From my first conversation with Jared and the discovery of an amazing, timely coincidence about our mutual interest in the letters of the Hebrew alphabet, I knew Jared would produce an extraordinary piece of art for my home. Jared impressed me with the amount of energy he spent investigating the themes we discussed as well as discovering the meaning of different letters in the Hebrew alphabet to connect with these themes. It was remarkable to see Jared employing the entire scope of his talent, creativity, passion, and especially his spirituality to create an exceptional piece of art. The depth of the concepts, symbols, ideas and insights that he revealed are amazing and far exceed my vision and my hopes for this artwork.

Jared is a supremely talented artist and I look forward to the spark of inspiration that will lead me to work with Jared again in the future.

After buying a non-commissioned piece from Jared and loving it, we decided to ask Jared to create a commissioned work for us. We had an idea for where the piece would go and some general ideas about theme, but not much else. Jared was a pleasure to work with. We met with him both at our home and in his studio during the process. He provided guidance but also incorporated our thoughts and ideas into the piece. He created a personalized and fantastic work of art that we enjoy every day. We're looking forward to our next adventure with Jared.

Jared,

We want to express how much the painting "For Ethel" meant to us. Words may only begin to describe the flurry of the emotions that this heartfelt work has evoked from the time it was created, to the time it was given as a gift to our friend with terminal cancer, to the times loved ones reflect on the painting in her piano room while missing her so deeply. Ethel and her husband, Jim, were so warmed by this painting representing her doing something she loved - making music. We loved the feeling of giving such a personal gift to our friend with a terminal illness. She clearly felt the emotion that you put into this work, depicting her at a healthier place in life. She immediately resonated with the symbolism that you incorporated into this work - little items that we only noticed when either you or her pointed them out. As one artist to another, you made a personal connection with her through this work. Even though you two had never met and she lived a thousand miles away she felt like she knew you - and, more importantly, like you knew her. Through your painting, she was touched. We were so happy to give her a gift that brought her inspiration and happiness, while she was in the grim reality of fighting for her life. Ethel is now gone from this life, passed on to a better life, but memories of our friend remain... the painting still hangs where she placed it, in the room where she is depicted playing her piano.