vessel in the Reign

Hello art lovers...  To me symbolism speaks volumes in art. Many times Jesus spoke in parables and used, "narrative art" given directly from His Father to help people of any generation to seek, understand and unlock the eternal truths that He spoke. 

John 12:49-50 (NIV): "For I did not speak of my own accord, but the Father who sent me commanded me what to say and how to say it. I know that his command leads to eternal life. So whatever I say is just what the Father has told me to say."

To try and explain my faith story through paint, using symbolism is the most efficient way to get there from my heart.  I love to study abstract art like that of one of my favorites, Picaso. To untangle a work of abstract art (assuming the artist had hidden information within the art for me to find) is a delight to my eyes and mind. 


Understanding where the artist is taking you is what art is all about. In my opinion however, at times artist abuse their gift of story teller. I mean, "every picture tells a story dont it?" Thanks Rod!

Vessel in the Reign (Glory from the Father) is a story of glory and the rhythm of His Reign in Heaven – Life, worship, death, eternal life, worship – 5'x4' acrylic and collage on canvas.  enjoy the journey.

Two very creative fathers...

Hi there art lovers, long time no write. Who cares anyway if Mary Owens writes. Well, I do. I care a lot. I care, so I'm writing about painting, about my time left on this planet and how I spend it in my studio. I'd like it very much to one day have the time and resources to create a bunch of art and for others to see it. To add to the world of art so that when I'm gone there will be art left on this earth done by my hand and maybe someone will appreciate it. And maybe someone will even learn something from it, or expand there vision of art because of it, or even to know God through my art. Wouldn't that be something... Art created by humans is meant to be seen by humans. To be appreciated or not what does it matter really?  It is the act of creation itself that matters. The God given ability to produce a piece of art is holy. We were created in His image and given the power to create. This makes us 2nd generation creators. Chips off the old block if you will. The fact that I walked this earth and painted something, or sculpted something, or glue some stuff together to make a collage matters to me and to God.  He is enjoying what we create and watching how we use the free will He gave us. Why?  Because we are His creations and He desires it.

Unlike my earth father, Jack, who spent vast amounts of time in his studio, producing brilliant works for absolutely no one to see, I want that. I want my artwork to be seen.  Jack did his art for himself. To do anything for self alone is hollow.  To give your talent away is holy.  No matter what our talent is, we all posses a talent and we are meant to give not keep it locked away or buried in a closet like Jack did.  So, that is why I write stuff and post artwork from my hand.. to be seen by other humans. Already showed this one to God.

Here's my take on the late Jack Fletcher... hope you enjoy it too. Happy father's day early!