Passions + Obsessions

"Serenity in Spirit"
9 x 12 in.
Color pencil and watercolor

This piece shows a side profile of a woman. Within the silhouette of her head, I have placed the cross and the Holy Spirit : symbols of faith, identity, and divine presence. This reflects the idea that spirituality is not just a belief but a part of oneself. Like a guiding force that shapes thought, purpose, and self. The profile view emphasizes peace as well, as the softness of her expression is due to the powerfulness of the Lord's presence. 

"Faith in the Fracture"
9 x 12 in.
Watercolor and acrylic

This piece shows a woman sitting in the middle of a storm, with her hands lifted to the sky. The ground beneath her is breaking apart, but as she prays, grass and flowers grow from the cracks. This moment is about the peace and refuge that comes through prayer, even when everything around you feels untameable. For me, it’s a reminder that in the middle of chaos, prayer brings clarity. It’s where I find calm, where I can breathe, where I feel God turning brokenness into something full of life and hope.

"He Who Stands Among the Lampstands"
14 x 16 in.
Acrylic

This is a depiction of Jesus in Revelation 1:14. His hair white like wool, His eyes like flames of fire. It’s a vision of Christ not often seen compared to the colonization ideals of Jesus. This portrait isn’t just about what He looked like; it’s about how He made me feel. Like he sees everything, and his presence is so shaking that you can't deny it. In a world full of noise and uncertainty, this vision gives me clarity. It reminds me who He truly is: eternal, radiant, and unshakably present.

"Noah's Ark"
Clay, glue, acrylic

This piece, crafted from clay, represents the artist’s interpretation of Noah’s Ark. Reflecting the artist’s cartoonish style, the work draws from the well-known story found in children's Bibles. While shaping the clay, the artist considered Noah’s unwavering trust in God, even as the world around him was torn apart.

The Ark symbolizes not only refuge from the storm but also refuge from corruption, with God's presence providing a way forward. Each curve and detail in the clay emphasizes the delicate balance between destruction and restoration.

For the artist, creating this piece served as a reminder of the importance of faithfulness to the Lord, illustrating the beauty of trusting in His plan despite the pressures or opinions of others.

"Crowned in Thorns, Redeemed in Blood"
14 x 16 in.
Paper, acrylic, glue

This piece is a visual meditation on the deep symbolism of the cross and the battle between good and evil. At its center stands the Crucifix — Jesus, crowned with thorns, His eyes pure white in contrast to the darkness of the snake and the devil, who appear in the spaces surrounding the cross. The apple and snake in the corners represent the original fall in Genesis, while the blood dripping from the cross recalls the sacrificial blood of Exodus and Leviticus, the price of redemption. "Lamb of God" is marked across the crucifix to remind us of the sacrifice Jesus made — not just for our sins, but to overcome the power of sin itself. This piece reflects the ultimate victory of Christ over temptation and death, showing the darkness of the world He saved us from, and the light of salvation He brings. He saved us.