Holy Family PleinAir2023Mother Mary, draped in deep red robes symbolizing her purity and royalty, holds Jesus, bathed in shimmering gold to reflect His divine glory. Her meditative gaze, not on the child but on His future mission, invites us to contemplate His great sacrifice. It's pretty cool how icons take us out of the natural world (i. e a mother's gaze towards her child) and gives us space to contemplate deep theological truths. Jesus, with one hand outstretched in a
Truly never knew that mozzarella sticks + melba (raspberry sauce) was a combo only found in Albany until this year and I'm sad I didn't try it sooner
Each board has at least two layers of Liquitex acrylic gesso and has been sanded to provide the perfect smooth surface for icon writing or other sacred artwork
I was awestruck by the movement and enormity of the waves and wanted to capture this incredible natural phenomenon that only occurs a couple times each year
and this grand fountain
I can vividly remember walking through the cozy streets of Old Nice and hearing the church bells ringing for mass at this beautiful cathedral
My painting aims to capture the grandeur and power of these falls in what feels like a Jurassic Park-esque landscape
This stunning abbey and the surrounding regions of Aix-en-Provence and Valensole had been on my bucket list for years for their famous lavender blooms
This year was extra special since I was able to attend the farewell mass on the feast day
Dunkin' Donuts isn't unique to upstate NY but this fine establishment played a pretty big role in my childhood
The Portuguese truly mastered their pastries
but their tea and food selection (the thai curry puff is the stuff of dreams) is on point
This is His radiant and exposed heart that burns with fervent and merciful love
