Author: Maria Lang

This Christmas, I got one of the most special commissions I’ve ever had.  My sister Beth asked me to paint this for her husband Justin.  I think it speaks for itself.  But it was such a joy to work on.

“Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 I think it’s neat that we’re given so much freedom about how to pray constantly.  There are so many ways to pray.  … Continue readingPray Constantly

Recently I was at a conference and one of the speakers briefly mentioned the conversation Mary may have had with little Jesus (Yeshua) about how he was conceived. Wait…think how special a conversation that would have been!!! Whether it happened or not, just the thought … Continue readingConnecting with Little Yeshua

During our engagement photo shoot (done by my sister!) my husband Silvio and I got to dance in one of the hallways at our old school.  I had to paint it.

John chapter 11 tells the story of the death of Jesus’ dear friend Lazarus.  I am struck in this passage by the depth of feeling Jesus has for the people he has grown close to.  When Mary dashes out of her home to meet him, … Continue readingJesus Wept

Recently I got to go with my family on the annual trip to the beach.  We’ve gone every year, and we always camp out about a mile from the ocean. As we all get older and move off to make our own lives, time like … Continue readingStarlight Music

One of the best parts of my childhood was the annual trip to the beach.  What great bonding time as a family, but also–the freedom of the ocean, the wildness and the presence of God! This is a painting of my sister and me facing … Continue readingFacing Adventure

Happy Father’s Day! This painting is of a moment I dreamed of my whole life, and a memory I now cherish–the father-daughter dance at my wedding. We danced to the “Christmas Waltz” from the Cowboy Christmas CD that holds so many memories for my family. … Continue readingFather-Daughter Dance

I painted this picture for Mother’s Day.  The picture speaks for itself–a precious moment leading up to my wedding.