Artist statement

Sara Wietzman Artist Statement

I was born and raised in Jerusalem, where I still live and create. I thrived in the old neighborhoods of this ancient city. Already in my youth I absorbed the atmosphere of the ancient stones and pathways of this holy city.
I loved to go to my grandmother finding on the way old houses and courtyards with broken stones. I photographed charming hidden corners, especially those filled with wildflowers .
I loved to tour the Holy land, always noticing the magnificent views and vistas. Today, blended with wellsprings of emotion, these remain the source of my inspiration.

Topics

Judaica

This is a vital element in my creations. These include the Kotel, fruits of Israel, still life.

Jerusalem

abstract Jerusalem, spiritual Jerusalem, Jerusalem arches, Jerusalem doors Jerusalem gateways , all constructed from Jerusalem stone. Depth and dimension are keenly felt in each canvas.

realictic

Abstract, Realist, Semi-realist.

Cities of Israel

Safed, Aco, Rosh Hapina, among others.

Art history

I hope my work will be enjoyed by all art lovers, hanging in hotels and museums, as well as private collections, throughout the world.

My Style:
My style has been Realistic, but few years ago, I began to incorporate semi-realist and abstract style.

Abstract and semi-realistic style are a more contemporary expression of the spiritual Jerusalem.

For example:

“Jerusalem Illuminated”- hanging in the offices of the Mayor of Jerusalem.
“Houses of colors”
“Jerusalem, a light to the nations”.

My Vision:

To give people a creational challenge—to find their emotional roots, to give their imagination a creational direction.

My Technique:
Oil on canvas, including three-dimensional details.
Gold leaf, Bronze leaf
Detailed layering with diverse usage of multiple brushes as well as artistic Painters knifes, providing challenges to perceive deeper than the obvious.

Exhibitions:
I have shown my artwork in many exhibitions in Jerusalem, central Israel, and London.

(details in biography)

My paintings can be found in galleries, as well as virtual galleries and in public venues of important selling houses in Israel.

My Future Plans:

I hope to continue to show my work in Israel and abroad.