“..may your art help to affirm that true beauty which, as a glimmer of the spirit of God, will transfigure matter, opening the human soul to the sense of the eternal..”

Saint John Paul II, Letter to Artists

 

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Andre is growing so fast! It is crazy to think that it has been almost six weeks. Time has been such a blur. Having a child has already stretched my heart and surrender so much, and I know this is only the beginning. He is such a gift, and I am so
I received news this morning that Grandpa Adam died late last night. There is peace knowing there has been an end to his suffering, but there are layers of grief that come in waves. My mind keeps going back to my childhood, playing on my grandparen
This journey of pregnancy has been so beautiful. For so many years it seemed impossible—breaking my spine and pelvis, questionable fertility, and even after incredible healings.... no man. There had been so many years of waiting, of fighting t
“As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Pater, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the lake—for they were fishermen. And he said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make you fish for people.
It was in these rocking chairs that I got to know David on retreat in January of last year… and where we got engaged last July. I was back at St. Meinrad for a conference last week, and it was a special moment to rock for a bit with my Andre
It is a rare occasion that my paint water jar contains something colorful. I am grateful for projects that stretch my creative comfort—and I am grateful for the lives of my niblings inspiring me to try new things. After painting a birthday ca
It has been pretty exciting to witness my belly stretch out for this quickly growing boy—and I discovered today that it makes a pretty decent shelf for my pliers. If you were wondering (or not).. yes, I am still taking commissions! đź”— mikayla
Almost done! It was exciting to watch the transformation today as more details were added. I am grateful for the break from the heat this morning that made me feel obligated to get out to my studio in our enclosed porch!
It can be a struggle to venture into the unfamiliar. I prefer to have a plan and an idea of how things will unfold. Art has challenged me in this area over and over again. I am grateful for the ways it has stretched me to experiment—to discov
Yesterday I had the opportunity to lead a group of young women in an imaginative prayer reflection. (Shoutout to Zoom, because they were all in Europe—technology can be such a gift.) Preparing a brief intro on imaginative prayer (aka Ignatian
Someone recently commented on how my belly is getting bigger. My immediate reaction was to point out that BABY is getting bigger. As I thought about it, though, it struck me that it is not just him growing within me and making me look bigger. I truly
All caught up on rosary orders! If you are ever in the market for a custom rosary, I would be happy to make one for you! https://www.mikaylaruthcatherine.com/customized-request And I have ready-made rosaries and chaplets available through my onlin
Not long after I moved to Vincennes, a new friend introduced me to Camera Club. I have not been able to make it to the meetings every month, but it has been such a great experience! I had hoped it would be a good creative and social outlet, but I am
My initial sketch was green… and not much more has been added. I considered waiting to share until the eyes were out of this spooky stage, but welcome to the process.
My lack of posting the past few weeks has not been for a lack of creating. It’s just that all my recent photos have been of ducks, mushrooms, and baby room progress. I have a bunch of rosaries ready to go, five on deck, and only one that stil
Sometimes nature is truly breathtaking… especially when you have a pollen allergy and asthma. No regrets, though. It was so refreshing to move around outside and see the beauties of creation. Grateful to share these adventures with David..
..vision.. | #marchmeetthemaker Earlier this week I moved my art studio out of Baby’s room and into our enclosed porch. It is still surreal that there is a life forming inside of me, so these tangible preparations have me pretty excited. It
..packaged.. | #marchmeetthemaker I have not shared an update on this painting in a while, but it has finally been packaged, shipped, and delivered. It was a bit intimidating to paint the actual people who would be receiving the painting, but I am