Ketubot

Designing a ketubah allows me to be present at the very beginning of a couple’s journey into marriage.  A moment that is filled with intention, hope, and joy and it is an honor I do not take lightly. Each ketubah begins with listening: learning a couple’s story, how they met, what they value, and how they want this covenant to represent their lives intertwining. Inspiration may come from family history, meaningful symbols, or the text itself. I then interpret this visually with a sketch then create the finish through gouache, papercutting, or a combination of the two, to create a unique work of art. Through layered color and delicately cut forms, I create work that feels luminous, intentional, and quietly dramatic, bringing a contemporary voice to a deeply rooted tradition. Whether couples arrive with clear ideas or are still discovering what resonates, the process is thoughtful, collaborative, and unrushed, resulting in a ketubah that marks not only a wedding day, but a work of art that carries meaning forward into their life together.

The following is a small tasting of Schwatz-Katz’s Ketubot portfolio, to see more contact Nancy Schwartz-Katz at nskstudio@gmail.com.