Yossi Shua

Just like his soulful art, Yossi Shua is a man of many hues and facets: A lifelong resident of mountainous Jerusalem, who navigates the blue seas as a certified skipper; A loving family man and hearty people person, who trains for the grueling Ironman Triathlon; A hard worker and down-to-earth breadwinner, who is also a daring and prolific artist. And all spheres of his life and his being serve as inspiration for the art he reinvents with every ravishing creation.
Born in Jerusalem in 1966, Yossi was raised in the spirit of Religious Zionism, which he still follows today. As a child he was drawn to art and beautiful things, showing a knack for painting from the age of eight. And yet, when the time came to choose a profession, his practical side prevailed: he obtained a degree in business administration from Bar Ilan University, and was employed in the business sector for 15 years. It was one of his favorite customers, renowned Judaica artist Shuki Freiman, who ultimately made the offer that Yossi couldn't refuse: selling and eventually contributing to the design of Freiman's works - in high demand especially in the Jewish American marketplace. When Freiman retired, Yossi worked for a year with prominent artist Avi Luvaton.
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I was born and raised in Jerusalem, where I still live with my family. Drawn to art and things of beauty from a very young age, I worked for 20 years with leading artists, traveling far to meet great art collectors and visit the best exhibitions. So, for decades, I gathered novel ideas and inspiration for my own art.
I seek to create art that makes people smile, works that make the soul dance: Rich and colorful handcrafted sculptures, all designed as useful items, with a functional purpose, that become an integral part of their owners' daily lives.
In each piece I build a flowing, everchanging world, a harmony that unravels new symphonies of color from every angle. Providing viewers with a constantly refreshing sense of exploration, I seek to reinvent the language of art and regenerate the essence of sculpture.
It would be an honor to share my art and joy with you.

Yossi Shua