Voices of Wisdom showcased new works created by Spertus Institute's inaugural cohort of the Midwest Jewish Artists Lab. This year-long initiative brought together twelve distinguished local artists for workshops, study, and critiques. During the course of the program, each participant was charged with creating an artwork or series around the theme of wisdom.

The resulting work encompassed a remarkable array of media and approaches. Through technical skill and thoughtful engagement, the artists reinvent rituals, personalize liturgy, and capture the ever-changing face of Jewish life.

The artists selected to participate were:

Sylvia Alotta of Berwyn 
Gabriella Boros of Skokie
Melanie Dankowicz of Champaign 
Susan Dickman of Evanston 
Berit Engen of Oak Park 
Jonathan Franklin of Oak Park 
Ellen Holtzblatt of Chicago 
Judith Joseph of Northbrook 
Stephen Levin of Riverwoods 
Carol Neiger of Glenview
Dimitri Pavlotsky of Chicago
Amy Reichert of Evanston

The Midwest Jewish Artists Lab is generously supported by a grant from the Covenant Foundation.