Ron Art
Address: MaagalimRon Art - personally designed tours of the Judaica studio I'm Ronen Horev, an artisan who creates functional art, and a resident of the Ma'agalim settlement in the Northwestern Negev. The studio, located in my backyard, is where I create my varied and unique art pieces: Mezuzah holders, Hanukkah menorahs, Bride's prayer, Candlestick trays and Shabbat candlesticks, as well as various Judaica artifacts and custom-made items (by order). Activities offered by the studio: Group meetings with an artist - hosting tours and experience workshops for groups, organizations and social events. This is a rare opportunity to watch and experience the glassblowing process. A tour of the studio - a rare opportunity to watch the glassblower at work. Visiting groups will receive, among other things, an explanation of the origins of glass blowing, the uniqueness of the material, a tour of the studio and a description of the artifacts. For up to 20 people. Creative workshops for...
Goldsmithing Studio – Iftach Koenigsfeld
Address: Nir akivaStudio for traditional jewelry design in gold, silver, gems and diamonds. I have been engaged in goldsmithing for three decades. I display handmade pieces in gold, silver, gems and diamonds. We offer goldsmithing fundamental studies, advanced courses and one-off workshops suitable for novices, where one can experience goldsmithing and leave with your own handmade jewelry. You may also coordinate couples workshops to design your own wedding rings and similar items. One-time workshops cost NIS 300 per person plus the price of materials (gold, silver, gems). Workshop duration: 3 hours. Number of participants: 2-4 per workshop. The workshops and courses must be coordinated and booked in advance by phone....
The Hamra Studio – In Our Yard
Address: Nir Akiva, 55Hamra Studio A ceramics studio engaged in the construction of sinks, tiles, lighting fixtures, latticework windows and functional tableware. The studio offers a large display and sales gallery. Craft classes are also held in the studio. There are weekly morning/afternoon/evening sessions. It is possible to book one-time workshops, as well. We host employee unions, birthday parties, etc......
Habarzelia (Blacksmith)
Address: RuhamaMy name is Amnon Greenspan. I am a master blacksmith with over 20 years of experience in traditional and modern blacksmithing. "I like to capture moments from nature and breathe new life into them through metal and fire." Blacksmithing is one of the oldest functional art forms, going back to around 1500 BC. It is believed to have originated in the Middle East during the Iron Age. "Habarzelia" is located in Kibbutz Ruhama, in an authentic building with a unique history. Blacksmithing Workshops Families, couples or colleagues, birthday celebrations, or family/social events - have the chance to discover the magic of forging in iron through personal experience. The workshop introduces an ancient craft and a profession that has nearly disappeared. During the workshop, you will actively create an artistic or functional object you to keep as a souvenir. Suitable for men, women and children over the age of 14. The workshop is limited to a maximum of 10 participants. Those...
Gotik – Ceramics Gallery
Address: רעיםMy name is Michal Marom, owner of "Gotik" Studio in Kibbutz Re'im - featuring hand-made designed ceramics products and artifacts. It all started when I was in the third grade, skipping from one class to another. In 1986 I moved to Kibbutz Re'im in the Western Negev and studied at the Visual Arts College. The meeting point between the desert and my professional knowledge and love for art, design and aesthetics gave birth to tools and sculptures made from natural, crude materials, combined with earth-toned lacquers. I also produce sinks, statues, natural-looking, raw tableware, and more. The influences of the Western Negev landscapes, the anemones, the green spaces - are evident in my work, artistically and emotionally, as I combine mixed techniques. Visitors are welcome - by appointment only. The gallery offers a wide variety of artifacts, pottery work, sinks to order by measure, wood paintings and more....
The Art of Glass – Chana Segal
Address: MefalsimMy name is Hanna Segal. In recent years, I have mastered the art of glass, specifically glass fusing. Fusing is an art form that incorporates raw material on which the artwork is built and painted. Then, it is placed in a kiln on a special mold. Molten in the kiln, the colors and image merge with the glass and the final piece is obtained through this fusing process. A wide variety of tools and artworks can be created this way. The pieces include Judaica (Hamsa Talismans, Mezuzahs, etc.), jewelry and various utensils. Workshops capacity: up to 5-6 participants. Suitable for children from age 8. ...
Matti Orlov’s Art
Address: Kfar MaimonThe artist Matti Orlov opens his house and hearts. The artist offer coffee and light refreshments, conversation, a tour of the gallery and the stunning sculpture garden - come and visit! Matti Orlov, a well-known sculptor whose works have been exhibited in world-renowned galleries (in Israel and the United States, Berlin, and Hong Kong), will take you through a fascinating iron-cutting sculpture garden. The sculpture garden tells the story of Matti the artist - characters he met during his life, diverse works of art, some sad and some happy... * Visiting hours: By pre-booking Sunday - Thursday: 09:00 - 17:00 Fridays: 09:00 - 14:00 ...
Bereshit Tools – Experience with Fire
Address: תאשורBereshit Tools pottery uses an ancient Japanese technique of burning the pieces in an “Engema” wood burner. The burning lasts three days and reaches a heat of 1300 degrees. The burning in flames creates warm and vibrant colorfulness, which exposes the material’s natural richness. The visit includes: touring the studio, acquaintance with the “Engema” wood burner, an explanation about the creation process and a visit to the gallery....