Artist’s Statement: I remember the real Jewish shtetls of Russia. This is my Zaidy and Bubby near the little shtetl where I was born. Where are you now, my little shtetl . . . ? Only in my dreams and my paintings . . .
ב"ה
My Bubby and Zaidy
December 10, 2013
Chaim Leib (Leon) Zernitsky has created fine art and illustrations for international magazines, book publishers and major corporations for over 25 years. He has published over 30 books for children and young adults and won numerous awards. Chaim Leib feels that creating Jewish art is an important part of being a Jewish artist, and his paintings can be found in private collections worldwide.
© Copyright, all rights reserved. If you enjoyed this article, we encourage you to distribute it further, provided that you comply with Chabad.org's copyright policy.
Creative works exploring life and Judaism composed by a spectrum of Jewish artists.
"The primary talent of an artist is his ability to step away from the externalities of the thing and, disregarding its outer form, gaze into its innerness and perceive its essence, and to be able to convey this in his painting.This is how an artist can serve his Creator." — The Rebbe
"The primary talent of an artist is his ability to step away from the externalities of the thing and, disregarding its outer form, gaze into its innerness and perceive its essence, and to be able to convey this in his painting.This is how an artist can serve his Creator." — The Rebbe
About Chaim Leib Zernitsky
Chaim Leib (Leon) Zernitsky has created fine art and illustrations for international magazines, book publishers and major corporations for over 25 years. He has published over 30 books for children and young adults and won numerous awards. Chaim Leib feels that creating Jewish art is an important part of being a Jewish artist, and his paintings can be found in private collections worldwide.Recent Posts
- Chanukah Greeting Card
Sunday, December 22, 2019 - Public Menorah Lighting
Sunday, December 15, 2019 - Old Olive Tree in Jerusalem
Sunday, December 01, 2019 - Building the World of Redemption
Sunday, November 17, 2019 - The Beit Hamikdash - Ultimate Meeting Spot
Sunday, November 03, 2019 - Jewish Rock
Sunday, October 27, 2019 - Abstract Rendition: Creation of the World
Wednesday, October 23, 2019 - Rosh Hashanah Greeting Card
Sunday, September 29, 2019 - Sweet Fruit for a Sweet Year
Wednesday, September 25, 2019 - “Shofar Gadol” - The Great Shofar
Sunday, September 15, 2019 - Subscribe
Blog Archive
Related Topics
- Russian immigrants (16)
- Grandparents & Grandchildren (39)
- Art (219)