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:
Art Exhibition: Adam Ashton – Week 2
Monday, 9th September @ 9:00 am to Friday, 13th September @ 9:00 am
Adam Ashton is a portrait artist, actor and teacher based in North West London. Having graduated from drama school in 2014 and gaining numerous television credits he decided to pursue his passion for painting too.
Adam uses all mediums but mainly specialises in oil, charcoal and pencil. Adam’s overall aim is to create realistic art conveying a different story or mood, with his main intention being when the viewer observes his work they will always find something new.
In between painting portrait commissions he regularly holds art workshop masterclasses in portrait painting, tutors at his studio as well as teaches film and television classes at the Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts. Being creative from a young age and possessing a passion for the arts, he believes that everyone if able should follow their dreams and never give up.
Adam’s paintings will be exhibited ...
Art Exhibition: Adam Ashton – Week 3
Monday, 16th September @ 9:00 am to Friday, 20th September @ 9:00 am
Adam Ashton is a portrait artist, actor and teacher based in North West London. Having graduated from drama school in 2014 and gaining numerous television credits he decided to pursue his passion for painting too.
Adam uses all mediums but mainly specialises in oil, charcoal and pencil. Adam’s overall aim is to create realistic art conveying a different story or mood, with his main intention being when the viewer observes his work they will always find something new.
In between painting portrait commissions he regularly holds art workshop masterclasses in portrait painting, tutors at his studio as well as teaches film and television classes at the Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts. Being creative from a young age and possessing a passion for the arts, he believes that everyone if able should follow their dreams and never give up.
Adam’s paintings will be exhibited ...
Art Exhibition: Adam Ashton – Week 4
Monday, 23rd September @ 9:00 am to Friday, 27th September @ 9:00 am
Adam Ashton is a portrait artist, actor and teacher based in North West London. Having graduated from drama school in 2014 and gaining numerous television credits he decided to pursue his passion for painting too.
Adam uses all mediums but mainly specialises in oil, charcoal and pencil. Adam’s overall aim is to create realistic art conveying a different story or mood, with his main intention being when the viewer observes his work they will always find something new.
In between painting portrait commissions he regularly holds art workshop masterclasses in portrait painting, tutors at his studio as well as teaches film and television classes at the Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts. Being creative from a young age and possessing a passion for the arts, he believes that everyone if able should follow their dreams and never give up.
Adam’s paintings will be exhibited ...
