Omer Kligman: Painting the Inner Landscape
Omer Kligman
In the heart of Tel Aviv’s creative scene, Omer Kligman stands out as a unique voice in contemporary Israeli art. A graduate of the Ascola–Mimad College of Art and Design, Kligman works across painting, illustration, and graphic design — but his true canvas is the emotional and psychological landscape within him.
“I don’t stick to one style,” says Kligman. “My art changes with my mental and emotional state. What I feel inside dictates what happens on the canvas.”
Girl from Orissa
By: Omer Kligman
This introspective approach to creation is evident in every brushstroke of his acrylic paintings. Using soft brushes and thin layers, Kligman often gravitates toward warm, smooth backgrounds that cradle symbolic subjects — a solitary bird, a floating branch, a deity from myth. These elements are not just decorative but deeply connected to his inner dialogue.
One of his most recent works, titled Lord Rama, reflects a fusion of personal mythology and spiritual exploration. Rendered in a realistic style with soft gradients and warm tones, the painting captures a quiet reverence. “It wasn’t just about the story of Rama,” explains Kligman, “but how that story resonated in me — strength, exile, return.”
Lord Rama
By: Omer Kligman
Kligman’s process is intuitive. He begins without sketches or fixed plans, allowing the piece to evolve naturally. “Sometimes, I start with a color. Sometimes with an emotion. I let the painting tell me what it wants to be.”
Alongside his studio work, Kligman is also a skilled illustrator and graphic designer, balancing client projects with personal artistic exploration. This dual practice allows him to move freely between conceptual clarity and emotional expression.
In an art world often dominated by trends and labels, Omer Kligman’s authenticity is refreshing. He paints not for spectacle, but for connection — to himself, and perhaps, to others who recognize pieces of their own journey in his work.
Local Celebration
By: Omer Kligman
