Approaching Hope Across the Storm.

Approaching Hope Across the Storm  is a work where presence and resilience meet in quiet, steadfast harmony. This mixed media piece, measuring 56 by 44 inches, reveals a vision of Jesus standing calmly amid restless, deep green waves. His white robe seems to dissolve seamlessly into the sea, a deliberate blending that portrays serene authority over turbulent waters rather than mere survival within them. 

The background supports this feeling with a glowing sunset sky: warm orange hues mixed with soft grays softly illuminate the scene, offering a sense of peace that transcends the storm’s energy. Jesus’s expression—peaceful, confident, and sure—anchors the composition. His calm gaze invites a moment of reflection on hope that remains firm, even when surrounded by chaos.

In creating this artwork, I was drawn to the compelling contrast between movement and stillness, uncertainty and assurance. The process involved layering textures and tones in a way that allowed the water to feel alive and shifting, while the figure stood composed and unwavering. It was important that the robe not just clothe Jesus but connect him to the environment, symbolizing a harmony between divine grace and the natural world’s unpredictability.

Approaching Hope Across the Storm is a meditation on care that carries strength without strain—like a quiet hand reaching through turmoil to gently hold what is most vulnerable. It stands as an invitation to find steadiness amid life’s fluctuating trials and to recognize that hope often arrives not by avoiding difficulty, but by meeting it with calm purpose and tender confidence.

This piece encourages viewers to consider the ways in which peace and hope can coexist with challenge, reflecting a protective presence that neither shrinks from the storm nor is overwhelmed by it. It is an image of care embodied as enduring strength—a vision I hope will resonate deeply with those seeking reassurance and grace in uncertain times.