The Kalaniyot Project Comes to Austin as a Symbol of Beauty and Remembrance in Dark Times
Yaffa Solomon provides David Reifler with 40 ceramic flowers to donate to Shalom Austin for The Kalaniyot Project. Courtesy: David Reifler
By Rebecca Golden
In the wake of recent tragic events in Israel, an inspiring initiative has surfaced. The Kalaniyot Project, a collection of illustrations created by thousands of designers and artists from across the world, has become a beacon of solidarity and a touching way to honor those who have lost their lives in the war.
The Kalaniyot Project was created to serve as a meaningful form of remembrance. Israel’s national flower now not only symbolizes the fragility and beauty of life, but also pays homage to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Through these unique artistic tributes, the project transforms into a living memorial, ensuring that the stories of those lost are forever ingrained in the world’s collective memory.
A member of the Austin community, David Reifler, recently traveled to Israel and met Israeli artist Yaffa Solomon, who created her own artistic iteration of the Kalaniyot in the form of ceramic flowers. Solomon provided Reifler with 40 ceramic flowers to donate to Shalom Austin, which will be installed in the Dell Jewish Community Center’s courtyard next to the Jennifer & David Kaufman Family Living Room. The installation will be available indefinitely, and anyone is encouraged to visit, pay respects, and honor those who were lost.
By turning the delicate anemone flower into a symbol of strength and unity, the project stands as a testament to the resilience of the Israeli and Jewish spirit in the face of adversity. Through the Kalanyiot Project, people discover not just art but a profound expression of hope, healing, and a collective commitment to honoring the memory of those lost.
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