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Click to enlargepadJackie's Bio

Jackie Olenick creates Judaic illuminations in several mediums based upon favorite her Torah text, psalms and prayers. She also designs personalized, illuminated ketubot for the bride and groom. The images Jackie creates are joyful, contemporary, inspirational and speak to issues that guide us on our day-to-day journey. They are intended to bring blessing, holy reminders and Yiddishkeit to every Jewish home.

Jackie also presents/teaches hands on workshops for Temples, schools and organizations where participants of all ages and all levels of skill can learn about Judaic art and create their own unique piece for their home.

Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi has honored Jackie as an Artist and Artisan in the Sacred Guild of the Disciples of Betzalel.

The UAHC (Reform Movement) has selected Jackie's "David's Harp" image for their now three "Shabbat Anthology" songbooks and "Shabbat Anthology" CD covers. Recently they published "Many Daughters" and "Shalom" on their book/CD covers. Many of Jackie's images are published as greeting cards which can be purchased at fine gift and Judaica shops throughout America. Jackie's work has been exhibited and collected throughout America and is in private as well as Synagogue collections.

Jackie works in several mediums including acrylic, watercolor, and pen and ink for the Hebrew calligraphy. Jackie's favorite medium is collage/multi media. She has created bold and bright, large pieces that are appropriate for a Temple or can serve as a focal point in a home.

Jackie is married to Rabbi/Chaplain Leon Olenick and is the mother of three grown children and 9 grandchildren, from whom she constantly draws inspiration and naches.


Cybershuk.com has been in business since 1995. For additional information, including availability of custom and wholesale work, please contact olenick@cybershuk.com.

"Teach Us To Treasure Each Day So We May Open Our Hearts To Your Wisdom" Psalm 90