The Atelier
Drawing and painting begin long before the brush touches the canvas; they begin with learning to “consider beauty.”
Throughout history, people have given what mattered most a visible form, preserving beauty, meaning, and memory so they could be carried forward.
At Consider the Lilies Atelier, we practice this same kind of attention—receiving what is before us, considering it more deeply, and allowing what we learn to shape not only what we create, but how we see the world. We study nature, the masters, stories, symbols, poetry, and traditions preserved through the centuries.
Christ’s invitation to “consider the lilies” is more than an invitation to look; it is an invitation to pay attention deeply enough to learn. Here, we consider beautiful things not only for what they are, but for what they can teach us about their Creator.
The more closely we see, the more deeply we understand—and the more there is to wonder at, appreciate, and give thanks for.
Here in the Atelier, I share what I love and continue to learn about art, beauty, nature, and God’s creation—with the hope of inspiring curiosity and wonder, and helping us see the world more deeply.
Whether it is a flower opening in a garden, a beautiful piece of music, light falling across a room, a good book, or the face of someone we love, we are doing more than simply enjoying beautiful things. We are receiving them with joy and gratitude.
From time to time, I’ll share complimentary lessons and studies in drawing and painting, art history and the great masters, composition, color, light, symbolism, nature, literature, music, poetry, and other things that have shaped the way I see and create.
Come as you are—whether you are picking up a pencil for the first time, are a lifelong lover of learning, or simply want to sit and consider with us.
Things to Consider
Learn to see more deeply.
We look closely at nature, the masters, stories, symbols, and the beautiful traditions that have taught artists to see for centuries—considering light, color, form, composition, and the meaning held within them.
Through drawing and painting, we practice this way of seeing: training the eye to notice, the mind to consider, and the hand to give what we have discovered a visible form.
Look beyond what is immediately seen.
Through art, nature, people, history, literature, stories, and symbols, we become curious about what lies beneath the surface—its story, meaning, and purpose.
Our minds gain deeper understanding, and our considering becomes heartfelt. Our studies and creative work invite discovery, imagination, and a deeper sense of wonder at God’s creation.
Give what matters a visible form.
When we truly see something, we begin to recognize its worth. Throughout history, people have preserved what they loved, believed, and remembered through the things they made. What is felt in the heart moves outward through the work of our hands.
Through drawing, painting, and creating, we give form to the beauty, truths, stories, and memories for which we are grateful—preserving what matters so it can be remembered and carried forward.
Let what we create become a gift.
Beauty and truth can comfort, encourage, teach, and remind us of what is good. Through our art, we look for ways to share what we have received—creating work that can bring light, beauty, and hope into another’s life.
In this atelier, original paintings and other works are offered to be carried into new homes, with a portion of the proceeds given to humanitarian efforts serving those in need. In this way, what begins as something considered and created can become the fruit of all that has been considered—a gift shared in love.
The more you consider beauty,
the more you begin to see it everywhere.
— Anonymous —
