Join Ilana Slomowitz,
an artist, dancer and published poet
on a creative journey.

This is a unique opportunity to participate in
a journey that will take you from your everyday reality and transport you into a realm of creativity.

Its time to open your creative energy, embrace nature and escape, letting your mind flow freely.

This stream of creativity begins with stretching and flows through the weekend with experiences in dance, self-exploration and connecting with oneself through the natural elements of nature and art.

Ilana is a highly experienced counselor and facilitator who has conducted many workshops in self-exploration, creativity and communication skills, locally and internationally, for over 30 years.

Address:
17 von Solm str, Greyton

The journey starts on Friday 26th February at 4pm and ends on Sunday 28th at 5pm.

Shared accomodation incl. breakfast:

The early birds pay R800.00 if paid in full by
the 19th of February, or

R1000.00 with a non-refundable deposit of
R200 by the 21st of February, or

R600.00 for participation in workshop only.

Payments to the following bank account
Name: ILANA SLOMOWITZ
Bank: STANDARD BANK
Brach: BRAAMFONTEIN 004805
Acc No.203378946
mark payment greyton retreat

ENQUIRIES AND REGISTRATION :
call Kirsi Gerson 082-504 1770
(021) 438 7127
kirsi.gerson@gmail.com
or Ilana Slomowitz 072-575 8013
(021) 434 7745
ilanaslom@telkomsa.net


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Be sure to catch Ilana on The Power Within,
SABC3, 11.30 - 12.30, Saturday 24th of January 2009

On the 12th of February, at the Freewheeling Event taking place at Stanford Valley, Ilana will be holding a Creativity without Boundaries Workshop, from 16h00 to 18h00.
www.freewheeling.co.za

 

 

“TOUCHING THE EARTH”

- A glimpse into a Grandmother's Soul

 


 

Ilana Slomowitz’s recently published first book of poetry and drawings “Touching the Earth”, deeply touches the hearts of women – young and old, daughters, mothers and grandmothers.

This anthology of poems expresses her love of nature from which she draws her inspiration, the exceptional relationship with her own grandmother, her love for her children and grandchildren, her country, and her reflections on ageing.

The anguish of being torn apart by different loves, different countries, is deeply palpable in her poetry.

Like so many South Africans who emigrated seeking a new life elsewhere, Ilana moved to Israel in 1988. Increasingly over the years, however, her longing for Africa grew and she became despondent with life in Israel due to the ‘intifada”, scud missiles, the Lebanon war and the continuous suicide bombings.

Her poem “I am Torn” illustrates her wavering loyalties.” The poem “I am Coming Home!” joyfully reflects her resolve.

Ilana returned to South Africa in 2005, but not without suffering the pain of leaving loved ones and friends behind. Many grandmothers can identify with this pain, having lost children and grandchildren to the South African diaspora.

Her motivation in writing “Touching the Earth" was so as to leave a tangible keepsake for her grand daughters in which she reveals a deep and honest insight into her soul.
A truly precious gift.

However, beneath the happiness and burst of creativity, lurks a sense of misgiving. The sadness of leaving her family in Israel, the reality of ageing and loneliness is subliminally present in her poetry.

Ilana will be presenting a dramatised performance of selected poems together with a visual slideshow of some of her artwork featured in the book.

When: Thursday, 26th February 2009 at 10 a.m.
Where: Alliance Francaise Gallery
              17 Lower Park Drive, Parkview. (across the road from Zoo Lake).


Her book will be on sale at the gallery throughout the duration of her exhibition which runs from the 24th February to the the 10th of March.

20% of the sales from the book she is donating to ORT,
an organization close to her heart.


For more information about her book “Touching the Earth”
ilana can be contacted at 072 575 8013
write to her at ilanaslom@telkomsa.net
her website   www.ilana-slomowitz.com

Aside from this new direction of poetry, she has also thrown herself back into her art, creating relief wall panels from found objects collected on her walks along the beaches.

In February 2009 she will hold a major exhibition of her work after an absence of 20 years from Johannesburg, at the Alliance Francaise Gallery.


 

Please join us for the opening of
“NATURE’S BOUNTY”

An exhibition of Relief Wall Panels by
ILANA SLOMOWITZ

“Take from Nature what you find
and create a picture of a different kind”


Opening date: 24 February 2009 18h30 for 19h00
Guest speaker: KEITH KIRSTEN
(Drinks and Snacks will be served)
Exhibition closes: 10th March 2009
Where: Alliance Francaise Gallery
17 Lower Park Drive Parkview

Enquiries: 072 575 8013
Gallery hours: Mon – Thur 9 – 8PM; Fri 9 – 6 PM; Sat 9 – 1PM

Book launch: Thursday 26th Feb 2009 at 10am at
Alliance Francaise gallery address as above.
Percentage of sales from books goes to Ort.

Lecture: Saturday 28th February at 10 a.m. at the Gallery
A lecture on “Creativity Without Boundaries”
followed by a “WALK-ABOUT” with Ilana


 
 
LECTURE TOPICS
with SLIDE SHOW & or VIDEO FOOTAGE.

A CREATIVE JOURNEY THROUGH THE CHAKRAS

An 8 week course/workshop

Ilana Slomowitz, an internationally acclaimed artist, creative therapist, ceramicist and dance teacher invites you to join her on an 8 week course exploring each of the 7 chakras.

You will have an opportunity to explore the energy, influence and issues of each of the charkas through art, writing and movement

Each 3 hour session will be devoted to one of the 7 chakras, and will enable the participants to go deeply into the impact on our lives of each charka in an exciting exploratory and insightful way.

At the end of the course you will take away with you an in depth recorded journal of drawings paintings and writings an insightful reflection of your inner self that you may choose to continue working in for years to come.

Where: 404 Armon,Norfolk Rd,Sea Point

When: From Monday 16 April and each Monday thereafter till Monday 4th.
June 2007 from 09.30 am – 12.30pm

Price: R 1600

Enquiries and Registration call Ilana 021 4347745 or 072-575013

Email: ilanaslom@telkomsa.net.

Limited to 10 participants, so book early. 10% deposit required to secure your place on the workshop

An introductory evening will be arranged prior to commencement of the course at which participants will be fully briefed on materials needed.


A Life in Art.


I share my experiences as a Ceramic Muralist, Potter, Artist, Dancer, Councilor and Creative Therapist.
(A lecture accompanied by slides & the option of additional video footage).
Time: 1 ˝hrs.


Creativity with out Boundaries


An investigation into the components needed for the creative energy to flow and what blocks it.
(A black board is required).
It involves some audience participation.
Time: 1 ˝ hrs.
This can also act as an introductory lecture to an intensive workshop.


Empathy in Practice


Developing interpersonal communication skills to create more effective communication in your life, in addition to improving the quality of both personal & work related relationships.
(This is an introductory lecture to an intensive 8 week course).
Time: 1 ˝ hrs


Israel to India.


I share impressions, observations & insights gained on my trip to India.
(This lecture is accompanied by a slide show).
Time 1˝ hrs.


A Creative Approach to Working with the Aged.


I share my experiences & insights working as the creative therapist at a well known retirement home in Israel for 6years. (This lecture is accompanied by a slide show.)
Time: 1 ˝ hrs.


Creating a Marriage between Pot & Plant.


I discuss the art of balance, form, proportion in addition to the importance of the relationship between pot & plant.
(This lecture is ideal for groups interested in patio gardening.
( This lecture is accompanied by a slide show).
Time: 1hr.


For more information or to book a lecture Click on Contact ILANA.


 
 

PUBLICATION


"SOUTH AFRICA SPEAKS" by Jill Johnson.
(first published 1981 by AD. Donker).


A picture of my mural at Cereal Center was used for the cover of this book. As its title suggests, it comprises a series of interviews with prominent people in South Africa of all races and in all walks of life.
I was privileged to feature in this book.



LIST OF MAJOR EXHIBITIONS
  • 1964 - Egon Geunther Gallery. Johannesgurg.
  • 1967 - Garden Center Gallery. Pretoria.
  • 1968 - Hyde Park Gallery. Sandton.
  • 1970 & 1974 - National Art Gallery. Windhoek. Namibia.
  • 1973 - Henri Lidchi Gallery. Johannesburg.
  • 1975 - Italian Internationale Bienale. Bolognia.
  • 1978 & 1982 - Keith Kirsten Gallery. Pretoria.
  • 1981 & 1984 - S.A.Association of Arts Gallery. Cape Town.
  • 1976,1979, 1987 - Studio exhibitions.
  • 1986 - COROBRICK; national competition .Award winner.
  • Since 1988 have held exhibitions in Haifa, Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
  • 2006 - Noordhoek Art Gallery. Noordhoek.
  • 2009 - 24th Feb - 10th March - One man show at Alliance Francaise Gallery, Johannesburg
 
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