What’s happening:

The 23rd edition of the annual ‘Israeli Art’ exhibit is slated to take place, showcasing around 600 works by various Israeli artists while emphasizing mental health awareness and therapy for communities impacted by recent traumatic events in Israel, including the October 7 attack and the ongoing Gaza conflict.

Why it matters:

The exhibit provides a platform for both established and emerging Israeli artists to aid mental health efforts, with the dual purpose of supporting the arts and addressing the pressing need for mental support amid ongoing conflict.

The backdrop:

Presented by Bank Hapoalim, the exhibition is channelling proceeds from art sales to Enosh, the Israeli Mental Health Association, which assists individuals with mental disabilities and their families. This collaboration directly bolsters the organization’s essential services.

Details:

Participants include noteworthy creators like Sigalit Landau, Yonatan Ullman, and Miriam Cabessa. Most of the showcased artists, indeed, will be donating a significant portion (75%) of the revenue towards mental health treating the traumas of October 7 and those stemming from the Gaza battles.

The exhibit:

Spanning diverse art styles and forms, works by amateurs will feature alongside those from artists residing in areas like the Western Negev settlements. Artists will retain only a quarter of the sale proceeds, showcasing their commitment to Enosh’s cause.

When and where:

Set to commence at Bank Hapoalim’s Management Headquarters in Tel Aviv, the exhibit opens to the public on February 3rd between 7-10 p.m. Additional viewing opportunities will continue on February 4-5 from 5-8 p.m.

This story was first published on jpost.com.