Tess’s First Communion: A Pastel Portrait

Tess’s First Communion: A Pastel Portrait

A word, a kindly smile, will often suffice to gladden a wounded and sorrowful heart. – St. Thérèse of Lisieux “Tess’s First Communion”, 9×12″,  pastel on Canson Velvet Pastel Paper by Annie Dash Studios Tess is a sweet and...
Our Savior: A Pastel Portrait of Jesus Christ

Our Savior: A Pastel Portrait of Jesus Christ

I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me. – Philippians 4:13 “Our Savior”, 9.5×12″ pastel on paper by Annie Dash Studios We are living in an age of anxiety, a time of distress, and few are unaffected by the weight of the...
Kathleen: A Pastel Portrait

Kathleen: A Pastel Portrait

Nothing is as strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as true strength. – St. Francis De Sales  “Kathleen”, 9.5×12″,  pastel on Pastelmat by Annie Dash Studios I’m delighted to share “Kathleen”, a pastel portrait of my...
Andrew, My Husband: A Pastel portrait

Andrew, My Husband: A Pastel portrait

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. – Matthew 5:9  “Andrew, My Husband”, 9×12″,  pastel on paper by Annie Dash Studios My beloved husband, Andrew, has been a consistent source of love, inspiration,...
Peonies: A Pastel Floral Portrait

Peonies: A Pastel Floral Portrait

 “Peonies”, 9×12″ pastel on paper by Annie Dash Studios Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable— if anything is excellent or...