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Iris Wexler – Bringing the Bible to Life Through Art
Born and raised in Israel, I began my artistic journey through formal studies in drawing and painting and have devoted my life to creating and teaching art. For many years I painted a variety of subjects, but in 2005 my artistic path took a profound turn.
As I watched the evacuation of Gush Katif unfold on television, I found myself revisiting my own memories as a Nahal soldier who had helped establish one of the Jewish communities in the region. Witnessing the removal of communities that had flourished for decades led me to reflect deeply on the enduring connection between the Jewish people, the Land of Israel, and our shared heritage.
In search of meaning, I turned to the Bible. There I rediscovered stories that speak not only of ancient times, but of timeless human experiences—faith and doubt, leadership and responsibility, love and loss, courage and hope. These stories became the foundation of a long-term artistic project that continues to shape my work today.
Since then, I have created a large collection of original oil paintings inspired by Biblical narratives. Each painting offers a personal visual interpretation that connects ancient texts with contemporary life, revealing how the emotions and challenges of Biblical figures remain relevant in our modern world.
My work has been exhibited in Israel and abroad and is featured in lectures that explore the intersection of art, Biblical heritage, Jewish identity, and contemporary Israeli experience. Through painting, I seek to create a bridge between past and present, inviting viewers to engage with the Bible as a living source of inspiration, culture, and reflection.
Lectures and Presentations
In addition to my artistic work, I present illustrated lectures featuring my paintings and the stories behind them. These lectures combine art, history, personal narrative, and Biblical interpretation, offering audiences a unique cultural experience that encourages reflection and discussion.
The lectures are suitable for community centers, cultural organizations, Jewish communities, educational institutions, universities, libraries, senior groups, and private gatherings.
Discover Iris Wexler's lectures exploring the connection between Biblical stories, art, and contemporary life.
For me, painting is a way of life, it is a tool for personal expression, and receiving correct insights.
Aesthetics and beauty, color combinations, embarking on a challenging and personal journey with a depth of weight and flow from a flat white fabric.
In my youth I studied academic art combined with encouraging creative thinking and today I guide my students to creative thinking using the technique they choose that suits them.