The Blind Portrait Masterclass by Moral Turgeman and Biet Simkin

As Los Angeles embarks on a journey of rebuilding and resilience following the devastating fires, this moment reminds us of the importance of coming together in compassion, presence, and solidarity. During Frieze Art Week, The West Hollywood EDITION and Raise The Moral Studio invite you to participate in an experience that fosters connection and renewal through art, meditation, and shared humanity.

Join us for a unique group experience designed to ground, inspire, and bring people together in the spirit of shared humanity. Through somatic practices, eye-gazing, and the creation of Blind Portraits, we will guide you in exploring presence, deep connection, and the art of truly seeing and being seen.

This experience is led by Biet Simkin, a world-renowned best-selling author and spiritual teacher celebrated for her ability to redefine enlightenment through presence, music, and somatic practices, and Moral Turgeman, a visionary sensory artist whose interactive works explore connection, self-discovery, and the human experience. Together, they craft a one-of-a-kind experience that blends art, human connection, humor, music, intuition, and spiritual tools, creating a space where connection is natural, presence is effortless, and shared humanity takes center stage. As part of the experience, attendees will create intuitive portraits to take home, a reflection of the moment shared.

Moral Turgeman Bio

Moral Turgeman is a multidisciplinary sensory artist blending art, architecture, and design to create transformative experiences that connect people to their environments. As the founder of Raise the Moral (RTM), an international studio established in 2019, she leads a practice specializing in bespoke design, custom furniture, and interactive installations that seamlessly merge human craftsmanship with advanced technology. RTM operates globally, creating immersive works that redefine form and function.

Turgeman’s innovative and sensory-focused approach has earned global recognition, including the prestigious Curio Best of Show award at Design Miami. Her Blind Portrait project—a traveling art experience spanning 40+ cities—has drawn thousands of personal portraits, fostering connection and self-reflection through its intuitive and interactive nature.

Turgeman redefines the boundaries of sensory art, transforming perspectives and lives through immersive, emotionally resonant works.

Website: www.raisethemoral.com

Instagram: @raisethemoral

Biet Simkin Bio

Biet is the world-renowned Spiritual Teacher & Best-Selling Author dubbed the “David Bowie of Meditation.” because she is re-defining the space of Enlightenment and calling bullshit on all that came before her. As a musician, Biet weaves the world of pop culture and spirituality, teaching practical applications of ancient spiritual wisdom. The teachings are featured in Biet’s best selling book, ‘Don’t Just Sit There!’ published by Simon & Schuster.

Raised by a Shaman in New York City, Biet signed to Sony Records at the age of 19 as a singer/songwriter. Diving into a Rock & Roll lifestyle, Biet became a high-profile DJ in the fashion and art scene in Manhattan. However, following a string of life-changing events, including the sudden loss of her daughter, Biet turned to her lifetime study of meditation and launched the Guided By Biet event series. The meditation experience reached a contemporary audience in cultural spaces, including museums, hotels, and fashion shows. These groundbreaking events were scored by her own music and were the first time meditation was mixed with pop culture, creating the revolutionary new trend.

Featured in Vogue, Forbes, ELLE, and TIME magazine, and as the resident meditation guru at The Sundance Film Festival, 1 Hotels, MoMA, and SoulCycle, Biet advises spiritual best practices for hotels and brands. Biet is best known for modernizing the spiritual path and has been called the "Meditation Guru for the next generation.”

Website: www.bietsimkin.com

Instagram: @guidedbybiet

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