Israel Iosifovich Tsvaygenbaum (; ; born February 1, 1961) is a Russian and American artist of Jewish descent.Nadya Romanova. A number of his works are in the Historical, Architectural and Art Museum-Reserve,The works are located in the reserve, in the Museum of Carpet, Decorative and Applied Arts (Armenian Church of the 19th century)Two graphical works (ink on paper) The Sarcasm of Fate and The Grief of People Derbent.

Biography

Tsvaygenbaum was born in the Southern Russian city of Derbent, one of the oldest cities in the world. The population is predominantly Muslim, but there are also Jewish families residing there. Tsvaygenbaum's parents are Jewish. His father, from Bedzin, Poland, escaped to the Soviet Union during World War II. Tsvaygenbaum's mother was a Mountain Jew from Dagestan, Russia.

The culture and dynamic of the life of the area where Tsvaygenbaum grew up and his Jewish background are reflected in his paintings. The Russian newspaper Derbentskie izvestiya ()Derbentskie izvestiya – Jewish Rhapsody, M. Matatova. May 6.1994. p. 4 once wrote about Tsvaygenbaum's work:

Another paragraph in the newspaper says:

From 1976 to 1980 Tsvaygenbaum studied art at Izberbash College, Izberbash, Dagestan. In 1991, he completed his master's in fine arts at Kuban State University, Krasnodar. Tsvaygenbaum organized Coloring,Znamya Kommunizma – The Meeting of Muse, I. Tsvaygenbaum, December 1, 1988. p. 4Znamya Kommunizma – The Artist's Lounge, B. Menaev an association of artists, in Derbent in 1986. Coloring had art shows in Derbent and in the Art Gallery in Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia.Znamya Kommunizma – The Exhibition of Coloring, S. LekovaZnamya Kommunizma – The Relationship Is Getting Stronger, S. LekovaZnamya Kommunizma – Presents Coloring, 1987

From 1983 to 1985 Tsvaygenbaum pursued his love for acting by playing at amateur Judeo-Tat theatre in his hometown of Derbent. During these times, he painted portraits of two actors, Bikel Matatova (1928-2013) and Roman Izyaev (1940-2018).Book (ru:«Самородки Дагестана») – "Gifted of Dagestan". Author: I. Mikhailova. Makhachkala, Russia. 2014. p. 51

In November 1993 and April 1994 Tsvaygenbaum had his last two shows in Russia. Both shows were two solo exhibitions held in Moscow, the first at East GalleryThe gallery also known as (ru: «Восточная галерея») - Vostochnaya GalleryVatan – The Philosophy of Life, M. Matatova. December 14, 1993. p. 3TV-6, Moscow – Ostankino. Channel "North Crown", Interviewed by journalist: D. Botonogov, November 1993. and the second, JEWISH RHAPSODY, at The Central House of ArtistsIn 2019 the gallery has been renamed to: The New Tretyakov Gallery - a branch of the Tretyakov Gallery on Krymsky Val.Vatan — Jewish Rhapsody, M. Matatova. May 13, 1994. p. 3Leonid Babushkin — Jewish Rhapsody, Moscow, 1994TV-6, Moscow – Ostankino. Channel "North Crown", Interviewed by journalist: D. Botonogov, March 18 & 22, 1994Channel One, Moscow – Ostankino. TV Program: "Morning", Interviewed by journalist: D. Botonogov, March 28, 1994 The artist dedicated JEWISH RHAPSODY to his father.

In July 1994, Tsvaygenbaum and his family left Russia because it had become very dangerous for his family to continue to live in the republic of Dagestan. Currently, he is a resident of Albany, New York. In the USA Tsvaygenbaum has continued to work with oil on canvas.Mikhail Chernov. jewish.ru Mikhail Chernov. STMEGI. jewish.ru Stella Davydova. STMEGI. His paintings continue to portray both universal and Jewish themes, but noticeably, his palette has shifted from browns to yellows.

On December 25, 2016, in Europe and in Israel and on January 15, 2017, in the USA, RTVi broadcast an interview with Tsvaygenbaum in the program In New York with Victor Topaller, where the artist talked about his artwork, life and interesting people that he encountered in his life.

In 2016 Tsvaygenbaum was a guest author of the book "There was such a city. Derbent." The book was published in Russian. He included short stories from his childhood days in his hometown Derbent.Book () - "There was such a city. Derbent". A guest author: Israel Tsvaygenbaum. 2016. Russia. pp. 377–379.

In 2018 Tsvaygenbaum was the guest author of another book "Proud, Happy, and Thankful to be Jewish." It was published in USA in English. His short stories in the book were labeled "Memoir: The Judaism in My Life."Book "Proud, Happy, and Thankful to be Jewish". A guest author: Israel Tsvaygenbaum. 2018. The USA. pp. 250–260.

In 2023 Tsvaygenbaum published in USA in English his memoir "My Secret Memory." The artist's memoir is based on his memories and experiences that inspired some of his works of art. It gives the reader a window into the artist's life and the lives of those who were important to Tsvaygenbaum and impactful in his life. The book features 35 images of the artist's paintings.Hanna Rafael. ru: STMEGI. Hanna Rafael. ru: STMEGI. A memoir "My Secret Memory" by Israel Tsvaygenbaum. 2023. The USA. pp. 209, 6x9 in, , , Inspiring kindness in the world through art. Marilyn Shapiro. December 15, 2023.Local artist pens memoir detailing his process. Marilyn Shapiro. December 21, 2023.Russian artist’s diverse heritage and inspiration. Marilyn Shapiro. December 21, 2023

Cooperation with other artist

In 2001, in Albany, NY, Tsvaygenbaum began collaborating with dancer Judy Trupin.Jewish World News – ... Trupin is a choreographer, writer and performing, artist whose work has been seen in the United States and in Europe. November 2002 Trupin created dance compositions based on nine of Tsvaygenbaum's paintings. These were the foundation for the show Worlds in Our Eyes.Metroland – Worlds in Our Eyes, November 21–27, 2002. p. 41 In 2002, the newspaper The RecordThe Record – Judy Trupin's Dancer and painter form unique bond, December 12, 2002 wrote:

The newspaper Daily GazetteDaily Gazette – Judy Trupin's Worlds in Our Eyes to interpret Tsvaygenbaum paintings, November 20, 2002 wrote:

Worlds in Our Eyes had been performed in several cities of New York State.Jewish World News – Show Blends Visual Arts, Dance, November 2002

Awards

2013. Media 3. Art Biennial. Diploma of Excellence. Art Addiction Medial Museum. London.For the painting "Flight of the Soul"

Gallery

See also Israel Tsvaygenbaum, artist and author.A video "Israel Tsvaygenbaum, artist and author." June 9, 2023. Interview with artist. Israel Tsvaygenbaum artA video "Israel Tsvaygenbaum art." September 14, 2021. Israel Tsvaygenbaum - Wrapped in LoveA video "Israel Tsvaygenbaum - Wrapped in Love." June 6, 2017. In NY with Victor Topaller Israel Tsvaygenbaum.A video In NY with Victor Topaller Israel Tsvaygenbaum. January 20, 2017. Interview with artist. Israel Tsvaygenbaum - The Angel of RosesA video "Israel Tsvaygenbaum - The Angel of Roses." October 15, 2016. Israel Tsvaygenbaum - Conjured MelodiesA video "Israel Tsvaygenbaum - Conjured Melodies." February 22, 2016. Israel Tsvaygenbaum - Prayers at the Tree of LifeA video "Israel Tsvaygenbaum - Prayers at the Tree of Life." April 26, 2014. Israel Tsvaygenbaum on Russian TV-6, Exhibition 11-93A video "Israel Tsvaygenbaum on Russian TV-6, Exhibition 11-93." November 20, 2013. Flights of the Spirit: The Art of Israel TsvaygenbaumA video "Flights of the Spirit: The Art of Israel Tsvaygenbaum." November 4, 2012.

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