Tallulah Ketubahs is excited to introduce our latest guest artist, Noa Mishkin, a talented illustrator based in Jerusalem, Israel. This season, Noa has teamed up with Tallulah Ketubahs to unveil a stunning new print ketubah, Pollinator’s Paradise. This delighfully sunny design celebrates the often-overlooked ecosystem of insects, wildflowers, and plants, drawn with intimate and meticulous detail to invite viewers to explore the vibrant life from a ground-level perspective. The botanicals and pollinators featured are native to Noa's home in central Israel, making each element of the design deeply personal and authentic.

Noa's uses traditional illustration media like colored pencils and gouache to bring her vibrant illustrations to life. Her artistry focuses on creating engaging visual narratives for children's magazines, books, and personal commissions. 

She is currently dedicated to illustrating a children's book for PJ Library, which reaches young readers across Israel and the Jewish diaspora, highlighting her commitment to creating educational and impactful art. Additionally, her first graphic novel, "As a Burning Flame," which delves into the life of Regina Jonas, the first female ordained rabbi, showcases her talent for bringing significant historical figures to life and is available through Ayin Press. 

Living with her husband, a middle school teacher, she enjoys the simple pleasures of life like bird-watching, an activity that not only feeds her artistic inspiration but also connects her with her local environment. She is a graduate of the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design and remains an activly exhibits her artwork within the Israeli illustrator community.

Noa has been creating personal, original ketubahs for about a decade, beginning with friends and family, before expanding this beloved aspect of her business. She shared with us that she is, "excited to offer the Pollinator's Paradise piece in a more widespread way as a print. I have always loved the idea of commemorating your wedding through a piece of art." 

Noa Mishkin's partnership with Tallulah Ketubahs is a fusion of artistic finesse and cultural heritage, promising couples a ketubah that's both a meaningful symbol and a lifelong treasure. This ketubah is an ideal choice for nature lovers seeking a modern twist on traditional themes. Her fresh design stands out as truly unique, perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of the natural world. 

The Pollinator’s Paradise ketubah by Noa Mishkin is offered exclusively through Tallulah Ketubahs. It is a perfect choice for couples looking to infuse their celebration with the essence of Israeli nature and artistry.

For more about Noa and her diverse portfolio, visit her Instagram @noamishkin and explore her projects at noamishkin.myportfolio.com.

Pandemic or not, Danielle and Jonah did not let our current world affairs prevent them from celebrating their love in style. This down-to-earth couple celebrated their vows on a family member’s rustic farm in Spring Mills, PA, alongside a small group of family and friends. 

The ceremony was on a hillside, overlooking a beautiful panorama of goldenrod and fall grasses, followed by a reception below a raised barn on the property. The outdoor space and mother nature’s beauty allowed for the perfect wedding of their dreams while maintaining COVID-19 safety measures while the Delta Variant was at large. 

Danielle, the bride, was previously connected with Tallulah Ketubahs in a professional capacity. As a local Philly Judaica artist herself, Danielle, owner of HamsaMade, proudly designed a frame for one of our Butterfly Garden ketubahs in 2018. Since then, she knew Tallulah Ketubahs was a vendor she wanted to collaborate with for her wedding. 

Danielle and Jonah chose our Love Birds in the Garden Papercut Ketubah for their wedding. Here’s a direct quote from the bride about why this ketubah was the one.

“We ultimately selected the Lovebirds in the Garden Papercut Ketubah because Jonah translates to dove, which has always been an important symbol in our relationship, and the design featured two of them. We knew we wanted to add Rachel’s (founder) custom watercolor behind the papercut to add an extra layer of customization. We decided on the text after reading several options in The Jewish Wedding Now by Anita Diamant and finding “the perfect text” on Tallulah Ketubah’s website which reflected our spiritual connection. Initially, we felt overwhelmed with all the options we had researched online, and choosing between Tallulah Ketubah’s text options actually helped make our decision so much easier and less stressful.”

But the customization didn’t stop at choosing the perfect ketubah for their intimate wedding. With the pandemic in mind, the couple knew they would compromise on guest count, indoor venues, a huge band, and an extensive vendor list to ensure everyone’s safety. But, here’s how they made up for it with creative details.

“Having planned a wedding in under a year, during a pandemic, we knew compromises needed to be made. But we didn’t need to compromise on any of the creative details that made our day special! There are too many personal details to list, but here are a few: 

Danielle and Jonah are trendsetters of this pandemic, showing all future brides how to let their creativity shine during their wedding. Ketubahs are one of the many ways couples can create an element of their love into a physical piece of artwork. We’re so happy Danielle and Jonah were able to find that element with Tallulah Ketubahs, while still adding additional layers of customization through color and written text. We wish them a lifetime of happiness and success and look forward to following their new journey together. 

Venue: Aunt & Uncle’s farm in Spring Mills, PA | Stationery: Minted Invitations & Fireball Printing | Dress: Needle & Thread | Suit: Indochino | Jewelry: Bario Neal | Flowers: Creations by Coppola | Photographer: Bonafide Photo | Cake: Kim Morrison 

Lovebirds in the Garden Papercut Ketubah was designed by guest artist Annie Howe, exclusively for Tallulah Ketubahs, and can be ordered in four neutral colors, or hand-painted in watercolors of your choice. This piece is a great alternative ketubah for couples on a limited timeline and budget for their upcoming wedding. Tallulah Ketubah Prints require a 4-6 week turnaround time and come in a variety of colors and styles.