About a month ago I finished up a commission for a thirteenth birthday gift for a young man named Jesse. The piece was commissioned by his aunt and grandmother (who are twin sisters!) and I had the honor of hearing Jesse’s story and how God has been working in his life.
I was asked to paint him from a photo taken (without him knowing) of this young man worshipping God at a youth conference. They liked another piece I have on Etsy with a painted beach background, and they felt this scripture would be significant encouragement to him. I adapted the piece as shown below.
It was a joy to work on this, knowing that God was using my particular gifts to create something that this young man of God will treasure for years to come. Thirteen is generally regarded by many cultures/faiths as a kind of “rite-of-passage” when a young boy or girl begins to be recognized in various ways as a maturing young man or maturing young woman.
Below is a photo I was sent of Jesse holding his gift, and some comments that were made about the artwork.
If this inspires you with ideas of a special painting or calligraphy gift I might custom-create for you, please Contact Me (eileenslifer@lettersource.com) .
