Embracing the Light Through the Cracks

Weakness and cracks are where the light shines in. This sentiment resonates deeply with me during this challenging season. Honestly, October has tested me in ways I never anticipated, I struggled to connect with others and hesitated to step into my studio.

Just when I felt lost, a dear friend gifted me two previously loved canvases - a timely reminder that beauty often emerges from unexpected places. Today, I returned to my studio, and it feels incredible to immerse myself in creation again.

As I work on my sculptural paintings, full of cracks and imperfections, I’m reminded of 2 Corinthians 12:9: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

These cracks tell a story of resilience, of light breaking through darkness. They remind me that even in our most vulnerable moments, we can find strength and inspiration. Here’s to embracing our journeys—imperfections and all—and letting our inner light shine through.

Title: Gold Rush
Medium: Local newspaper, iron-rich Utah sand, Great Salt Lake salt, foraged sawdust, acrylic, and plaster on canvas.
Size: 48” x 36”

Fine Art