Rehov Ha'Uman 13, Talpiot, Jerusalem Tel : 0 2 - 6 7 8 6 9 9 5 scupts@hotmail.com Founded in 1997 , create -A-space sculpture studio occupies a 160 sq.mtr. light industrial unit in the heart of Talpiot create-A-space sculpture studio is as well as being Paul Taylor 's private studio. the only independent sculpture school in Jerusalem The curriculum offerss as well as the creative atmosphere is unique in Jerusalem. The facilities oth in terms of equipment and depth of each course is unrivaled. The studio's duality allows the students to observe at close quarters the life of an Artist in a way that enriches the experience of learning Art it enhances student awareness, encourages involvement and demystifies process. The success of the school is unequaled in creating interest and gaining experience in a multitude of the traditional sculpture disciplines. The respect to both technique and Art is what makes create-A-space unique. Subjects include: stone-carving, modeling, casting, welding, drawing, perspective, figuration, abstraction, History of Art, criticism, construction, objet trouve, basic photography, portraiture, chasing, patination, finishing, polishing, music appreciation & portfolio presentation. create-A-space has become a defining element in the lives of many of the students. Students range from 16 years old to 75 years of age; they come from every way of life, background experience and country of origin - many remain as students for a number of years. Students have been recognized as members of the Artists Association of Israel. Exhibitions of students' work appear regularly in the Jerusalem Theatre. Graduates of create-A-space studio have a 100% success rate in gaining entrance to Fine Art courses worldwide. In Israel, students have gratuaded to Bezalel departments of Fine Art, Design, Cermaics, Metal and Industrial Design as well as David Yellin Gollege and Ramat HaSharon. Beaux Arts in France, University of Toronto, Academia in Florence, University of Milan, St. Martins, Cheltenham and Brighton School of Art in UK. University of Melbourne and in USA: Columbia, Pratt and Rhode Island School of Art. Whoever wishes to learn the Art of Sculpture is encouraged to apply and choose a course of their liking and ability. Artists wishing to enlarge their technical abilities, the amateur to gain a deeper experience their own creativity and the general public to experience something new add vital. Every student participates in a process that enriches, enlivens and excites in the most dynamic way possible the most profound of creative experiences. The atmosphere within the groups, the creative demand and the respect to Art results in classes of remarkable intensity, unity and success, the "fun" and sense of fulfillment shared by everyone who attends create-A-space is a testament to its quality and importance. Significant and exemplary importance is given to the importane of the "craft of Sculpture". In Stone-Carving this require the use of specialized Chisel, Mammers and File, often imported from France, Italy UK or USA. These tools are similar to those employed by Michelangelo, Bernini and Henry Moore, their correct use and application isvigorously learnt and respected. Modeling and Casting is treated with similar consideration, techniques. emmbedded with in the Art of Sculpture are learnt and applied by the student, helping them to realise th e full potential of their ideas and aspirations. Fatination and presentation is mastered to enhance the work of each individual sculpture. Steelwork and welding techniques are eneouraged, the equipment of create-A-space includes Electric-arc, Oxy-acetylene and MIC (Co2), as well as a drill-press and rotary steel cuttes, ensuring that any student interested in Steel sculpture is suppo rted by the best of facilities. The correct use and all safety instruction is carefully monitored. Alongside the practical lies the conceptual, emotional. intellectual and spiritual elements that Sculpture demands - students are encouraged to develop their ideas, motifs and irndividual approaches. The richness, creativity arnd diversity of individual expression is valued amd emphasized. Of special importance is the extensive slide-lectures that have become a vital tool in the excellence of understanding that the students of create-A-space sculpture studio enjoy. Lectures are given through-out the course, and are selected according to individual Artists, Historical movements, subject, idea and material. Classes are divided into 5 groups : Stone-carving Beginners and Advanced Courses run from September to June, they include 3 6 weekly meetings of 4 hour duration. A scholarship named after Dina Carter, a student killed in the bombing at the Hebrew University is offered and is currently shared among Students and those less able to afford these fees.

In 1997 I decided to establish a sculpture school in Jerusalem that was able to facilitate and encourage an approach and respect for Sculpture that would inspire and be supported by the very best of facilities, equipment, materials and atmosphere.

create – A - space originally existed as a multi-disciplinary art project in London, formed in 1979, with the photographer Harry Scott and situated in a disused factory alongside Blackfriars power station (currently Tate Modern), the philosophy of a dogma-free, dynamic and contemporary art centre, despite the geographical re-location remains intact.

The 160 sq.mtr studio in Talpiot is a shared space. The sharing of my studio with my students creates; besides an encyclopaedic resource centre, an atmosphere of mutual inspiration, activity and creativity, it illustrates the potentiality to have a life of an Artist, it enriches and inspires the work of the students, and underlines the dedication required for the most demanding of the Art disciplines.

The insistence to excellence, the use and ready availability of the correct tools and an in-depth knowledge, via comprehensive slide-lectures of the History of Sculpture has been established and maintained. The development and understanding of Idea and Content is rigorously pursued. To encourage the understanding of technique, perseverance and vigorous inquiry, to construct a 3-dimensional approach to sculpture- to achieve the very best is the basic goal of create-A-space.

I am fortunate to have a body of students that motivate me, they come to the studio, eager in their demand to be creative no matter what the situation; they arrive often shaken by terrorism and distracted by life- within moments the studio resonates with creativity, each and every student questioning and delving deeper; carving, modelling, welding- working with passion, courage, commitment and purpose.

The diversity of the work is testament to the diversity of the students, regardless of age, occupation or background, because of the very human nature of the studio, variety is demanded. I revel in this non-uniformity, encouraging and coaxing the very best, it is a true testament to both the students and the richness and potential of Sculpture.

Sculpture demands of the maker a complete experience, an experience that encourages thought, consideration, an elevation of time and change. Sculpture exists as a record of change- to change lifeless stone to a shining, lyrical emblem; to change mud to eloquent form, colourless cement to a richly patinated surface, waste steel to defiant space. It requires a learning process where the creator is constantly aware of possibility, no less of the material but of the artist himself; it is through this active stance that change, be it of position, relationship, placement or belief becomes real.

I am privileged to be in the position I am- I have witnessed, assisted and occasionally insisted that change occurs. To change the industrial backdrop of Talpiot to a power-house of creativity and beauty. To change by example, to allow that Art can exist and flourish. I insist that whatever the project the goal of Sculpture is attained, to take part in the process of elevating the prosaic to the profound is a thrilling process, to surprise and inspire is to participate in the making of Art.

To facilitate the activity, to offer a series of extraordinary opportunities- a portrait, a nude study, a rock, a bucket of clay, a book, a slide-lecture, a bag of plaster, a wood-stove, a Mozart opera, a Jimi Hendrix rift, create-A-space is a privilege I experience 4 times a week.

Paul Taylor.

Opened in 1997

is a 160 sq. mtrs. sculpture studio in the industrial area of Talpiot, Jerusalem

is a Contemporary Art Centre inviting Israeli & International Artists to exhibit in Jerusalem

is a sculpture school offering courses in Stone-carving, Modelling & Casting, Metal construction, Life-drawing, Art History, Art theory and Art Criticism

is Paul Harrison Taylor's studio