Hiddur Olam
A collection of twelve Torah portions of Genesis reimagined through the bold, visionary art of Mike Wirth.
Each piece pairs creative reflection with design process insights, revealing how art can become an act of Torah study.
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About the book
Hiddur Olam: Bereshit – Genesis presents twelve original artworks that reimagine the Genesis narrative as cosmic, luminous encounters in the liminal space where human and Divine connect. Blending digital and handmade techniques into what author and artist Mike Wirth calls Jewish futurism. Each piece teleports you into the sci-fi/mystical heart of Torah. Alongside the art, reflections reveal the Kabbalah and Mussar insights, creative choices, bible art inspirations, and spiritual discoveries that shaped each work.
Snapshot of the Book:
Content Includes:
Artist reflections, creative wisdom, and design process insights
Genre:
Jewish Art / Torah Commentary / Spirituality
Audience
Artists, educators, spiritual seekers, Torah readers (Jewish or not)
Total Pages:
88
Paper Type:
Glossy Art
Format:
Hardcover
Dimensions:
8.25″ x 11″
Edition:
First (2025)
Artwork:
12 full-color illustrations
Publisher:
Mike Wirth Art, Inc. (Self)
Creative Framework
In the reflection pages, you’ll read about the system I developed to get into making art each week for the parsha. I share the creative wisdom that emerges where Torah, design thinking, Mussar, and Kabbalah meet and each offer a lens to understand how creation itself becomes a form of learning.
01
Torah Study
The weekly foundation of each artwork
02
Design Thinking
Empathy-led framework for creative process
03
Artistic Practice
Visual interpretation and reflection
04
Mussar
A lens to observe the actions of the people in the Torah. Cultivating inner character and intention
05
Kabbalah
Exploring meditation practice, spiritual symbolism and Divine pattern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Stories Book about?
Hiddur Olam is a creative Torah project that reimagines the first twelve portions of Genesis through visual art and reflective commentary. Each chapter blends Torah study, design thinking, Mussar, and Kabbalah to show how art itself can become a sacred practice of learning and creation.
How does the Kickstarter campaign work?
When you preorder through Kickstarter, you’re not only reserving your own copy — you’re helping me share this book with the wider Jewish world. Each backer has the option to donate a book, which I’ll personally deliver to one of 50 Torah-learning schools, synagogues, or community centers so more people can experience creative Torah study.
Who is this book for?
Artists, educators, rabbis, students, and anyone curious about connecting creativity and spirituality. Whether you’re exploring Torah for the first time or deepening an existing practice, Hiddur Olam offers inspiration, learning prompts, and visual interpretation accessible to all backgrounds.
Will there be book talks or workshops?
Yes! I’m organizing a book tour featuring artist talks, creative Torah workshops, and community art experiences. If your organization would like to host an event, you can reach me through the contact form on this site
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