The Aesthetics of the new building began with the basics. A group was set up to deal with many aspects around the ‘look’ of the building.
A deliberate decision was made to create a neutral space where design and colour would follow to enhance the building. Contemporary designs with a Judaic theme are the objective for the long-term development of future permanent artworks.
These will include the Arks for the Torah Scrolls, reading desks, wall art, window dressing etc.
It was always suggested that we live with the building for a while to get a feel for our specific needs – especially in the reality of three communities and the flexibility of the building.
In the interim a group worked on the chairback book-holders that seem to have been very well received by all. Practical and decorative geometric designs beautifully fitted to the chairs to accommodate Prayer Books.
The stitcher ladies have just started a project to make four large colourful textile hangings. These are based on the tradition and Mitzvah to wear Tallit with the fringes and tassels as reminder.
In time commissions will follow for more permanent features.
On entering the building in the lobby, the signature Mosaic logo handmade in glass by local artist Harriet Pelham with the welcome “SHALOM” is apparent.
This has been mounted on to Jerusalem stone as our first commissioned work of art.
As you enter the main hall an ever changing digital projection of images can be seen.
We have now started to mount Art Exhibitions to promote artists and simultaneously decorate our walls. See below for details of any upcoming exhibitions or events.
More exciting Exhibitions will be programmed. ……. Watch this space!
Anyone interested to find out more about projects going forward please contact Joan Noble via the synagogue office
Upcoming events:
“Original Prints” by Judith Simmons – Week 6
Monday, 21st April @ 9:00 am to Tuesday, 29th April @ 12:00 pm
Judith has always been interested in art, working in the areas of painting, drawing and sculpting. In 1998 she started attending Printmaking classes at the University of Hertfordshire and now works from Bainbridge Print Studio in South London.
Her work has been shown in group exhibitions at Lauderdale House, Highgate and solo exhibitions at The Purcell School, at ‘Romeo Jones’ in Dulwich, at NPLS and at home as part of Harrow Open Studios.
Judith’s inspiration comes from a range of observed sources. She produces small edition, series of prints on subjects that obsess her eg. Shadows, Quotations and Animals. She utilises photographs and drawings, often combining images, choosing the medium that feels the most appropriate.
“Pop Goes the Easel” by Claudine Mann – Week 1
Wednesday, 7th May @ 9:00 am to Friday, 16th May @ 12:00 pm
Claudine Mann is a local Mixed Media Artist and has always had a passion for Art, creativity & culture.
She completed an Art Foundation Course at Middlesex University and went on to do a degree in Printed & Knitted Textiles at Glasgow School of Art.
She then pursued another career before reconnecting with her creative side and now regularly attends Life Drawing classes which she loves and has been creating new pieces of art for pleasure and commissions.
Claudine has a large variety of artworks which include Multi Media Canvasses, Monoprints and Life Drawings. She loves to create colourful pieces of art and uses embellishments, collage and glitter to make her work come to life.
Meet the Artist – Claudine Mann
Sunday, 11th May @ 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Claudine Mann is a local Mixed Media Artist and has always had a passion for Art, creativity & culture.
She completed an Art Foundation Course at Middlesex University and went on to do a degree in Printed & Knitted Textiles at Glasgow School of Art.
She then pursued another career before reconnecting with her creative side and now regularly attends Life Drawing classes which she loves and has been creating new pieces of art for pleasure and commissions.
Claudine has a large variety of artworks which include Multi Media Canvasses, Monoprints and Life Drawings. She loves to create colourful pieces of art and uses embellishments, collage and glitter to make her work come to life.
“Pop Goes the Easel” by Claudine Mann – Week 2
Monday, 19th May @ 9:00 am to Friday, 23rd May @ 12:00 pm
Claudine Mann is a local Mixed Media Artist and has always had a passion for Art, creativity & culture.
She completed an Art Foundation Course at Middlesex University and went on to do a degree in Printed & Knitted Textiles at Glasgow School of Art.
She then pursued another career before reconnecting with her creative side and now regularly attends Life Drawing classes which she loves and has been creating new pieces of art for pleasure and commissions.
Claudine has a large variety of artworks which include Multi Media Canvasses, Monoprints and Life Drawings. She loves to create colourful pieces of art and uses embellishments, collage and glitter to make her work come to life.
“Pop Goes the Easel” by Claudine Mann – Week 3
Monday, 26th May @ 9:00 am to Friday, 30th May @ 12:00 pm
Claudine Mann is a local Mixed Media Artist and has always had a passion for Art, creativity & culture.
She completed an Art Foundation Course at Middlesex University and went on to do a degree in Printed & Knitted Textiles at Glasgow School of Art.
She then pursued another career before reconnecting with her creative side and now regularly attends Life Drawing classes which she loves and has been creating new pieces of art for pleasure and commissions.
Claudine has a large variety of artworks which include Multi Media Canvasses, Monoprints and Life Drawings. She loves to create colourful pieces of art and uses embellishments, collage and glitter to make her work come to life.
