By Day and By Night illustration

2012 illustration by Santha Cartwright — “By Day and By Night”

I sat down with my Drawing class last year during sketchbook time and sketched too; I wanted to sort of set the tone. I think the sun came first. This year I started laying in color and this illustration is the result…it’s the first finished piece I’ve completed in years, really, since life is so busy. It was so incredibly cathartic and enjoyable just working on it. It’s reminiscent of Psalm 121, one of my favorites, so I included the first two lines. I didn’t include, but wanted to, “The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night.” So poetic, and true.

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I am an art teacher, mother of two awesome boys, and follower of the Way - Jesus Christ. I like to read, draw, create, write, flower garden, drink coffee, and be inspired by beautiful things. I like cats, mountains, autumn, chocolate, and many more things. I love the truth, and honor, and imagination. I like silver. Roses.

1 Comment

  • Amy J.

    November 12, 2012 at 5:55 am Reply

    I remember all the cards and gifts with Mary Engelbreit I used to buy you…you totally were inspired here by her Santh!! Love it. Love you friend.

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