Aravotart ― Glass Artist

Ariel Aravat, a glass craftsman from the village of Yuvalim, uses the interweaving technique both as a component of his glass works and as a metaphor for relationships between humans and others within social, cultural, environmental and historical networks.

Ariel has had three major solo exhibitions (A&L Center, RISD – “Parallel Spheres”, May 2023; Chrysler Museum Glass Studio – “Atmosphere – A Shared Spirit”, December 2022 – January 2023; and the Mizgaga Museum, Israel – February – July 2021) and has participated in fifteen group exhibitions, including the International Biennial for glass in Sofia, Bulgaria, 2021 and the glass week in Venice, 2023.

One of his works was awarded as a token of appreciation to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Chief Health Advisor to the former President of the United States, who is considered a central figure in the leadership of the American fight against the Corona Pandemic. His works are sold at the Eretz Israel Museum, Tel Aviv.

Ariel’s work as a glassblower is based on teamwork and collaborations, which are guiding factors in his creative process and in his deep commitment to working with others. He experiments with traditional techniques, not only in glassblowing but also in kiln design and even in ceramics, believing that innovation in handiwork can grow out of contextual dialogues with rich traditions and accumulated knowledge of local cultures around the world.