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Giclee measures 18x24. Magic Hour refers to the fleeting moment, just after Sunset, when Day and Night are perfectly balanced in the Heavenly spheres. Nishima frequently uses Sun and Moon to evoke the beauty, power and dynamic harmony of a loving marriage. In other words: Magic. May your marriage be blessed with Love, Beauty and Magic. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. | | Giclee measures 18x24. Doves of Peace soar above a mystical Jerusalem. Here day and night exist in perfect balance as loving couples wander hand-in-hand along twin paths towards a star-lit ocean and a sun-drenched city, perched atop gentle hills. Crowning this paradise are two interlocked wedding rings and a scroll which reads, “I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine” (Song of Songs). Below, twin shofars proclaim the word “Chai” (life) while candles, wine and challah stand as symbols of the Jewish home. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. |
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Giclee measures 18x24. A kaleidoscope of shapes and movement inspired by the work of the mystical Jewish painter, Wassily Kandinsky. Contemporary and elegant, the circular and angular shapes represent the male and female energies present in each individual, which come together to form the wholeness and stability of marriage, represented by the yellow-orange oval. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. | | Giclee measures 21x21. Seventh in Nishima Kaplan's "Song of Songs" series, "Gold and Sapphire" is inspired by the Lover's description of her true love: "His cheeks are as a bed of spices, as banks of sweet herbs; his lips are as lilies, dropping with flowing myrrh. His hands are as gold set with beryl; his body is as polished ivory overlaid with sapphires"(chap. 5:13) This is more than just an image of physical beauty--it is a description of her Beloved's soul, of the way her heart feels in his presence, of the sensation on her skin when he touches her, of the private moments that they share, of the part of him that he reveals only to her... The process is intensely meditative for the artist who begins only with an idea. The hand-made papers from around the world are torn by hand as the composition develops, with sudden inspirations, "accidents" and the natural beauty of the paper being intrinsic elements of the finished piece. “Spontaneous, creative, mystical,” the words used to describe the process of creating this ketubah, also describe the people who love it. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. |
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Giclee measures 18x24. A glorious sun sets over the ocean. The sliver of a new moon soars in the heavens. All of heaven and earth is celebrating Dusk, the marriage of Day and Night, Sky and Earth, Air and Water. Dusk is the magic moment when the energies of the world are perfectly balanced in true harmony with each other. Like a new moon, your life together has just begun, and yet, like a sunset, it is already timeless. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. | | Giclee measures 18x24. For you who march to a different beat, this Pop-Art ketubah is bursting with energy, excitement and life! Movement, represented by the triangles, and stability, represented by the circles, creates a freeplay of form. The Hebrew translates to "I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine!" from The Song of Songs. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. |
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Giclee measures 21x21. Fiery bursts of gold and orange flames dance around a sprig of maple leaves, perfectly conjuring up images of a crisp fall day. Slanted rays of sunlight caress your face; the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot; sweet scents of cinnamon and burning cedar in the air; pumpkins and Indian corn; a long walk together at twilight; shared dreams and the simple joy of just Being. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. | | Giclee measures 18x24. This geometric image describes the ecstatic, swirling dance of the newly wedded couple as friends and family accompany them in celebration. Based on the work of the mystical Jewish painter, Wassily Kandinsky, this ketubah is inspired by the seventh wedding blessing recited under the chuppah, "May there be heard in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem, a sound of gladness, a sound of joy, the sound of the bridegroom and sound of the bride, the sound of rejoicing from bridegrooms at their weddings, and young people at their feasts of song." The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. |
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Giclee measures 18x24. Traditional Jewish symbols of blessing abound in this truly un-traditional work of art. The original piece from which this is printed was made with oil paint, sea glass, semi-precious gems, clay, paper, pastel, ink, gold paint and wood-burning on oak board. At the top, a pair of hands extend the Blessings of the High Priest over your marriage, flanked by two wood-burned Hamsas which are ancient Sephardic amulets known to draw positive energy, happiness, riches and health into your home. At the bottom, two beautifully stylized painted-clay hands partake in the ring ceremony, joining your lives together as one. Placed around the borders and texts are semiprecious gems and sea glass, chosen by Nishima for their beauty and healing colors. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. | | Giclee measures 21x21. Calling to mind a romantic duet, Love Song is inspired by the work of the Jewish mystical painter, Wassily Kandinsky. Set against a black and white background of "piano keys," the Hebrew and English texts dance among vibrant, musical forms representing the sweet soaring melody of a love song. A stunning centerpiece for your home, Love Song celebrates the ever changing, ever evolving "duet" of marriage. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. |
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Giclee measures 17x26. "Evening of roses / Let's go out to the grove, Myrrh, spices, and incense / Are a carpet to walk on." - ("Erev shel shoshanim," by Moshe Dor) A warm summer evening, heady with the scent of wine-red roses. Overhead, the midnight-blue sky glitters with stars. Candlelight reflects off your faces as you begin your first dance together. The tinkling of water in a nearby fountain merges with the gentle chords of your musicians' instruments. Your guests hold their breath, taking in the magical moment. All the months of preparation and worry are over. The rings have been exchanged, your vows spoken; your lives joined as one. Now it is your time. Nothing else exists on this Evening of Roses, but you and your Love. Fifth in Nishima Kaplan's "Song of Songs" series, "Evening of Roses" is a timeless celebration of that perfect night of stars and roses, candlelight and new beginnings. The process is intensely meditative for the artist who begins only with an idea. The hand-made papers from around the world are torn by hand as the composition develops, with sudden inspirations, "accidents" and the natural beauty of the paper being intrinsic elements of the finished piece. “Spontaneous, creative, mystical,” the words used to describe the process of creating this ketubah, also describe the people who love it. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. | | Giclee measures 18x24. "The winter is past, the rain is over and gone; the flowers appear on the earth; the time of singing is come, and the song of the dove is heard in our land; the fig-tree puts forth her green figs, and the vines in blossom give forth their fragrance. Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away"(chap. 2:13) A golden honeycomb of swirling forms and colors, "Arise, My Love" is the third in Nishima Kaplan's "Song of Songs" series. The artwork evokes the stir of life as the World wakes up from her winter slumber and robes herself in spring blossoms. As the world stirs, so does your weary heart. The voice of your Lover calls to you, "let go of the everyday and join with me in the adventure of love. There is a New World for us to explore, a world created for us alone." The process is intensely meditative for the artist who begins only with an idea. The hand-made papers from around the world are torn by hand as the composition develops, with sudden inspirations, "accidents" and the natural beauty of the paper being intrinsic elements of the finished piece. “Spontaneous, creative, mystical,” the words used to describe the process of creating this ketubah, also describe the people who love it. Price includes personalization |
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Giclee measures 21x21. "kiss me with the kisses of your mouth--for your love is better than wine"(chap. 1:2) First in Nishima Kaplan's "Song of Songs" series, "A Kiss Like Wine" evokes the moment under the wedding canopy, where you stand trembling before each other, waiting for the moment when your lives will be forever entwined by whispered words, a sip of sweet wine, a thin band of gold and a kiss like no other kiss before... The process is intensely meditative for the artist who begins only with an idea. The hand-made papers from around the world are torn by hand as the composition develops, with sudden inspirations, "accidents" and the natural beauty of the paper being intrinsic elements of the finished piece. “Spontaneous, creative, mystical,” the words used to describe the process of creating this ketubah, also describe the people who love it. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. | | Giclee measures 18x24. The branches of two family trees join and mingle forming a protective shelter of love with the promise of creating a loving home in which you respect and cherish each other. A stone archway, through which countless generations of Jews have passed, stands ancient and eternal. It is the pathway to a new life together. In the distance are the green hills and the blue skies of the promised land. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. |
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Giclee measures 18x24. A view outside offers a glimpse of a moon hanging low on the horizon as we anticipate the arrival of the magical aura of nighttime. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. | | Giclee measures 13.5x26. Your first Kiss is special, a treasure to be remembered. The Kiss under the Chuppah is sweet with the wine you have drunk and salty with your tears. The Kiss at your first dance is shy. Who is this stranger smiling at me? Who is this old soul I have known forever? The Kiss after you finally find yourselves alone is pure passion. But they are all one Kiss. Your souls, your hearts, your eyes, your thoughts, your bodies and your words have been embracing since the moment you met. The price of this ketubah includes personalizing. |
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Giclee measures 15x23. Your First Kiss is special, a treasure to be remembered. The Kiss under the Chuppah is sweet with the wine you have drunk and salty with your tears. The Kiss at your first dance is shy. Who is this stranger smiling at me? Who is this old soul I have known forever? The Kiss after you finally find yourselves alone is pure passion. But do not be mistaken. They are all one Kiss. Your souls, your hearts, your eyes, your thoughts, your bodies and your words have been kissing each other ever since the moment you met. The rest of you surrendered to the Endless Kiss a long time ago. When your lips come together, they are sealing the envelope of a beautiful love letter that you are constantly writing to each other. | | |
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