The Multidisciplinary Vision of Mark Podwal
Mark Podwal was an American artist, author, filmmaker, and physician. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Flushing, Queens, he attended Queens College and the New York University Grossman School of Medicine, where he practiced as a dermatologist. His artistic journey began with drawings as a hobby during his early years, eventually leading to his first publications in 1971. His work is noted for its focus on Jewish legend, history, and tradition, often appearing in the New York Times Op-Ed page. His diverse artistic output includes:
- Decorative plates for the Metropolitan Museum of Art, such as the Passover Plate and Zodiac Platter.
- Animated works for public television, including A Passover Seder with Elie Wiesel.
- Engravings on a Congressional Gold Medal presented to Elie Wiesel.
- Kiln cast glass panels for the United Jewish Appeal Federation Headquarters in New York.
Artistic Legacy and Collaborations
Podwal’s artistry extended into various mediums, from textiles to film. He collaborated with filmmaker Allan Miller on the documentary House of Life: The Old Jewish Cemetery in Prague and designed embroidered textiles for the Altneuschul in Prague. His series All This Has Come Upon Us, which explores Jewish history from the destruction of the two temples through the Holocaust, was exhibited at the Terezin Ghetto Museum. His work is held in numerous prestigious collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Israel Museum. Throughout his career, he maintained a parallel professional life as a physician and served as an Adjunct Associate Professor of Dermatology at the New York University Grossman School of Medicine.
Questions & Answers
What are the birth city and country of Mark Podwal?
Mark Podwal was born in Brooklyn, in United States.
Where are Mark Podwal's artworks grouped by art movement?
Mark Podwal's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.
Can I browse Mark Podwal's works by mood?
The Mood Room of Mark Podwal is a page that arranges the artist's artworks by mood.
What are the birthplace and birth year of Mark Podwal?
Mark Podwal was born in Brooklyn in 1945.
