Mindy Weisel

Mindy Weisel, an internationally renowned artist, author and speaker, was elected into the Smithsonian Archives of American Artists in 2000. Her works are in the permanent collections of the National Museum of American Art, Oxford University and the Israel Museum, among many other public and private collections. Weisel is the author of DAUGHTERS OF ABSENCE: Transforming a Legacy of Loss; and TOUCHING QUIET: Reflections in Solitude. Her new book AFTER: The Obligation of Beauty is a courageous and honest portrait of her struggle to understand the black hole she was born into. By weaving an eloquent tapestry of her art, narrative, poetry and journals, Weisel offers moving insights into her life and work, especially her deep-seated conviction that beauty and love can overcome tragedy.

Recognized as one of the most creative and evocative artists of this generation, Weisel lived and worked for over 40 years in Washington, D.C. and now resides in Jerusalem with her husband.