting. There are three bacic trends that have shaped Israeli art over the years. The first trend is the influence that both the Bible and European culture have had on Israeli art forms. The artists used many European techniques to depict Biblical scenes or events. The next trend was that of creating a new "Hebrew art" that was unique and unifying to Israeli fine arts. The third and final trend has become important lately in the country and is the trend towards contemporary abstraction.
These trends have provided artists of today with a rich history and tradition to work from. Israel is most known for its bright desert and Mediterranean colors used in its artwork. Israeli painters and sculptors are internationally known in several types of abstract work. Israel has developed a great art culture in the last hundred years.
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Theo Tobiasse: He was born in Israel in 1927 and soon had to flee with his family to Paris, France to flee German persecution. He started his artistic career as a graphic designer, but he now has focused his efforts specifically on painting. He has held exhibitions all over the world.
Naftali Golomb: He has participated in many exhibitions in Israel and abroad for his work. He lives and does his work in Israel. He has also published four books about the subject of art.
Nomi Wind: She was born in Tel Aviv, and she says that her art evolved as a result of the 1967 War in Israel. She creates fiber sculptures mostly using materials produced in the desert such as Beduin sheep's wool. She has created both scultures and actually artistic clothing using her authentic fibers.
Info from Inter Art Israel
Litterature: Israeli authors and poets recieve much inspiration from their country, its heritage, and its history. Much of the litterature plays off Biblical or Jewish images very important to the Israeli author.
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Movies: Israel has several studios and movie companies that produce well done films such as the latest movie, Saint Clara. In the movie Clara is given special powers and performs great heroic deeds. She is promoted to sainthood, but she is held back by her first love.
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