Hail Mary (after Madonna by Sassoferrato)

oil on canvas

This painting is a devotional copy inspired by the serene images of Giovanni Battista Salvi (1609–1685), an Italian Baroque artist known as Sassoferrato. His work is celebrated for its stillness, luminous colour, and contemplative spirituality, often portraying Virgin Mary in quiet prayer.

Created in 2026, this piece follows the long artistic tradition of copying sacred works as both technical study and act of devotion. Through layered acrylic and oil, and finished with a gloss varnish, the painting seeks to echo the clarity and reverence of the original while expressing a personal engagement with Mary.

This work will be gifted to Father Greg Merkley, from Immaculate Heart of Mary parish in Winona.

Porto

acrylic on canvas

This painting captures a quiet moment from a mother-son journey, with Ben moving through the narrow pathways of Porto. It reflects both the beauty of our surroundings and the deeper experience of shared time – where exploration, connection, and memory intertwine. The scene holds a sense of movement and reflection, preserving not just where he walked, but what the moment meant.

Emma 

acrylic on canvas

This close-up painting focuses on Emma, wrapped against the cold, with a knitted scarf drawn up to partially veil her face. The tight framing draws attention to texture, warmth, and presence rather than setting, inviting the viewer into an intimate, quiet moment. The obscured features add a sense of mystery and softness, suggesting both protection from the winter air and a reflective inwardness, where warmth is held not just in fabric, but in the stillness of being.

Airborne 

acrylic on canvas

This painting depicts Sgt. Divito of The Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada at Juno Beach, created in honour of the 80th anniversary of D-Day. He is shown in a moment of quiet reflection, taking in the significance of the place and what it represents. The Canadian flag behind him stands as a strong symbol of remembrance, grounding the work in service, sacrifice, and national pride.

Crown of Thorns

oil on canvas

This painting, The Crown of Thorns, reflects on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ through a stark and powerful symbol of suffering, sacrifice, and love. The crown is presented as the central focus, inviting contemplation of Christ’s passion and the depth of His offering.

The piece is also created as a personal gift for Peter Hoffbauer, offered in support of his discernment toward a consecrated life within the Catholic faith. It serves as both a meditation on Christ’s sacrifice and a gesture of encouragement on a spiritual journey marked by prayer, reflection, and calling.

St. Raphael (after Saint Raphael the Archangel by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo)

acrylic on canvas

Saint Raphael is one of the archangels in Christian tradition and is widely venerated as a symbol of healing, protection, and divine guidance. His name means “God heals,” reflecting his association with restoration, both of body and spirit, and the presence of God’s care in times of need.

In Christian art, Saint Raphael is often portrayed as a gentle yet powerful figure, representing comfort, discernment, and the quiet strength of God’s help along life’s journey.