Nurit David

Nurit David (; born June 24, 1952, Tel Aviv, Israel) is an Israeli painter and art educator known for her contributions to contemporary Israeli art. Her works often explore themes of identity, memory, literature, and cultural narratives. David’s creative career spans several decades and has earned her awards and recognition both in Israel and internationally.

Early life and education Nurit David was born in Tel Aviv and grew up in Ness Ziona. From 1975 to 1978, she studied at HaMidrasha, the Art Teachers' Training College in Ramat HaSharon, where she developed a passion for painting and visual arts. Her academic involvement continued when she became a teacher of painting at the same institution, now known as Beit Berl College School of Art, from 1986 to 2007. Between 2002 and 2006, she also taught painting at the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design.

Artistic career Since 1982, David has been associated with the Givon Gallery in Tel Aviv. 2015: Dizengoff Prize, Tel Aviv Municipality 2017: Life Achievement Prize, Ministry of Culture and Education, Israel 2018: Honorary Fellowship, Tel Aviv Museum of Art

Collections David’s works are held in major public collections, including:

The Israel Museum, Jerusalem Tel Aviv Museum of Art Ein Harod Museum The Jewish Museum, New York

Bank Discount Art Collection, Rishon, lezion

Publications In addition to her painting, David has contributed essays and stories to art magazines and exhibition catalogues. Notable publications include:

1990: “While Beuys Was Pregnant,” Feminine Presence catalogue, Tel Aviv Museum of Art 1996: “Towards a Body and From It,” The Van Leer Jerusalem Institute 2007: “The Landscape Teacher,” Tel Aviv Museum of Art catalogue 2016: “The Happy Business,” story accompanying the exhibition “Nobody’s Clothing.”