When Art Starts Speaking Back

There’s something about seeing a painting out of the studio light — catching it in the middle of the day as I walk past with laundry or Lucas on my hip — that changes how I see it:

Sometimes the only way to find the next step is to stop searching for it.

One of the pieces finally has a name: “Surrender.” It felt right:

This second painting is potentially feeling finished (or almost finished) too, though its name hasn’t come yet:

The other two are still finding their way — and I’m constantly reminding myself that that’s okay. I’m learning to give them time.

Some progress shots from this week:

It’s hard for me to rest in the in-between. I want things resolved, complete, done. But every time I rush ahead, I miss what God is trying to show me through the waiting.

This verse has been sitting with me this week:

“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10

It’s such a simple instruction, but it carries so much peace. Stillness doesn’t mean giving up; it means trusting that God is already working — even when I can’t see the outcome yet.

Thank you for being here — for reading, praying, and walking alongside me through every step of this process.

Warmly in Him,

Martina

P.S. Just a weekly reminder that I’ll be at the Sheep River Library on November 21st with homemade cookies — I’d love to see you there if you’re local. 20% of sales go directly to the library: