"Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labor in vain."
Psalm 127
I felt drawn to sketch it out. Layer homes on homes and then plaster each together with a trowel of mortar (the pink paint) and soften it with overgrown trees. All of my homes come together to create one place ~ where I stand right now.
I really like it. I may do the whole idea again.
I am seeing more and more the symbolism behind the things I am creating ~ the concepts, visions, ideas. They all come from a place deep inside. I seriously do not plan all that much before I start. Typically it will be a word or form or a color. Interesting that our deep spiritual centers want to create with "eyes that (really) see and ears that (really) hear"?
This is the place I feel most alive and at peace. You too?
You know that crazy feeling when you are attached instantly to a work of art and don't know why? Perhaps take photos for hours of something you hadn't cared about before or be drawn to a particular style or color?
Some days it makes so much sense - or - it takes years before the focus/awareness happens?
One day we look and say "Yes!"
"That is why I had such a fetish for pink paint!"
And there are moments when I step outside (so often this summer) and see the heavenly realms touching this space. My little place on earth.
This overwhelmingly reminds me of my wee-little-tininess and the absolute reliance I have on God's clear focus and care. His beautiful creation lit up for me to see, nothing hidden.
Do rainbows take your breath away, too?
Is He showing me~
His home touching
My home?
What is calling to you in your art, your work, your quiet thoughts?
Much love this restful & healing week~
grace and peace,
jj
You SEE the world Junelle, the way I FEEL it. I don't have the same artistic ability, although I'm trying to express it in that way... your newest page is absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteJunelle, your "absolute reliance on God's clear focus and care" inspires me so much. You dwell in beautiful places and you are full of such spirit, heart and soul. Your artwork express exactly that. I'm just at loss for words.
ReplyDeleteYes, rainbows takes my breath away - on a few occasions I've seen a rainbow like the one you've captured where it's like it finishes right in front of your feet. It's awesome that sense of unseen magic it brings with it.
Thanks for the link to Sadee's post - it's quite brilliant.
xo
Oh stunning page and photos! Love the rainbow and your question "His home touching My home?" Just amazing. We had a gorgeous double rainbow once but I didn't have my camera with me. Your photo reminds me of that and God's amazing love and promises. Thank you for being such a light! Blessings,
ReplyDeleteYou inspire me in so many different ways. I need to carry my camera with me always - for those special moments.
ReplyDeleteKay
Just a little extra on the side...
ReplyDeleteDon't know if you're familiar with this:
http://dowhatyouloveforlife.com/swap/
but thought you might find it fun. I'm joining in.
xo
Wow, your page is amazing. I love the combination of pictures and media. Also love your testimony to the greatness and closeness of our personal God and Heavenly Father!
ReplyDeleteI love your style and your attitude. It is quite inspiring.
ReplyDeleteyour artwork is so inspiring in so many ways, as are your posts!! so glad i found your blog!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful collection of houses, Junelle! The painting of your barn is especially sweet. I love how your pink "mortar" pulled it all together; I think I can relate to how sometimes forgotten scraps are rediscovered at just the right time to help create something fresh and new!
ReplyDeletep.s. Thank you for linking my scissors post here! You are such a sweet friend :).
This was all breathtaking for me. I love all of it, so much story and truth shared in one little post. I love the art and the God's beauty you share with us, thank you for sharing and helping me feel more.
ReplyDeleteMissing you.
ReplyDeleteKay