Menachem Weinreb is an award-winning illustrator and art director whose work lives at the intersection of design, storytelling, and Torah. In this episode, Menachem joins Yitzchok Moully for a deep dive into his creative journey—from his early fascination with drawing to leading the visual identity of Mishpacha Magazine and founding AmudArt, a studio that brings bold, contemporary illustration to timeless Torah themes.
But this conversation goes deeper than just career milestones. Together, they talk about the real need for creative community—especially for Jewish artists navigating both religious and artistic identities. Menachem opens up about the isolation that can come with this work, the hunger for authentic feedback, and why spaces of collaboration, support, and shared values are essential for creative growth.
This episode is a meaningful look at what it takes to build not just great work—but a culture that sustains it.
About Menachem:
Menachem Weinreb is an award-winning art director and illustrator known for blending visual storytelling with spiritual depth. He leads design at Mishpacha Magazine and is the creative force behind AmudArt, a studio merging Torah themes with bold illustration. His work spans editorial, branding, packaging, and children’s books.
https://www.instagram.com/meweinreb/
Artists and creatives Menachem thinks you should know:
Marc Lumer - https://marclumer.com/
Chaïm Soutine - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cha%C3%AFm_Soutine
Art Spiegelman - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_Spiegelman
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