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Biography | Portfolio
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Avi Ben-Simhon has been deeply inspired by Fauvist and
Cubist painters, while creating his signature, unmistakable style. The element of
design is strongly developed in his work, in composition and pallet, while the
dramatic shapes and vibrant colors powerfully express his joie de vivre. His
spiral-like motifs echo his Moroccan roots, each pattern forming
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an exceptional
design in bright and effervescent colors. Born in Fez, Morocco, Ben-Simhon immigrated to Israel in 1948, the year the state
was established. He spent his childhood in Jerusalem, and after serving in the army,
founded the legendary Kibbutz Eyal with friends. He studied at the 'Avni Institute
of Art' and the 'Kallisher Institute for Contemporary Art', and has taught both art
and graphic printing ever since.
Ben-Simhon’s work has been well collected and shown in multiple one-man and group
exhibitions throughout Israel, France, Canada and the United States.
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