Elke Reva Sudin is a Brooklyn-based visual artist, entrepreneur, and cultural bridge-builder whose work spans fine art, live illustration, and fashion. In this dynamic conversation, Elke sits down with Yitzchok Moully to share the story behind her boundary-pushing projects—from her iconic Hipsters and Hassids series to launching the innovative Drawing Booth, and most recently, her fashion brand ELKE NYC, which debuted at New York Fashion Week.
Together, they explore how Elke’s creative vision is rooted in Jewish identity, cultural dialogue, and bold reinvention. She also opens up about the real-life balancing act of raising a growing family while continuing to pursue ambitious creative goals. Whether working with oil paint or modular textiles, Elke brings depth, intention, and style to every medium she touches. This episode is a journey through the mind of a multidisciplinary artist who continues to reimagine what Jewish creativity can look like today.
About Elke: Elke Reva Sudin is a Brooklyn-based visual artist and entrepreneur. She has gained recognition in international media for her prolific work including painting series Hipsters and Hassids, her international event drawing company, Drawing Booth and was named a 2024 Industry Innovator by Bizbash. Recently, Elke launched a fashion company ELKE NYC with her Crown Collection and modular apparel to acclaim at New York Fashion Week.
IG @elkerevasudin
@elke.nyc
@drawingbooth
Artists and creatives Elke thinks you should know:
Steve Marcus https://www.smarcus.com/
Ken Goshen https://www.kengoshen.com/
Albert Sultan https://www.albertsultan.com/
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