Illustrated Texts vs. Captioned Illustrations: The Balance Between Words and Pictures in Modern Jewish Editions of Biblical Texts
About the Event
Bible illustrations are not new, but perhaps have been underappreciated, understood merely as auxiliaries to a text. Today, appreciation for those illustrations has advanced with more understanding of their historical importance, and the future of Bible illustrations looks bright as advances in information technology have radically changed how these might develop. In this special Lunch & Learn, part of Museum of the Bible’s Bible Craftsmanship Series, Dr. David Zvi Kalman will look at some exciting recent developments in the genre's evolution and talk about what the future holds.
Save the date for the third annual Bible Craftsmanship Conference happening in Washington, DC, on May 4, 2024, where we will discuss all things art, imagery, and design in Bibles!
Nov 8, 2023 - Nov 8, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
New Discoveries Lab
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Speakers
David Zvi Kalman
David Zvi Kalman is a scholar and entrepreneur working at the intersection of art, technology, and religion. He is the owner of Print-O-Craft Press, an independent publishing house focused on religious texts with a visual element. His writing has been widely published, including in Slate, the Los Angeles Times, and Forward. He is the creator of the 20-sided dreidel, and he blogs at Jello Menorah.
Event Registration
To attend in person, click below to get tickets. To attend virtually, use the second link below. Both programs are free.