“..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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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
..moment of calm.. | #marchmeetthemaker There has been a lot going on in life, but I could not get through any of it without stepping aside from the worries/tasks and devoting time to prayer. As I become tempted to be anxious about the many things t
..product story.. | #marchmeetthemaker A couple years ago, I was preparing for a Stillness themed retreat with a friend. I wanted to make the schedule, Scripture passages, reflection questions, and calls to action available in a small booklet. As
..details.. | #marchmeetthemaker When I send out orders, I like to send a note and toss in a couple of prayer cards. It has been fun for me to add in these little details, and I have really enjoyed creating the prayer cards. Maybe I will make them
..day in the life.. | #marchmeetthemaker Every day is so different. Today has its own uniqueness. David & I were asked to serve as a newlywed panel for a high school senior retreat this afternoon. Please pray that we may be guided by the H
..challenge.. | #marchmeetthemaker One of my biggest challenges has been persevering through my fear of how others perceive me and what I am doing. The Lord has been so patient with me, continually drawing me back to seek His approval and not yours&
..collection.. | #marchmeetthemaker My inventory of cord & bead rosaries had been depleted for a while, but I added six new ones to the collection in the big update last week! Feel free to contribute to depleting my stock again! 😜 https://www.
..signature style.. | #marchmeetthemaker I think my messy paint sketches are the pieces where my personal style most comes through, but they do not make up the majority of my work—and many are rather hidden away in prayer reflection booklets.
..focus & priorities.. | #marchmeetthemaker Just a little over a year ago, I was single and living alone in an apartment. Now I live in a house with my husband, and we have a little one on the way. My focus & priorities with my art apostolat
..today I’m making.. | #marchmeetthemaker The only art I have made today is not ready to be shared (a birthday card for one of my nieces). I have a baby forming inside of me, though, so that’s something. 😉🙃🥹🫠🥰🤰🏻 #favoritecreatio
..your brand.. | #marchmeetthemaker My hope for my brand is that it be authentic, raw, and prayerful. I try to share glimpses into the process rather than just finished products. When I started out, it was super intimidating to be vulnerable wit
..tasks.. | #marchmeetthemaker Over the past several weeks, one of my tasks was restocking as many rosaries as I was able before the vendor show. I completely (and intentionally) neglected the tasks of taking product photos and adding them to the on