Lately I’ve been painting to the theme of beauty in the dark. The reason is that I’ve been captivated by how God moves in darkness. Not the sort of darkness we usually feel the minute the word is spoken—there’s an evil and sinister darkness we … Continue readingTogether in a Starry Night
This Triduum was, for me, focused on Jesus’ relationships with the people close to him. In the Passion narrative on Palm Sunday, I was pierced by how his friends ran away or fell asleep—were generally not present—at the moment of his deepest agony. At the moment he … Continue readingTo Honor Them
I’m very moved in the Lord of the Rings by the way Galadriel gives gifts to the different members of the fellowship. When they leave Lothlorien they are embarking on the same path. But their inner journeys and needs will be absolutely unique, and she knows it. Some … Continue readingFor You I Have Prepared This
“Take me with you across this land. These are my dreams, so simple and few.” Loreena McKennitt BUY PRINT
This painting was a reflection of praying through surrendering things very special to me but out of reach, or out of my control. And it’s a reflection on being surrounded by beautiful gifts but still craving more with all I’ve got. It’s so easy when we … Continue readingTreasures
Recently I was in a Christmas concert, and the theme was Mary at the manger. It all moved me very much, but the piece I connected with the most and have kept letting work on me was about her saying “Let it be done to … Continue readingFiat Mihi
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One of my best friends got married this past weekend, and I was the matron of honor. Being in that sacred space with her in so many precious moments meant so much to me and my heart is so full. This is a moment from … Continue readingYou’ll Never Walk Alone