The is showcasing a giant mural commemorating Israeli Independence Day, displaying the collaborative work in its award winning gallery at the center lobby.
The 6-foot by 6-foot mural was created during last month’s .
The project was the brainchild of PJCC Youth and Family Director Stephanie Levin, who wanted to incorporate a painting activity during the Yom Ha’Atzmaut event.
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The mural was designed by Israeli artist Neta Levi, a Bay Area resident with two pieces on permanent display at the PJCC.
Levi sketched the outlines of the mural and dozens painted separate canvases under her direction during the event.
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“The mural was painted by the community and for the community on the day when our community was celebrating the birthday of the state of Israel,” Rabbi and PJCC Director of Jewish Life Lavey Derby said in a prepared statement.
“The mural represents scenes from Israel. In the upper left corner you’ll see a white dove and the word ‘shalom.’
“This represents Israel’s eternal hope for peace.”
The mural is on display at the PJCC Art Gallery alongside the current art exhibition on loan from Lehrhaus Judaica: “Zakheim: The Art of Prophetic Justice” featuring the work of Bernard Zakheim (1896 – 1985).
The gallery is open to the public with free admission during the center’s regular business hours.
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