ירושלמים
A photographic story capturing 15 years of observation in Jerusalem — blessed by the President of Israel.
Fifteen years of street photography in Jerusalem · 2011–2026
The story
From Symbols to Living Fabric.
Jerusalem is most often documented through its stones: the Western Wall, the towers, the walls. This book shifts the gaze from symbols to the living fabric — from myth to reality.
Two nuns, a woman in a hijab with her children, an ultra-Orthodox man — all sharing the same gate of the Old City. The camera does not judge. It documents authentic coexistence.
The result of thousands of hours of walking and observation. A museum-quality collector's edition, printed on acid-free paper.
Dedicated to the memory of Aner Shapira. His handwriting is woven into the cover design.
Jerusalem without makeup. Jerusalem of flesh and blood.
— Sharon Gabay, from the introduction
A glimpse
Images from the book
Honor
A Message from the President of Israel
The President of Israel — an official blessing for the book Jerusalemites
International recognition
From Jerusalem to the world
The White House, Washington D.C.
Sharon's previous books are held in the official White House collection.
United Nations, New York
Solo exhibition at the UN Headquarters.
Library of Congress, Washington D.C.
His previous books are part of the permanent collection.
Cultural Diplomacy
His work is used by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and exhibited in embassies worldwide.
The book
Technical specifications
A wide-format art book. Massive hardcover with a branded cardboard slipcase, both with selective Spot UV. Smyth sewn for durability and complete lay-flat viewing. Printed on 170gsm matte chromo paper.
Reviews
What people say about the book
An important book like no other.
A masterpiece. A one-of-a-kind work of art.
This book is stunning. A precise blend of Jerusalem — its landscapes, its people, its colors.
The book is truly perfect. Profound, moving, and aesthetic. A new perspective on Jerusalem I had never seen before.
I have never seen a book like this, or anything similar done about Jerusalem.
The books are BEAUTIFUL! What an accomplishment and a gift for Jerusalem.
Unboxing
The Book in Hand.
Unboxing by Dafna Liel, Channel 12 News