About the artist
Moshe Yair
Moshe Yair was born in 1959 in the old city of Safed, seventh generation of his family. His art is inspired by Biblical texts, which come alive in the lanes of the Old City. The texts and watercolor paintings oover a wide range of Jewish themes. Among his works can be found such texts as the Songs of Solomon, also known as Shir HaShirim. Still others portray the grieving in Lamentations, the sorrow of Ecclesiastes, the suffering of the Jewish people in Egypt as depicted in the Passover Hagadah, the hardships experienced in the desert wamderings of the Jewish people, etc. Moshe also creates a series of 3-D and oil paintings, which are inspired by the lanes and passages of Safed. In all of his works the holy ambiance of Safed emanates.
Featured Works by Moshe
Shir HaShirim/Song of Songs
Shir HaShirim/Song of Songs
Shir HaShirim/Song of Songs
The book of Song of Songs is written in micro calligraphy throughout the walls and background of this beautiful piece that is then enhanced by the beautiful handpainted watercolor. Each pieces is unique as Moshe paints each piece in a different watercolor palette
Five Books of Moses
Shir HaShirim/Song of Songs
Shir HaShirim/Song of Songs
The entire Torah, all Five Books of Moses in micro calligraphy on the walls and hills of Jerusalem. As with all of Moshe's pieces, the serigraph is then personalized with his amazing watercolor technique. No two art pieces are ever the same. When you buy a Moshe Yair piece you are getting a one of a kind piece of art.
Tehillim/Psalms
Shir HaShirim/Song of Songs
Tehillim/Psalms
It's as if we get to read the personal diary of the most famous king of Israel, King David. The entire book of Psalms in micro calligraphy once again acts as the backdrop for the vibrant enhancement though the addition of watercolor that has made Moshe Yair one of the most famous artists in this genre.