Visions of the Inner Eye

"Visions of the Inner Eye" is about looking deep within the self and finding your inner GPS, your guiding light.  This mystical painting for me was about seeking truth and tuning into my soul’s purpose here on earth.  The inner eye in this painting is connected to the kabbalistic sfira of da’at.  This is the point of intuitive knowledge. When we connect to that point, we are essentially receiving the infinite light (Or Ein Sof) from above.  Sometimes we are in a state of confusion and hear so many voices inside. We often get lost and exhausted by figuring out where we stand. When we actively connect to the infinite light, we begin to listen to that quiet inner voice that’s often buried beneath all the noise and chaos.  This painting is a statement that the answers always lie within.  Having this painting hanging on your wall will remind you to always seek the truth and connect to the inner knowledge of G-d. The story: I painted the original in 2012 in Chicago. I decided to attend a five-day visionary workshop called “Painting with Light,” with renowned visionary artist, Amanda Sage. This workshop was the beginning of an exciting new phase for me as a painter. As I painted this self-portrait, I learned how to paint with a new technique, building up layers of white and color to create depth. This was a very meaningful workshop for me and I continue to apply these techniques today.