At Olam Arts, we collaborate with Jewish organizations to offer enriching arts-based programs that connect young adults to Jewish culture, history, and tradition. Our programs blend the depth of Jewish knowledge with the transformative power of creativity, making Jewish identity come alive for participants. Through hands-on workshops and guided discussions, we empower organizations to foster engagement, build community, and inspire individual creativity.

Photos from Still Life with Shabbat Candles: A Journey Through Light and Art, collaboration with One Table

Creative Workshops for Adults

We offer fully customizable workshops designed to resonate with adults. Each program weaves together Jewish history, cultural insights, and artistic exploration, culminating in a creative project that participants take home as a personal expression of their learning.

Program Design

• We collaborate with your organization to plan and tailor the program theme and format to meet your goals.

• We provide detailed guidance on materials and setup, ensuring your team is equipped to support the event.

• Our experienced educators facilitate the program, offering professional instruction and fostering a welcoming, engaging environment.

Our Signature Workshops

A Journey Through Light and Art: Still Life with Shabbat Candles

This workshop interweaves the themes of art and food to explore the symbolism of Shabbat candles. Beginning with a discussion of memories where light has taken on meaningful roles in participants' lives, the session incorporates Jewish texts and personal storytelling.

Creative Project: Participants engage in creating still-life art using fine art markers, watercolors, or colored pencils, inspired by the Shabbat candle lighting ritual of starting Shabbat with light. 

Uncovering the Past and Future: Narrative Challah Covers
Discover the history and story-telling power of a challah cover. Beginning with a discussion of the history and ethics behind the practice of covering the challah during the kiddush, participants will reflect on what story or history they want to depic on their challah covers to frame the of their shabbat meal. Together, we will consider the ways in which challah covers have brought meaning to meals in Jewish history and imagine new ways to connect modern values to ancient rituals.
Creative Project: Participants design and create a personalized challah cover using fabric markers and embroidery techniques. 

Under the Vine: Kiddush Cups through Time                                                           The kiddush cup elevates the mundane to the sacred. Discover how the form of the kiddush cup frames the declaration of the sanctity of Shabbat. By examining kiddush cups from across the world, participants will think about how different communities communicate the values of holiness and distinction. Together, we will discuss what values a modern kiddush cup should communicate and how to integrate those ideas into a material object.
Creative Project: To start, everyone receives the outline of a grapevine arched across the page.  Underneath the arch, participants will transform the values from our conversation into visual representations of how they would like to set their Shabbat intentions. 

All workshops encourage individual creativity and collective reflection, culminating in a gallery walk where completed artworks are shared and celebrated​.

Collaborating with Olam Arts

Community-Centered Programming
We help you engage your audience by creating experiences that connect young adults with their peers and foster a sense of belonging. Programs are designed with flexibility to accommodate different group sizes, formats, and goals.

Expert Facilitation
Our team of skilled artists and educators brings years of experience in leading engaging and impactful workshops. While we rely on partner organizations to manage logistics and procure materials, we guide you every step of the way to ensure success.

Customized Themes
From holiday-specific workshops to programs celebrating key aspects of Jewish heritage, we work with you to craft meaningful events that reflect your organization’s mission and audience.

Bring Olam Arts to Your Community

Partnering with Olam Arts is an opportunity to enhance your programming with innovative, creative workshops that leave a lasting impact. Together, we can inspire young adults to explore their Jewish identity, build connections, and celebrate their heritage through art.