Temple Adas Israel hosts art shows that reflect both our traditional and contemporary Jewish culture in our Social Hall. Gallery curator is Ann Chwatsky annphotog@aol.com

current exhibit:

Michael J. Lichtenstein

ARTIST’S BIO:

I grew up in a traditional Jewish home in South Africa until we moved to Israel

when I was fourteen. After high school I served in the IDF and then went to

Brandeis University. My wife, Jodee, and I met in Israel while at Tel Sviv

University for a semester and all three of our daughters attended a Jewish day

school in Maryland. Being Jewish has been and continues to be an integral part of

my life. This Jewish art collection was inspired mainly by the events of October 7

and the continued hope for peace and harmony one day. The pieces reflect both

creation, beauty, peace and courage.

Website: michael j lichtenstein art

Email:  michaeljoshualichtenstein@gmail.com

ARTIST’S STATEMENT:

I paint mainly with acrylics on canvas. I enjoy the varied and bright colors

that allow for a new and unexpected result with each painting. Typically, each

painting is the result of several layers and combinations that blend and allow for

texture differentiation. The creation paintings were created by using the acrylic

pouring technique. The more recent October 7 paintings reflect an attempt to

honor the victims and hope for the future.