Sharon Stone Gets Emotional Over Her Painting of Jerusalem Amid Ongoing Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Renowned actress Sharon Stone recently became emotional while discussing her painting of Jerusalem, which was inspired by her trip to Israel, in light of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The 65-year-old star was showcasing her artwork at an exhibit titled ‘Welcome To My Garden’ at the C. Parker Gallery in Greenwich, CT when she broke down in tears over one particular painting.
Stone opened up about the difficult moment during an interview with Extra, where she mentioned the recent Hamas attack on Israel on October 7th and Israel’s subsequent heavy bombardment of Gaza. She recalled her visit to the Western Wall in Jerusalem and revealed that she had written a prayer for peace on a small piece of paper, which she placed in the wall. The emotional actress expressed her gratitude that her artwork, a surreal painting of light colors, was being displayed at the gallery while the conflict with Hamas unfolded.
The Golden Globe winner couldn’t hold back her tears as she spoke about the importance of her painting. “This is why I painted Jerusalem because when you ask for peace, you ask for someone not to kill a stranger’s child… and imagine that you’re accomplishing something,” Stone said. She emphasized the heavy topic at hand and stressed the desire for peace and prayer rather than animosity towards strangers.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in a rising death toll, including both civilians and children, reaching upwards of 4,000 casualties on both sides. The Israeli government responded with retaliatory air strikes on Gaza and implemented restrictions on the passage of essential supplies such as food, water, fuel, and medicine into the territory.
Stone also revealed her dedication to her new passion for painting, sharing that she spends up to 17 hours a day immersed in her art. She referred to her painting process as a form of meditation or prayer, believing that a spiritual connection guides her as she creates. She compared her painting to her acting career, viewing herself as a conduit for inspiration, with it being her responsibility to be a worthy conduit.
During the pandemic, Stone developed a strong attachment to her artistic pursuits, taking advantage of the isolation period to spend more time with her family and explore her creativity. Although she has embraced her new role as an artist, Stone clarified that she has not abandoned acting, and will only take on projects that hold personal value for her.
The emotional depth and personal connection that Sharon Stone has infused into her painting of Jerusalem serves as a powerful testament to the longing for peace in the midst of conflict. Her artwork stands as a reminder of the importance of prayer, compassion, and understanding in times of turmoil.