This composition is dedicated to the Christian philosopher, Paul Helm. Of all the authors I’ve read in 2017, he has had the most profound impact on my doctrinal views. Paul Helm is a brilliant British philosopher and theologian of the Calvinist persuasion, and on deeper issues of Christian doctrine his […]
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A Peek Into Narnia
One of the things we love about the Narnia series is the magical wardrobe. Throughout the stories, Lewis is asking us to consider that reality includes more than what we see in our daily lives. The conversation the Pevensie children have with the Professor is revealing. Their younger sister, Lucy, […]
“Kicked Out of Church” on DesiringGod.org
I was kicked out of church a few years ago. I didn’t create any art about it when it happened, but I’ve continued to think about it a lot. It changed my life. There are so many ways we can communicate what is in our hearts and minds: drawing, painting, […]
Narnian Diorama- Art is Medicine on Facebook
I found this cherry-wood jewelry box at a thrift shop for $3! It’s missing the knobs on the front of the doors, but other than that it’s in great shape. Day by day, it is being transformed into the land of Narnia! Follow Art is Medicine on Facebook to […]
Thoughts on Ellsworth Kelly’s “Austin”
A Few Questions about Art and Faith
New Butterfly Cards for Cockayne Syndrome
Two new sets of lovely butterfly cards are in the shop, all proceeds go to medical research for Cockayne Syndrome. The first set has a “Happy Birthday”, “Bless Your Heart”, and a blank one for all occassions. You can purchase these cards for medical research here and a small information […]
“An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump” by Joseph Wright, 1768
This painting captures the drama of the Enlightenment. During the late 17thth century, discoveries in the realm of natural sciences gave mankind unprecedented power, as well as unavoidable moral dilemmas. In this painting, Wright forged new territory, focusing on the prominent issue of his day. It’s not inconceivable that […]
Published in GreenCraft, May 2017
I was thrilled to have an article featured in this month’s GreenCraft magazine! The article is a tutorial on how to reuse shower rings and turn them into sweet miniature flower frames. The editors of GreenCraft continually produce a publication that is as lovely to look at as it is […]