Origami plate

ael and worked as a sculptor working with wood and clay. Several of his large-scale projects made of fiberglass and polyester are situated in various public buildings all over the world. Though sculpture dominated his early years as an artist, Calman Shemi developed the idea of the “soft painting” medium in 1977.Many artists strive to challenge themselves with new artistic mediums. Calman Shemi has done so by developing two unique techniques of paintings: his “lacquer paintings” and “window paintings”. His “lacquer” and “window” paintings are reminiscent of ancient techniques used to create art in Japan and China centuries ago. During the last two decades, Shemi has held more than seventy solo shows in the United States, France, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Japan, and Israel. His work can be seen in many public places and private collections around the world.