The greatest by Alison Powell
This card has verses about love from 1 Corinthians 13 verses 4-8 and verse 13 forming the design on the front.
Hidden truth by Oliver Pengilley
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29 : 13
Protection by Oliver Pengilley
I had an image in my heart of someone being comforted, protected and covered in a robe. As with many of my paintings, I see the image in my heart and just try to paint it the way I see it. I pray that is speaks to people, just to be reminded that the Lord is always with us.
The verse on the back of this card is, “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.” Isaiah 41 : 10
Whom shall I send? by Diane Fairfield
This painting is taken from the well-known verses in Isaiah, chapter 6: I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe filled the temple…. Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a live coal which he had taken with the tongs from the altar. And he touched my mouth with it and said “Behold, this has touched your lips; Your iniquity is taken away and your sin purged.” Then I heard the voice of the Lord, saying: Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I. Send me.”
The verse on the back of the card is, Then I heard the voice of the Lord, saying: Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I. Send me.” Isaiah 6 : 8
The tree by Oliver Pengilley
“The blood of Christ stains the tree. In this painting, I just wanted to show what the Lord has done for us.”
The verse on the back of this card reads, “He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness.” 1 Peter 2 : 23
Sword of the Spirit by Oliver Pengilley
I always want to try and tell some sort of story in my paintings, and most show the relationship that God has with us. This painting is about someone being given the sword of the Spirit to help with their journey.
The verse on the back of the card reads, ” Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” Ephesians 6 : 17
Washed by Lydia Helene Irving
The verse on the back of the card reads, “…buried with him in baptism and raised with him through your faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.” Colossians 2 : 12
Buried with Him by Lydia Helene Irving
The verse on the back of the card reads, “…buried with him in baptism and raised with him through your faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.” Colossians 2 : 12
Raised with Him by Lydia Helene Irving
The verse on the back of the card reads, “…buried with him in baptism and raised with him through your faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.” Colossians 2 : 12
Balloons by Lydia Helene Irving
The verse on the back of the card reads, “May you be blessed by the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.” Psalm 115 : 15
Day of rest by Bexter
The words on the back of the card read, “So the people rested on the seventh day.” Exodus 16 : 30 (And mothers were definitely included!)
Hallelujah (Smiley) by Bexter
The verse on the back of the card reads, “Praise be to the LORD God, the God of Israel, who alone does marvelous deeds.” Psalm 72 : 18
Drooping daisy by Bexter
The verse on the back of the card reads, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29 : 11
Under your wings by Bexter
The verse on the back of the card reads, “Because you are my help, I sing in the shadow of your wings.” Psalm 63 : 7
Star (Smiley) card by Bexter
The verse on the back of the card reads, “You are ‘fearfully and wonderfully made.’” Psalm 139 : 14
Risen by Dawn Waters- Baker
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.” Luke 24 : 7
Ripples card by Lydia Helene Irving
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “… buried with him in baptism and raised with him through your faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.” Colossians 2 : 12
Footie Fans by Lydia Helene Irving
The verse on the back of the card reads, “May the Lord bless you from Zion all the days of your life.” Psalm 128 : 5
Crucifixion by Christine Hales
The verse of the back of the greetings card reads, ” Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” Luke 23 : 46
Holy Trinity by Christine Hales
The verse on the back of this card is,” Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 28 : 19
Trust by Rebecca Newell
Whether we are experiencing spiritual highs or lows, the acknowledgement of Christ’s place should be the same. Whatever mountains we are climbing or whatever clouds we are flying on our foundation remains rooted and steadfast.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” Proverbs 3 : 5
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I painted this picture at Easter when my spiritual experience can feel very intense. Last year I did a very personal picture of Christ on the cross, painted from a place of penance and prayer. I realised that I cannot always be in a place of such intensity and wondered what it must have been like to feel far away from Christ,even when He was actually living amongst us. Is the message changed by our feeling of closeness or distance? I don’t think so.
Accepted by Olivia Smith
This drawing was inspired by my week at New Wine when I became a Christian. I could see people coming to Christ all around me and not only did I sense their fulfilment, even stronger was the happiness and joy of Jesus.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “We love him, because he first loved us.” 1 John 4:19
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With this drawing, it was important that the embrace be as intimate and as real as that of a father and child. I have chosen “John 4:19: We love him, because he first loved us” Many of my friends and church family have been blessed by this drawing and they say that is holds a very powerful message that they have been needing to hear.
Confetti hearts card by Lydia Helene Irving
The verse on the back of this card reads, “Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away.” Song of Songs 8 : 7
Birthday flowers card by Lydia Helene Irving
The verse on the back of this card reads, “May the Lord bless you from Zion all the days of your life.” Psalm 128 : 5
Sorry! (Smiley) by Bexter
The quotataion on the back of the card reads, “To err is human; to forgive divine.” Alexander Pope
Sorry! (Seb) by Bexter
The quotation on the back of the card reads, “To err is human; to forgive divine.” Alexander Pope
Lighthouse by Rebecca Newell
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me.” Psalm 31 : 3
Majesty by Inspira
Both cards and prints carry the title and the verse under the image.
MAJESTY Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! Psalm 8:1
Mounted prints and framed prints have black mount board to complement the black surround.
Freedom by Inspira
Both cards and prints carry the title and the verse under the image.
FREEDOM Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 2 Corinthians 3 : 17
Mounted prints and framed prints have black mount board to complement the black surround.
Sunrise by Inspira
Both cards and prints carry the title and the verse under the image.
SUNRISE “Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. Psalm 30 : 5
Mounted prints and framed prints have black mount board to complement the black surround.
Water by Inspira
Both cards and prints carry the title and the verse under the image.
WATER “To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life.” Revelation 21 : 6
Mounted prints and framed prints have black mount board to complement the black surround.
Joy by Inspira
Both cards and prints carry the title and the verse under the image.
JOY “But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy.” Psalm 5 : 11
Mounted prints and framed prints have black mount board to complement the black surround.
Heaven’s door by Tim Steward
Another wonderful example of Tim Steward’s joyful and uplifting worship pictures.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “Blessed are those who wash their robes, that they may have the right to the tree of life and may go through the gates into the city.” Revelation 22 : 14
Sheep by Inspira
Both cards and prints carry the title and the verse under the image.
SHEEP Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Psalm 100 : 3
Mounted prints and framed prints have black mount board to complement the black surround.
Trust by Inspira
Both cards and prints carry the title and the verse under the image.
TRUST Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Proverbs 3 : 5
Mounted prints and framed prints have black mount board to complement the black surround.
Peace by Inspira
Both cards and prints carry the title and the verse under the image.
PEACE Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. John 14 : 27
Mounted prints and framed prints have black mount board to complement the black surround.
The First Dance by Helen Hiles
This picture shows us (the church) as a bride dancing with the bridegroom (Jesus) in a beautiful ballroom, possibly within the Holy City!
The First Dance card by Helen Hiles
This pictures shows us (the church) as a bride dancing with the bridegroom (Jesus) in a beautiful ballroom, possibly within the Holy City!
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “As a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so will your God rejoice over you.” Isaiah 62 : 5
Holy Fire by Helen Hiles
The verse on the back of the greetings card is “I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions.” Joel 2 : 28
Graduation card by Matt Ellis
The verse on the front of this card reads, ” Instruct a wise man and he will be wiser still: teach a righteous man and he will add to his learning.” Proverbs 9 : 9
Graduation by Matt Ellis
I took this photo when I saw the shape and contrast of colours. It triggered something within me and I just snapped away. I love the way the shadows play with the whites of the image and how the red sharply cuts through the image.
The sun breaks through card by Matt Ellis
I love how the light can be used in so many different ways to create shapes, colours, textures and feelings.
The verse on the back of the card reads, “The Lord upholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down.” Psalm 145 : 14
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This is one of the main passions of mine when it comes to photography….the light. I was walking along the beach near Cromer in Norfolk and the light just felt magical. I took a few photos of the water, but this one just had that extra shimmer to it and I have been hooked ever since.
The sun breaks through by Matt Ellis
This is one of the main passions of mine when it comes to photography….the light.
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I love how the light can be used in so many different ways to create shapes, colours, textures and feelings. I was walking along the beach near Cromer in Norfolk and the light just felt magical. I took a few photos of the water, but this one just had that extra shimmer to it and I have been hooked ever since.
Wedding day card by Matt Ellis
This image was taken at a friend’s wedding. I was sat outside getting some fresh air after the meal and I just saw this champagne cooler sitting there, reflecting the flowers beautifully.
The verse on the back of the card reads, “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.” Jeremiah 31 : 3
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I took a few photos hoping to capture a bit of the peace and magic of such a beautiful day. I think I took about 20 shots to get this single one that I liked.
Wedding Day by Matt Ellis
This image was taken at a friend’s wedding. I was sat outside getting some fresh air after the meal and I just saw this champagne cooler sitting there reflecting the flowers beautifully. I took a few photos hoping to capture a bit of the peace and magic of such a beautiful day. I think I took about 20 shots to get this single one that I liked.
Trinity by Sue Newham
A circle has no beginning and no end. This circle is a glimpse into the Trinity, where the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit are one and yet recognisable separately.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, ” But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.” John 14 : 26
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The symbols of the cross and the dove are commonly used to represent Christ and the Holy Spirit, but interestingly there is no widely used symbol to represent God the Father. I have used the creator’s hand. In the centre the three distinct colours become white, in the same way that a spinning top with distinct colours becomes white or light grey on spinning.
Angel by Christine Hales
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.” Psalm 91 : 11
The anointing by Diane Fairfield
The inspiration for this painting was an actual photograph taken in Israel during the 1940’s of a shepherd pouring oil on the sheep under his care. Oil was used on the sheep to keep bugs away and to help wounds heal. It is a practice that continues today.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” Psalm 23 : 1
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The act of anointing with oil is important and deeply symbolic in the Bible. It was done as a mark of respect, during inauguration into a high office, for soothing and curative effects, cosmetically after bathing, and as a sacred preparation for burial. In the New Testament we are instructed to anoint with oil during prayers for healing. The words “Messiah” and “Christ” mean The Anointed One. Oil is also used as a symbol for the Holy Spirit. Our Shepherd, the Lord Jesus Christ, anoints believers with the oil of the Holy Spirit in much the same way it was used for the sheep – for our protection and healing, our sanctification – as the Word says we are sealed with the Holy Spirit when we believe. Jesus has said that believers who ask will also receive the baptism (or additional anointing) of the Holy Spirit to receive His supernatural gifts and move in His power for His purposes and glory just as the disciples did at Pentecost. The background in this painting is blue, purple and scarlet, the colors ordained by God to be used for the curtains in the tabernacle built in the desert by Moses and the Israelites. In the painting, above the Shepherd’s head, the curtain is torn in two just as the curtain of the temple was torn when Jesus was crucified. It was not until after I had finished the painting that I saw God had directed me to paint the curtain torn in two, symbolizing the entrance Jesus has given us into the Holy of Holies.
At His feet- a choice by Diane Fairfield
The choice aspect is a critical part of that story of Mary and Martha and one God needs to frequently remind me about.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46 : 10
Pentecost by Ian Turbitt
A worshipper, reaching up to God, is filled with the dove of the Holy Spirit and consumed with refinining Pentecost fire.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, ” … the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things…” John 14 : 26
The loving Father by Ian Turbitt
Tired and weary, the prodigal falls into his Heavenly Father’s loving arms, enveloped in the rich robes of his inheritance, home again – and forgiven.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.” Luke 15 : 20
Shoulder to shoulder by Ian Turbitt
Christ, on a building site, speaks of His working alongside us in our everyday lives. The configuration of two planks of wood symbolises the cross.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” John 1 : 14
The new has come by Dawn Waters-Baker
Based on 2 Corinthians 5:17, the old man is passing (fading) and we have been born again by Christ’s work on the cross.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5 : 17
Who do you say that I am? by Lee Vincent
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Matthew 16 : 15
Faithfulness by Alison Powell
A painting from the series, “Fruit of the Spirit”
The verse of the back of the greetings card reads,”I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I have set my heart on your laws.” Psalm 119 : 30
Patience by Alison Powell
A painting in the series, “Fruit of the Spirit”.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city.” Proverbs 16 : 32
Self-control by Alison Powell
A painting in the series, “Fruit of the Spirit”.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” Galatians 5 : 22-23
Joy by Alison Powell
A painting in the series, “Fruit of the Spirit”.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “You will fill me with joy in your presence.” Acts 2 : 28
Living Stones by Karin Wiseman
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “You also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house..” 1 Peter 2 : 5
Water of Life by Matt Hoile
The verse on the greetings card reads, “Whoever is thirsty, let him come.” Revelation 22:17
Abundance by Cindy Norris
Through our Christ, not through our worldly goods, we live a life of abundance. For in Christ, we are incomprehensibly, magnificently, wonderfully loved.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “They feast on the abundance of your house; you give them drink from your river of delights.” Psalm 36:8
In His Hand by Allison t Regnier
The Lord has used this sculpture to encourage many people struggling to trust Him with abandonment like a child or for faith in the midst of infertility.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, ” I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41: 10
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Symbolically, two sculptures were formed from the same block of clay. The first; a bride and groom called, “The Dance”; and the second, a baby in a hand from the clay filling the empty spaces and insides of the first. After seven years of marriage we were told it would be very unlikely for us have a child. This little embryo of a child cradled in a hand became a visual prayer request for the child that I desired but did not have. As I struggled to let go of my desire to be a mother, I sensed God was telling me to rest like a little baby in His hand. When against all odds we did have a child, it seemed just like when God blew the breath of LIFE into Adam when He formed him out of the clay. Our awesome Creator is truly The LORD of Life! This sculpture has been seen by thousands of people in churches in the USA and France as part of a visual testimony during worship services.
Dancing Angels by Tim Steward
‘Dancing Angels’ was inspired by Psalm 23 which speaks of the beauty of His dwelling place.
On reverse of card: “Praise the Lord, you his angels, you mighty ones who do his bidding, who obey his word.” Psalm 103:20
Bwana Asifiwe by Tim Steward
Bwana Asifiwe translates ‘Praise the Lord’ in Swahili and was spoken with great gusto in the church I was part of when visting Mvumi in Tanzania. The colours and vibrancy of the piece are very much in response to the joy and freedom of the people I met there.
On reverse of card: “He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God.” Psalm 40:3
I exalt Thee by Alison Powell
This painting is taken from a photograph of a boy from the Burma/Thai border, worshipping in his local church. I don’t know his name but I just love the way he seems totally lost in worship, surrendered to his Lord, just how I want to be!
Dance in the light by Cindy Norris
She twirls and spins and moves her feet. Her joy in the love of our Lord is complete. For the tomb, once closed, has now opened wide. And our Lord, which it held, is no longer inside.
On reverse of card: “Let them praise his name with dancing and make music to him with timbrel and harp.” Psalm 143:9
Covered with Grace by Cindy Norris
We have all had those times – those terrible times – when we just feel broken. We feel stripped bare of everything which brings us peace. It is in these times that we pray so very hard for God to come and rescue us and He pours his grace down over us, clothing us in love and peace.
On reverse of card: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9
Hear our prayer by Alison Powell
In June 2010, some missionaries from our church gave a presentation on the work that they had been doing on the Burma/Thai border. When I saw this image I was totally blown away by the beauty of the scene.
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It was as if you could hear the girls’ whispers and feel their devotion to God and I felt compelled to recreate the scene in a painting. From left to right, these girls are called, Naw CheeChee, Popa daw & Naw Salaboo.
Shepherds by Paul Robertson
Luke’s gospel is my main inspiration for this picture, painted in 2010, as part of a series about angels involved in the Christmas story. I had to make sure that I did not contradict what the Bible says, but felt free to interpret the scene as I imagined it.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.” Luke 2 : 10
Refuge by John Reilly
Deuteronomy Chap 33: 27
The eternal God is thy refuge and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee.
This verse appears on the back of the greetings card.
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Romans Chap 8: 35. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Matthew Chap 24: 6,7. And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled….. For nation shall rise against nation and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famine, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places. Matthew Chap 11: 28. Come unto me , all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Footprints by Margaret Fishback Powers. My precious, precious child. I love you and I would never, never leave you during your times of trials and suffering. When you see only one set of footprints it was then that I carried you.
Darkness is as light to you by Sue Newham
Psalm 139 has always been so reassuring to me, reminding me that God knows everything about me and is always close by.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “If I say, “Surely the darkness will hide me and the light become night around me,” even the darkness will not be dark to you. Psalm 139 : 11-12
The Lamb by Howard Banks
The lion of Judah- the Lamb that was slain
Rising Up by James Martin
‘Those whose hope is in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles …’ (Isaiah 40, 31).
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I love to paint big cloudscapes with their drama of huge space, light and shadow. Soaring like eagles in God’s warmth and light is what this is about.
Pour over me by Sue Newham
This reflects my desire to stand and soak in the living waters of God.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water.” Psalm 63 : 1
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The waterfall image is one that has become very personal, capturing the cry of my heart, “Lord, I want more of your love, power and presence in my life!” This is the fifth painting of the same title and I am sure that I will paint more.
Resurrection morning by James Martin
Conveying the emotion and amazement of Mary Magdalene as she meets the risen Lord outside the tomb, the stark reality of the empty tomb and graveclothes, just as described in Johns’s gospel, chapter 20
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This image and its particular viewpoint had been in my mind for many years before I tried creating it as a painting.
Calvary by James Martin
A meditation on the Calvary scene; the dark and red-tinged cloudscape speaks of sacrifice and earth- shattering forces at work, while the brightly lit edge of cloud high above reminds us of final victory.
Green Pastures by John Reilly
Psalms Chap 23: 1,2.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
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Philippians Chap 4: 19. But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in Glory by Jesus Christ. Matthew Chap 11: 28. Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
He goes before them by Diane Fairfield
This painting was inspired by a very old photo taken in Israel of a shepherd with his sheep. I have a passion for the Shepherd message that Scripture uses so often
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It speaks so wonderfully of His love for us and His watching care. Much of the area where I live looks very much like Israel so I used my own photos of this environment to support constructing the painting. The scriptures that spoke to me concerning this image are mostly from the book of John, chapter 10. I named it after verse 4: “And when he brings out his own sheep, he goes before them; and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice.” We are to follow Him in perfect peace and order.
Saviour Redeemer by Paul Robertson
Throughout history, God has intervened to rescue and provide hope for His people. This layered picture builds up the story.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “I, the Lord, am your Saviour, your Redeemer, the mighty one of Jacob.” Isaiah 60 : 16
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At the bottom of the picture is a shape resembling Canary Wharf labelled Mammon. It has two crystal balls by it, showing that, for some people, money has been a god. The next layer marks opposition to the gospel, with unrelated jigsaw pieces floating against a threatening background. The over-arching rainbow, made with perfectly interlocking jigsaw pieces, shows God’s rescue plan, leading to a time “When peace shall over all the earth its ancient splendours fling, and the whole earth give back the song that now the angels sing.”
Magnificat by Deborah Last
Mary realises she is the mother of God and declares the power of this knowledge as she is meeting with her cousin Elisabeth.
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The Magnificat is a wonderful declaration of faith and trust and I imagined Mary caught up in the moment of realisation and wonderment. A young girl, no older than 16, perhaps 14 chosen to take on such a daunting and amazing role.
For me by Rebecca Newell
As I began the background works on this painting: meditation, prayer, studying the bible and sketching, I began to except the reality of the physical destruction of Christ’s body.
On reverse of card: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
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‘For Me’ took over a month to work on but only a couple of days to paint and it represents a significant point in my own Christian understanding. As a child I had imagined myself doing something noble to help Christ as he carried the cross to his crucifixion. Understanding, as an adult with a certain amount of life experience and mistakes behind me, I realised that I had in fact nailed the hands of my most precious friend to the cross myself. My whole perspective changed as the weight of what Christ did for me hit me. I felt angry that Christ had done this for me initially. Then the reality sunk in – it was him or me. I recognised for the first time the wholeness of God’s grace, forgiveness and love. It was awe-inspiring. The knowledge of Christ’s resurrection washed over me with a new understanding of my humanity and the immensity of his grace in being my friend. ‘For Me’ features in ‘Your Bible’ by Redemptorist Publications and hangs at Queens Ecumenical College, Birmingham
Our Humble God by Howard Banks
Another favourite from the previous Veritasse collection
The Helper by Howard Banks
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.” John 14 : 26
Steps of faith by Howard Banks
This is image is one of the most popular images from the previous Veritasse collection.
Light in the darkness by Dawn Waters-Baker
I prayed a long time about this painting as I wanted to show hope in suffering in a way that everyone could relate to.
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At first I had a wheelchair in the picture but then thought that would make the viewer feel, “that’s them” instead of seeing themselves in it. For that reason, I had the figure seated much like he was just getting up from bed and the weight of his day is just crashing in on him like a storm. I love the emotion of the sky (as many of you know that’s something I love to paint) and so I felt that it would lend itself to how suffering feels: like there is nothing but darkness. I painted a quiet soft light coming in on the right as God’s presence. He is not overtaking the man and in some sense the man has not even noticed the light yet but God is there.
Life Line by Jen Smith
Life line is a land art work and was created in 2006 on Ynyslas Beach between tides. It was temporary and what is left is the photographic print of the work.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John 10 : 10
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At the time I was exploring the correlation between the aging process in man and the weathering of the land. This was not about creation but led on to other works, interpreting the text of Genesis. As I was creating the work many people came up to me on the beach and asked about it. The print has caused some interest as it can play with perspective and perception when it is rotated.
Drawn to the Light by Dawn Pretty
Thinking about signatures, and artists signing their work, thereby increasing their value, I noticed how all aspects of the world conform to a pattern.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8 : 12
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Be it lightning, rivers, veins in plants and animals, trees, or a person standing with arms raised in prayer to God, the shape of a Y is integral to everything. I see it as the artist’s style, the signature of Yahweh. I wrote a poem and did a series of works based on this. The forked fish tails, just another example of a beautifully designed creature, signed by Yahweh. THE REASON Y In the beginning…When surprised, ‘Oh my God’ is cried. Y ‘Jesus’ Y With passion, but without meaning or intent. Words exclaimed, but no response required. In the end…’why,’ is asked. Cried. But no answer is wanted. The name of God is Yahweh. The alpha and omega, the beginning and the end. Some say the words with intent. Hear the reply. See God’s signature running through life. The Y, and the answer. Veins of truth repeatedly echoed in nature’s design. Proclaimed in lightning. Whispered as intimate chromosome. Branches signalling pathways to the knowledge of one In whose image we are made.
In His Presence by Sara Lane
“In His Presence” has figures in different positions, worshipping God.
The verse on the back of the card reads, “You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence,” Psalm 16 : 11
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If you look closely at some of the gold lines you’ll see why the picture is called ‘In His Presence’! I painted this for a couple who are worship leaders in our church and run an old people’s home.
The Pearl of Great Price by Lydia Helene Irving
I like the symbolism used in Jesus’ parables in the Gospels, especially this story of a man recognising the value of what he finds.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “..he went away and sold everything he had and bought it..” Matthew 13 : 46
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In this case, a mystery, a secret, something hidden, something found, something discovered! And the fact that the merchant surrendered all for this one pearl. Matthew 13v45-46 “The Kingdom of Heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls…”
Breakthrough 1 by Harvey Bradley
My idea was to express the power of the Holy Spirit smashing through the elements of the Passion to create a new reality – freed of the confines of human pain and suffering.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive in the Spirit.” 1 Peter 3 :18
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Initially started as a pen drawing, I developed this theme using oil pastels. This painting has been seen in a number of settings, including Chichester and Chelmsford Cathedrals, and the responses have been interesting. Most people, who have spoken to me, have been inspired by the movement of the dove (image of Holy Spirit) whilst others have noted an image (unintentional from my part) of the nativity – thus uniting the themes of death and birth (rebirth).
Wedding at Cana by Rosemarie Adcock
The painting depicts Jesus’ first miracle when He turned water into wine. I wanted to focus on what it must have been like for the wedding party, the humiliated groom who had no more wine to serve his guests, and the stunned faces of the onlookers.
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People who see the painting usually ask about the groom, or about Mary who is seated at the right end of the table, looking at a spilled glass of wine, a symbol of the blood of her Son soon to be spilled out for all mankind. Sometimes people pose before this painting, as it is somewhat large, and subsequent photographs give the appearance that they are sitting at the table. This is a painting of a very happy time in our Lord’s life, the delight of answered prayer, the surprise of God’s miraculous intervention in the little things in our lives, which at the moment of need are never little.
Immanuel by Dawn Waters-Baker
Dawn say, “I started this piece before Christmas. In the picture, I have Joseph’s hand holding baby Jesus, just after birth, with the umbilical cord still there.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” Isaiah 7 : 14
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I have always been so in awe of the kind of man Joseph must have been, not only to take this baby as his own, but to help his wife give birth in a stable. Truly Jesus was blessed by both His fathers. The second hand is of God the Father, as he cups the dark earth, yet also releases His precious son into a harmful world. That is depicted by the lamb silhouette behind baby Jesus’ head and also by the thorns around the world, a prelude to the crown of thorns that His Son will wear at His death. How much love it took to give us such a precious, vulnerable life, yet God did not spare His Son but gave Him as a “ransom for many.” Many times we see Jesus in quiet repose after birth, with Mary tenderly holding him, her hair all combed, as they both looked freshly bathed. I know that newborns sleep and, when they sleep, they do look so peaceful and sweet. I also know that newborns cry. Sometimes their cries are more like screams, as they get used to this new, hard world. That is how I wanted to depict Jesus. He was put in our skin to feel the cold and hurts that we do. Although sinless, He was fully human. I wonder if, on the night of His birth, the Father Himself even cried, as He saw His small son in the arms of teenagers, dutifully following Roman law in Bethlehem. I liked the cyclical feel of this graphite drawing and wanted the viewer to feel drawn into the picture.” » See more art by Dawn
Take and Eat by Yvonne Bell
One of Yvonne’s stunning paintings onto silk.
The verse on the back of the greetings card reads, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” 1 Corinthians 11 : 24
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