Hadar Gad (b. 1960, Israel) is a celebrated Israeli artist whose work spans several decades, capturing the nuanced interplay between landscapes, history, and memory. Gad’s contributions to the art world have earned her numerous accolades, including the Ministry of Culture Award (2016) and multiple scholarships from the Ministry of Education (1984–1986).
Themes and Style
Gad’s art often reflects the intersection of personal and collective memory, exploring themes such as identity, history, and the passage of time. Her use of vibrant landscapes and layered narratives creates works that are both visually compelling and thought-provoking. Hadar Gad’s extensive exhibition history and critical acclaim position her as a significant figure in contemporary Israeli art, whose works resonate far beyond her homeland.
Selected Solo Exhibitions
Hadar Gad has held numerous solo exhibitions, with recent highlights including:
- 2024: Close to There, Maanit Gallery, curated by Tamar Dichter
- 2024: Land Distance, Lohamei HaGeta’ot Gallery, curated by Michal Horovitz and Koby Sibony
- 2021: Afterlives: Recovering the Lost Stories of Looted Art, The Jewish Museum, NYC, curated by Darsie Alexander and Sam Sackeroff
- 2020: Bar-David Museum, Baram, Israel, curated by Avi Ifargan
Her work has also been featured in significant institutions such as the Museum of Art in Ein Harod and Rothschild Fine Art Gallery, Tel Aviv.
Group Exhibitions
Gad’s participation in group exhibitions highlights her enduring relevance. Recent notable showcases include:
- 2022–2023: In Search of Lost Memory, Bar-David Museum, curated by Sorin Heller
- 2021: The Institution, Ramat-Gan Museum of Israeli Art, curated by Svetlana Ringolds
- 2019: Seeds of the Land, Beit Anna Ticho, Jerusalem, curated by Tamar Manor Friedman
Her earlier work has been exhibited internationally, including the International Triennial of Art in Krakow, Poland, and the International Art Print Exhibition in Barcelona, Spain.
Artistic Reach
Gad’s works are featured in both public and private collections across Israel, the United States, Australia, Germany, the United Kingdom, Holland, Finland, Italy, France, and Sweden.