Monday, February 28, 2011

"Light of Grace"by Sandra Reeves Cutrer $325.00

"Light of Grace" is painted on a 16"x20"x1" wrap around canvas (all sides painted), in oils with added texture.
I created "Light of Grace" with a direction of what it might feel like passing from life to death to heaven " in the blink of an eye". She looks as if she may be thinking of looking back, but not quiet. Maybe she is wondering what wonderful things are in store, but still has some vague memory of her very recent life before such sudden changes occurred. Is the light above her the "grace" in my title? Or, is her name Grace? Is this about God's grace to us all? I will allow the viewer to decide that. FREE shipping inside the USA.

For the Lord God is a Sun and Shield; the Lord bestows [present] grace and favor and [future] glory (honor, splendor, and heavenly bliss)! No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly. Psalm 84: 11



Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
sandrasart777@aol.com

Sunday, February 27, 2011

"King and Colors" in oil pastels by Sandra Reeves Cutrer

"King and Colors" is painted on a 14"x 16" pastel board with oil pastels. One of  few works that I've done in this medium. I really loved working with the oil pastels and hope soon to add few more pieces. He was such fun!
I love his bold colors and the look of thick texture in his mane. $100.00.00 NO shipping charges if mailed inside the USA!

1 Corinthians 16:13 (NIV)
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.

Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
sandrasart777@aol.com

Friday, February 25, 2011

Abstract by Sandra Reeves Cutrer

One of my newest abstracts, "Links" is painted in acrylics on a 16"x20"x2.5"(extra thick,professional) all sides painted,stretched linen canvas.I have used a bright copper paint, along with golds,reds,deep yellows, and browns. For me, the earthy colors created a very soothing mood. $125.00




Earthkeeping: Our Responsibility


We are care-takers. "The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to till and keep it," Genesis 2:15. The Hebrew words shamar and abad, usually translated as "till and keep" in this verse, could be just as accurately translated as "serve and preserve." The word shamar is also used in Numbers 6:24: "The Lord bless you and keep you." God desires that we treat the creation in the same way that God treats us.

Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
sandrasart777@aol.com

Thursday, February 24, 2011

"Methai" elephant in oils by Sandra Reeves Cutrer

"Methai" is one of the many Indian elephants that make their home at the Houston Zoo.

My husband and I took a trip a few weeks back, bringing along my newest digital camera. Most of the animals did not "behave" for photos, but I was blessed to catch several good shots of the elephants. They were so frisky that day, since it was a warm break from weeks of very cold weather. The calves were super frisky, which made it hard to catch even one good shot of those 200-350 pound babies.

"Methai" is painted in oils on an 8"x 10" clay board. Contact me at sandrasart777@aol.com

Sometimes I hear people questioning as to whether God is going to have animals in Heaven. As a Christian, I believe that heaven just wouldn't be heaven without animals. I believe that the Creator of millions of different species of animals, birds, insects and fish is a God who loves variety and adores all of His creation. A careful study of the Bible convinces me that Heaven will be richer in everything, including animal life than the most paradise-like part of earth we've ever seen so far. God said it has not entered in to the heart of man what He has in store for us. I love animals, and so does the one who created them. I even dream of seeing my beloved pets that I have lost in this life.

"This plan, which God will complete when the time is right, is to bring all creation together, everything in heaven and on earth, with Christ as head." Ephesians 1:10



Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
sandrasart777@aol.com
Texas Artist
cfai.com

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

"Wings of Freedom" flag painting in oils


"Wings of Freedom" was painted with appreciation for all of our American service men and women- from Texas or not. I saw a movie the other night called,” The Lost Valentine" with Betty White (who is nearly 90) made by the Hallmark company. What an awesome movie geared toward our service people- past and present, remembering the widows and other family members who lost their loved ones because of their ultimate sacrifice. It is about love for country, and the great bond that holds like super glue between comrades. I cried so hard I could hardly breathe. My dad is so proud of the years that he served in the Navy. As he ages, he talks about it more often. In this movie they have a moment or two that shows a few WWII vets. You could see the love and honor, the complete respect in their eyes for the body of their fallen comrade, although he had been missing in action for 66 long years.

May God bless and watch over all of those who are serving this great country today, yesterday, and tomorrow. May he keep angels watching over each one, and their families who sacrifice along with them. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Wings of Freedom is painted in oils on a 24"x 30" stretched canvas. Scroll through my listings for prices!

Please contact me at sandrasart777@aol.com with any questions. I also sell on Etsy.com.

Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

"Falling Leaves" in oils by Sandra Reeves Cutrer

Although this painting is now part of a private collection in New Orleans,LA, it remains one of my most favorite. Done in oils on a 16"x20" stretched linen canvas, with thick impasto added for texture. I love the rich colors and the rhythm of the work .The leaves seem to be floating off of the deep red background.
SOLD- prints are available at : Sandra-Cutrer.artistwebsites.com
"Here is a call for the endurance of the saints, those who keep the commandments of God and their faith in Jesus." Revelation 14:12 ESV

Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
sandrasart777@aol.com

Monday, February 21, 2011

"Life is Tough Sometimes"

Ms Bella is the second biggest supporter of my painting efforts (my husband Bob being my #1 fan). She is in my studio nearly every day, although she doesn't always stay, mind you. She has bigger things to do when the smell of turps and oils gets a might too strong, or my “inspirational” music, which can be classical all the way to down-home banjo picking, becomes a wee bit too loud for her sensitive ears (she prefers soft country).

When we are outside, in the patio studio, she seems to become a little light headed from the warm sunshine, (or maybe she is being hypnotized by the birds), but I get more vibes towards her approval on certain subjects that I paint (like painting her majesty). Other times it seems she is just becomes frazzled about my long hours of work without some much needed play time with her,where upon she will roll her favorite pink ball at my feet.And then there are just times when she just all out relaxes about the whole long process of  making sure that I get my work done. If only our lives were as simple as an indoor, spoiled, demanding feline. But, I love that girl…

Ecclesiastes 2:24: There is nothing better for a person than that he should eat and drink and find enjoyment  in his toil. This also, I saw, is from the hand of God...
Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
sandrasart777@aol.com

It's raining cats and dogs... by Sandra Reeves Cutrer

I totally enjoy painting pet portraits, in oils, so much! Here are a few of my custom/commissioned pieces. I hope you wil enjoy them.If yo...