My Marian Art & Francis Home Altar

I created this mixed media piece I call “The Heart of Mary” a few days ago. It sits in my front room on the windowsill. This piece is one of a few Marian and sacred artworks that will be available in my shop.

Additionally, I have a personal website that is dedicated to my passion for Sacred Art. I truly cherish it, and as an artist and enthusiast for Bible stories and history,  I had to grow out of my timidness about sharing it.

In 2017, I had a strong spiritual encounter with a statue of St. Therese of Liseux. A devout friend of mine from our hospital days saw her crying with me while we gave her flowers during a Basilica visit. In my naivete, I thought it was a bad thing. We were the only ones who saw it, and for some reason, no one came near us, and we were in a high trafficked area. Obviously,  it was good. My daughter lived thirty more days beyond her hospice expectancy after that sighting. Since then, I have seen miracles I am sure most people may not see. However, I hope you do.

I first began making Marian Art in 2022. There are lots of drawings and some paintings.  My most notable one is when Our Lady made her presence known in my largest painting as Our Lady of Zeitun.  It was beautiful. I called it “Good Morning.” It will be in my next book.

I have also  written about my statute de San Martin which was blessed by Pope Francis in Peru. I treasure it. It’s now in my home studio. In the picture is my personal memorial to him for the year. He had a meaningful legacy and a gentle heart. This is my way of keeping his memory alive in our home for the year. I think the picture of Mary just elevates the serenity of the space even more.

When I walk by it, I feel a presence that calls me to step lighter and speak softer.

Today, I am sharing one pillar of what has gotten me through times of anger, sadness, isolation, and even childishness–Mary. But it’s an even greater reminder that miracles still happen.