Project 2020: An optimistic social art project.

Introduction to the Project

Project 2020 is an exciting example of the power of art to create positive change in people’s lives and to connect the world of art with the world of healing, showcasing the deep relationship between optimism and healing art.

Purpose and Inspiration

Project 2020 was initiated by Sarit Rotman to give hope to women dealing with eating disorders and to eliminate the shame surrounding them. Sarit drew inspiration from her struggle with the disorder, which lasted 16 years, and from her insights on the road to recovery.

The Process: Meetings and Personal Insights

For about three years, Sarit met with 11 women dealing with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge eating disorder. From these meetings and detailed personal questionnaires filled out by the women, she created a unique painting for each woman – an optimistic visual vision for 2020. These paintings, rooted in figurative and expressionist art, are rich in colors and symbols, serving as tools for healing and inspiration.

Exhibitions, Public Response, and Timeline

Project 2020 was presented in various exhibitions, gaining significant attention from both the public and professionals in the fields of art and mental health. The symbolic art in each piece not only contributed to the participants’ healing processes but also raised awareness of eating disorders and the need for support and hope. In 2016, the project was presented for the first time in a solo exhibition at Azul Gallery in Tel Aviv. In 2017 it was presented again in the Brander Library for Management and Education in the Social Sciences at Tel Aviv University.