February 23, 2011
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens To Feature The Mosaics Of Acclaimed Israeli Artist Ilana Shafir, Beginning February 25
Beginning this Friday, February 25, Acclaimed Israeli artist Ilana Shafir’s mosaics will appear at nonprofit arts center Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens in a new exhibition, Of Heaven and Earth: The Artworks of Ilana Shafir.
The exhibition features lush mosaic and painting landscapes populated by plants, birds and other natural elements. Shafir’s delicate aesthetics immerse viewers in the beauty of the natural world and create an interesting dialogue with the Magic Gardens’ bold, whimsical works by host artist Isaiah Zagar.
The opening reception for the exhibition will be held February 25, from 6-9 p.m. Shafir, a dynamic speaker (despite her age — 86!) and life-long educator featured at conferences worldwide, will offer a lecture about her work on Friday, March 4, from 6-8 p.m.
Of Heaven and Earth: The Artworks of Ilana Shafir
Where: Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, 1022-24 South Street
When: February 25-May 1
Cost: Adults $5, Youth 6-12 years $2, Kids 5 and under FREE; Additional cost for guided tours
More info: www.phillymagicgardens.org
(3 responses)
February 23, 2011, 9:30 am
Paula says:
Ilana is amazing! If you can go, do!
February 23, 2011, 9:30 am
sara says:
I love her work!!! Just wondering if she’s giving any workshops while in Philadelphia?
February 23, 2011, 9:30 am
Ellen says:
She is giving 2 workshops in Highland Park, NJ. One workshop was already passed.The second workshop is Saturday, March 5, 9:00AM – 7:00PM thru Sunday, March 6, 9:00AM – 5:00PM.
Ilana is also giving a FREE public talk and short film screening THIS Friday (March 4) at PMG. Doors open at 6pm with the talk to begin around 6:30pm.
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