Efrat Baler-Moses

Efrat Baler-Moses is an Israeli-born, New York-based multidisciplinary artist. Her diverse artistic practice encompasses 3D sculptural paintings, reliefs, traditional paintings, and Yupo paper art. By pushing the boundaries of painting and embracing the craftsmanship of conventional techniques, Efrat challenges the distinction between painting and sculpture by integrating 3D elements into her artworks, defying spatial conventions and exploring engaging modes of exhibition. Drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and contexts, her pieces invite viewers to embark on a journey through intricate layers and evolving forms, transcending traditional boundaries and questioning the definition of painting itself.

With a BFA in Sculpture and Painting from the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design in Jerusalem, Efrat has received recognition, including the Helena Rubinstein - American-Israeli Culture Foundation award, and she was selected as one of the ten most promising artists of the 80s, a distinction celebrated during the inauguration of Bezalel's new campus. Efrat has been part of the Scholar in Residence Series at the San Francisco Library and a guest lecturer at institutions such as San Francisco State University, San Jose State University, the University of California, and Berkeley University. Efrat has worked as a private art instructor and educator in New York City, Brooklyn, and Jerusalem, and at the Tate Americas Foundation. Her artworks have been featured in over 50 group shows and 5 solo exhibitions across the United States, Israel, and Germany, and her works are held in private collections.