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"Grandma, play Bluebird!"That’s the first request my grandchildren make when I’m babysitting—a phrase as sweet as birdsong, stirring joy and cherished memories. But Bluebird, the painting featured in this video, was born from a much deeper place. Created during a season of depression and fear, Bluebird represents fortitude—the mental and emotional strength to face adversity—and its gentle counterpart, patience. The …
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Take an artistic journey through the creation of a cherry blossom painting that spreads across three canvases. My daughter's time spent living in Seoul, South Korea, inspired her to paint cherry blossom trees. This post will take you through the process. Begin by creating a muted background with various colors of acrylic paints: lavender, blue, …
Perhaps the greatest challenge we artistic types face is to believe in our becoming. Sure, there are messy workspaces to organize, jam-packed lives to thin, and challenging skills to learn. All of which distract us and offer excuses to stop forward motion. And I’m always wondering where my talents will take me instead of trusting …
Painting teaches me to have patience in the process...not to rush the becoming. Painting teaches me to silence my *soliloquy...and let the brush do the talking. Painting teaches me to embrace the unfinished...both in art and in life! When I paint, I go into a zone where... patience with the imperfect is possible a slow move …
The Messenger depicts Jesus, the Messiah who brings hope, mercy, and grace to humankind. The Messenger’s eyes are the focal point of the painting, searching the heart of the viewer for entrance. The Messenger is an acrylic on canvas with the face framed by a beard and textured robe. If I were to select a song that embodies The …
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The hopeful is an acrylic painting that honors those living with uncertainty. I hope she is a worthy tribute to these hearty souls that gaze into the future in search of a brighter tomorrow. The hopeful wears pearls of overcoming, formed in the crucible of suffering. Even when the bleakest seasons descend, her life blossom …
The Burden Bearer is an acrylic on canvas, reflecting those who care for others through prayers, encouragement, and service. These are the people who not only make life hopeful but doable. Oceans by Hillsong inspired the wave over the eye. Often the path God leads us on feels frightening—like walking out upon the ocean amidst overwhelming waves. The …
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The Giver is an acrylic portrait that expresses a glorious burden—the challenge of bringing literacy resources to struggling readers. As an instructional coach, I have the privilege of working alongside many empathetic, hard-working people who share this mission. People who look into the eyes of students and see the pain that results from not being able …
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The Seeker is an acrylic portrait with penetrating eyes that search through your soul. A friend, Renee Elkins, expressed the mesmerizing effect she has on you: “Beautiful…I feel like she is looking into my heart and soul. She makes me want to always speak the truth to her…assuming she would speak to me of course!” READ THE …
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