Empowered Women: The Strength Behind ‘Imagine’ Painting

Imagine is an oil on canvas dedicated to women who are not waiting for a Prince Charming to rescue them. Women whose faith and courage make them bold and beautiful. Women who believe and pursue their God-given calling. The Visual Story of Imagine In this painting, a resolute woman sits astride a powerful white horse, her gaze …

All God’s Creatures Great and Small

African animals surround a modern-day Adam and Eve in this oil on canvas. From the tall the giraffe and ominous elephant to the tiny hummingbird and baby in the woman's womb, all are God's creatures. I appreciate seeing the painting through the eyes of others. Here's a few of the encouraging comments I received: "Love …

Discover the Symbolism Behind ‘The Rose’ Oil Painting by Jodee Luna

Artist and writer, Diane Bailey, posted a painting on Instagram of a woman with angel’s wings, holding a red rose. The descriptor read: “The Soul of a Woman - and when she believed she was loved, she began to bloom.” When I read this, I instantly remembered a promise the Lord had given me when …

Embracing Fearlessness: Finding Strength in Art and Business Challenges

"Fearless!" The word swirled in my thoughts for weeks before I dared to claim it as my word of the year. Then the painting came: a fierce tiger and determined woman nestled next to one another. The woman draws strength from what the tiger intrinsically possesses, fearlessness! Watch the progression of the painting: https://youtu.be/ouEfRx9MqWM Next …

Bluebird Oil Painting and Song

Bluebird envisions hope, faith, and perseverance amid hopelessness, despair, and depression. Bluebirds are known for their joyful songs, tendency to fly long distances, and ability to survive in the most difficult of surroundings. These qualities have led bluebirds to be used in religious icons and as symbols of peace. Bluebird will grace the album cover …

Nightingale

Nightingale is for those who find themselves in the dark night of the soul. Nightingales are known for their powerful and beautiful song. God gives us a song of hope when we can't see the light of day. The “Envisioning Stage” of a painting intrigues me. This is when I imagine a portrait and create …

La Petite Rose, Poem, Song, and Painting Collaboration

Something beautiful was born when the synergy of several creatives converged: La Petite Rose. This art song captures a young boy's delight in God's masterful creation of a perfect rose. This enchanting song began as a poem created by Mary A. Hannon. "My inspiration for La Petite Rose came from a walk in my garden.  As I passed …