“Instead of laying down a list of expectations of what your life should be, you can participate in the ongoing discovery of what God has designed your life to be.”

“When something beautiful strikes your eye, stop and gaze at it. Let it overwhelm your spirit and comfort your restless heart.”

“The unique, one-of-a-kind canvas of our existence is meant to be an inspiration to others—a true joy to behold and a heaven-sent blessing to those we meet and to the world around us. Paint your own life’s painting with the radiant colors of joy, peace, and the caring of your heavenly Father.”

“I believe that catching a vision for simplicity is the vital prerequisite for dealing with the storms of life, for exiting the fast lane and for changing our lives for the better.”

“I realized that my life and my talent are gifts, and they have been given to me for the purpose of helping others. So what I wanted to do as a painter was not just to express myself, but to create pictures that encouraged people, that brought them a sense of peace and joy, that inspired them to catch a vision for a better life.”

“Creative living at its best involves a rhythm of intense work and not-so-intense work, of times when you do something new and times when you simply enjoy a routine. It involves a balanced mix of the mental and the spiritual and the physical.”