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An Artist’s Prayer
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An exhibit of works by Margaret Werlinger Nov. 18 through Jan. 16, 2008 |
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Artist’s Statement
Growing up on a farm
in western Minnesota, I acquired a love of nature and its never-ending beauty which are the main inspiration for my
A milestone in my career happened when Gina B. Designs accepted several of my art images for greeting card reproductions. They now appear in gift and stationary shops. A major milestone was ten years ago when I submitted one of my watercolor designs to Pro-Life Across America for their Annual Christmas Card. They accepted and now, each year I submit one or two designs and they reproduce them for one of their fund-raisers. I give thanks and praise to God for my talent. My relationship with God has shown me how blessed I am and I see that my talent has a purpose. When I paint these scenes after reading the stories and reflecting, I feel I am part of the scene that is developing before me. It is very rewarding to see how people respond to my painting of Jesus' life. To God be the glory… |
paintings. While
attending Southwest State University in Marshall, MN, I enrolled in
art history and general art courses. Over the past several years I
have attended many workshops with established artists who
taught me techniques in nature painting which encompass people,
landscapes, and flowers.
