Happy New Year, Friends!  I’ve been painting in oils for a few years just for fun, and it’s been tremendously gratifying.  However, I recently tried a different medium after a flash of inspiration one morning when I was trying to think of the perfect gift for a friend. I saw in my mind a watercolor version of the traditional image of Our Lady of Good Counsel—but I didn’t have any watercolors!

So I dug through my daughter’s art supplies and found some watercolor pencils. After sketching it out, I held my breath and said a prayer when it was time to add the water. Happily, it all worked out. I then added a little white oil paint for the veil and gold leaf for the halo.  I love the tenderness between them!

The reaction on Facebook was so overwhelming when I posted the image, I decided to open this little Etsy shop for those of you who would like to have your own signed copy. My hope is to add more artwork as I create it.  To visit my Etsy store, KittyClevelandArt, click here.  I hope you love it!

May God bless you now and always,

Kitty