I
had opportunity last week to visit the studio of artist Carol Winner again.
I
don’t miss a chance to see what she’s doing any time I’m in her area, because
I’ve never seen anyone with a more diverse talent, or with a keener eye for
seeing and interpreting the world around us.
Carol
creates both two-dimensional and three-dimensional works. According to her
website, “Her
current two-dimensional work combines drawing, painting and photography, using
image transfer, charcoal, papers, acrylic paint and found objects”
Her three dimensional work includes jewelry,
purses, and amazing whimsical sculptures.
I love the palette she uses in her paintings and
could stand for hours just studying her technique.
When I leave Carol’s studio, I want to make
something. There’s a reason for that. We were created in the image of the
creator (Genesis 1:27). Our creative natures spring from the one whose artistry
is displayed in all of creation. “In the beginning God created . . .” (Genesis
1:1). When I see God’s creativity splashed over canvases through an artist’s
human hands, I’m inspired to allow Him to make something through me for His
glory.
I often hear folks say they don’t have time to be
creative. However, what do we have time for? It’s important not to deny a special
part of us that so much reflects the one who formed us. It takes an intentional effort.
So, today click on over and look at Carol’s work here.
And then paint, sculpt, knit, stamp, scrapbook, sew, draw, write, woodwork, make jewelry, pen
a song, or whatever it is you do that feeds your own soul and gives glory to God.
I’d love to see what you come up with.