Staff Picks: The Most Stunning Paper Art by David Fisher

David Fisher, a graphic designer, has brought back the traditional style of Jewish art, paper cuts. Paper cut outs may go back centuries, but Fisher's beautiful paper cuts are a splash of tradition in a modern way that can be equally enjoyed by all. His pieces are done on white paper, and then placed on a colorful background, really making each and every part pop out in the most magnificent way. David Fisher's art will truly impress.

1. Tree of Life Papercut

The Tree of Life is the oldest symbol of Jewish spiritualism and of the World to Come. On the cutout, around the stunning tree design reads, "eitz chayim hi lamahazikim ba, vetomcheiha meushar" (It is a tree of life for those who hold it, and all who support it are happy), a quote from King Solomon's Proverbs. This beautiful design comes in a variety of colors, each with the variety of waving hues that makes this art stand out.

2. My Soul Loves - English/Hebrew

This depicts an idealic scene from the Garden of Eden with a highly floral design. The bottom reads in either Hewbrew or English "Matsati Et Sheahava Nafshi" ("I have found the one whom my soul loves"), a quote from a Song of Songs. The scene depicts a pair of deer in a floral pasture, and one of the rivers running through the Garden of Eden. This is a great anniversary present.

3. Daughter's Blessing Wall Hanging (Choice of Colors)

This laser cut paper design is complete with pomegranates and doves, symbols of the mitzvot and peace. The text at the center is the end of the blessing that parents give to their daughters each week on Friday night. the text around the border is the Birkat Cohanim, the priestly blessing, ich is also said as the beginning to the blessing for children. This would be an amazing present for parents welcoming a baby girl.

4. Bilingual Home Blessing - Seven Species

Home blessings are the ultimate wedding gift or housewarming gift for anyone. David Fisher incorporates nature into all his pieces, including the Seven Species of Israel. Many follow the traditional home blessing with a whole line in English with the Hebrew as a border The corners and edges are decorated in a lace-like pattern, and inside the Hebrew text is a depiction of the Seven Species.

5. Paper-Cut Round Ketubah (Light Blue)

A ketubah is a marriage document, outlining the commitments a husband and wife will share. Just as it is a serious dedication to each other, so too is it a beautiful one, and this laser-cut design encompasses just that. With a variety of text options from the different rabbinical councils of America, and options to get it personalized (names and dates pre-included), this can be tailored to your big day.

6. Priestly Blessing / Welcome with Initials in Hebrew or English.

What would be better to put up at the entrance to yo home than this "bruchim habayim" (welcome) piece of art? Beneath that message is a depiction of Jerusalem, and the Priestly Blessing in Hebrew, a message of peace and protection taken from the Torah and still recited by the Cohanim. This peace is personalizable with one's initials in the vases, which can be done in English or Hebrew letters, making this an incredible housewarming or wedding present.

7. Woman of Valor

Recited each Friday night before the Shabbat meal, Eshet Chayil, an excerpt from Proverbs, pronounced the great deeds and dedication of a righteous woman. This "Eshet chayil mi yimtze" (who will find a woman of valor) text is decorated further with flowers and a pomegranate motif, making this a great gift for any wife or mother, be it her birthday or Mother's Day.

8. Priestly Blessing

This multicolored design is set apart from the rest with its unique gradient, though it is also available in a very pleasing light blue. The text is the priestly blessing, wishing peace and safety upon Am Yisrael. Along the edge, the text is bordered by a design of leaves and branches. This would go well in a living room or dining room, wherever your family and friends tend to gather.

9. Prague Menorah

The Prague Menorah design might make a lovely Hanukkah gift, but it actually does not have to do with the Hanukkah menorahs. Actually, this menorah is based off of the 7 pointed design used in the Jerusalem Temple. With a Star of David and floral design throughout, this Prague Menorah design is really stunning. This piece of art is available in blue, green and bordeaux backgrounds.

10. Justice, Justice Shall You Pursue.

The line "tzedek tzedek tirdof" (justice, justice shall you pursue) is a powerful statement of the need to take care to adhere to the proper rigor of the adjudicating the law not only in a beit din (courthouse) but also in one's integrity over personal issues. For many, this line has come to encapsulate the Torah itself, that we must be righteous and ethical in carrying out G-d's will. Such a powerful and personal statement of faith makes for a great Bar/Bat Mitvah present or just beautiful house decor.