When I was church secretary at First Presbyterian Church in Missoula, MT I wanted to create something for the empty office walls. That was the only part of the job I didn’t like, the walls. Being a part of this church and congregation was a blessing that I will feel for the rest of my life. It is a church full of love and acceptance. A church that truly walks in the Word. Before I left the job for traveling opportunities I promised (mostly to myself) to paint the last supper.

The painting I studied for this piece is “The Last Supper” by Jacopo Bassano (circa 1546). I love the emotion in the painting. The emotions I wanted to capture were of sadness, confusion and love. Pure love. When painting this piece I kept the apostles eyes closed because I think, like them, our faith is still looking for the evidence. Which is not faith at all. From John 13:36 – Simon Peter said to Him, “Lord, where are You going?” Jesus answered, “Where I go, you cannot follow Me now; but you will follow later.” 37Peter *said to Him, “Lord, why can I not follow You right now? I will lay down my life for You.” 38Jesus *answered, “Will you lay down your life for Me? Truly, truly, I say to you, a rooster will not crow until you deny Me three times.