Brenda Stichter, artist

Pearl Lustrous, with a deep, subtle beauty, a pearl, when mentioned in the Bible, references something of extraordinary value. I find that to be so interesting on a philosophical level, since a pearl is formed because of an irritation. And seemingly, the longer the irritant is present, the larger and more precious the pearl becomes. Evidently the many thin layers of a pearl are what cause the iridescence that is so fascinating and beautiful.  SOLD 6" x 6" acrylic on canvas panel  The beauty of this natural illustration seems obvious to me. It models GOD, the Creator, bringing about loveliness from difficult situations, in my life and in all of HIS creation. How precious it is to me that HE will bring about grace and beauty from adversity! (I have to admit, though, the thought of enduring an irritant for a long time is not at all appealing!) Job 28:12-19 12 “But where shall wisdom be found?     And where is the place of understanding?  ... 17 Go...

Abstract 025 I am going to play 'catch up' for a few days, and post some work I did before my show. This little 6 x 6 abstract is one I really liked, and it sold at the show!  I have an idea of meaning in this piece, and it is the concept of standing alone, standing firm in difficult times.  SOLD 6 x 6  acrylic on watercolor paper Here are the verses that go with this one.  I Kings 19:10 ... And I alone am left; and they seek my life, to take it away.” Eph 6:13-14 Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm,  Stand firm therefore...