"My work is a tactile bridge between my two homes"
My name is Shira Lederman. I was born in Toronto, Canada, and moved to Israel as a baby. Growing up in Ra'anana, I was raised within two distinct cultures, and my work is profoundly influenced by the dialogue between them.
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My life is shaped by two very different scenes: the vibrant colors, Mediterranean energy, and complex joys of Israeli society, contrasted with the quiet expanses of the Canadian Prairies. Spending summers on my grandparents’ farm in northern Saskatchewan, the endless skies and golden wheat fields gave me the space to explore layers, color, and life.
I began my formal journey in art under the Israeli painter Leonid Balaklav, from whom I acquired a deep appreciation for the nuances of light and texture. My perspective further expanded during my travels through Southeast Asia, where local artists introduced me to the power of layering textures to tell a story.
In 2022, I graduated from the Textile Design department at Shenkar College of Engineering and Design. Since then, I have continued to develop a signature series of textile art inspired by the memories and textures of my family farm.
My work is contemporary, fresh, and original—a tactile bridge between my two homes. I live and create in Ra'anana, Israel, alongside my husband, son, and daughter.
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Interested in a commission or a studio visit in Ra'anana?
I’d love to hear from you
​Shira
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