When it comes to art, there are some masterpieces and some projects which leave a lot to be desired. In either case, the artist was generally inspired by something outside oneself. In the case of
Kabbalah Inspired Paintings, it is the information provided in this very mystical and spiritual ideology. While some consider Kabbalah a religion, in actuality it is an ideology tied to Jewish mysticism and exists outside the Jewish religious order.
Marc Chagall worked in a variety of mediums and left quite a legacy for the world to enjoy upon his passing. Mostly known for his dramatic stained glass window paintings, cubism and expressionism, Chagall also worked in other areas. Whereas, Friedman host a website which includes a number of different paintings and prints inspired by the ancient mysteries and wisdom of the Kabbalah.
To better understand Chagall and other artists working in this genre, one must first understand what it is that inspires this type work. The term Kabbalah refers to the ancient mystical teachings which create a harmonious wholeness within each individual whom studies and imparts the ideology into every day life. Often mistaken as a religious path, Kabbalah is not a religion but rather an ideology which can help promote peace, love and everlasting wellness within an individual.
These themes often include the Cosmos, Cosmology, the Universe, the 42 letters found in the names for God, Eternity, Sacred Geometry, fractals and the Tree of Life. The teachings also use natural resources with regards to symbolism which often include mountains, streams, rivers and oceans. While this is the case, these themes are often also used in the modern art genre which has no basis or inspiration from the Kabbalah.
For those interested in perusing these inspirational pieces, a number can be found the Pinterest website. While some are only available for viewing, there are also a number of prints for sale by different artists and markets. While stained glass paintings tend to outnumber other works, Chagall worked in a variety of mediums.
When desiring to view the work of Chagall in person, one of the best places to do so is at the Franklin Bowles and Franklin Weinstein galleries and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art also known as SFMOMA in San Francisco's Union Square. Some of the most dramatic paintings by Chagall can be found at these locations. In fact, when one of the galleries features a Chagall in the window, most passers by are drawn inside by the beautiful color and light which exudes from the painting.
For those interested in checking out newer art inspired by the Kabbalah, the website Kosmic-Kabbalah dot com features more recent art by David Friedman. While similar to Chagall, the artist takes a more modern approach and works mainly with canvas and print. While this is the case, it is still some of the most modern spiritual art in galleries and on the market at this time.
Whether seeking to acquire a painting by Chagall, a stained glass window or peruse the more modern paintings of Friedman, most works are breathtaking. In addition, viewers tend to lose sight of oneself while viewing these works which can help to clear the mind and allow for a more accurate interpretation of the work.