1. Kathryn Fincher Heres The Church By Kathryn Fincher $150.00
Kathy Fincher joined Somerset House in September 2001 and "Here's the Church" is her first Somerset release. Her goal is to capture special moments experience by children as they interact with one another or something in their environment - and she accomplishes her goal expertly in each painting. She is a master of the pure pigment pastel, creating works that are radiant! Ms. Fincher's work has been included in 8 books to date.
2. Kathryn Fincher The Dream Keepers Canvas $250.00
The Dream Keepers Canvas - The Dream Keepers by Kathryn Fincher ~ A painting inspired by the events of September 11, 2001. During the events of that day, I had no desire to paint. I watched and I mourned. But artists cannot dodge their creativity, their means of expression, or their responsibility to their talent. As a painter that is a voice for the children, I could not remain silent. My first ideas were the obvious ones, such as children holding flags or pledging their allegiance. However, it was the memory of painting a mural in our church that motivated me. I helped the children to paint the rainbow above Noah's Ark by using their handprints."The Dream Keepers" is inspired from this memory. This composition allowed me the opportunity to suggest a cross above the flag by using the shadows from the windows. The seven children-- Biblically the perfect number-- with different skin tones, represent the seven continents. After the painting was completed, a friend pointed out the huge red, handprint at the base of the cross. Although it was unintentional, I felt that it was divinely placed. But the miracle I remember most is my experience after "The Dream Keepers" was completed. As with most of my paintings, I submit to my publisher the story "behind the scene." However, I was unable to find the time or the words to write. I was unaware that I was scheduled for an overnight trip to New York City. Once there, I realized my hesitancy, for I needed to see Ground Zero for confirmation to make "The Dream Keepers" complete. Ground Zero was blocked-off from the public. As it turned out, I spoke with a New York policeman and he escorted me inside the barricade, and arranged for my friends and I to have a private tour. The area outside the barricade was covered with flowers and memorials. With so much mourning, could I endure the devastation inside? I expected the experience inside to be similar. It was not. Within the barricade, there was a busy community. The workers were not in a rush and everyone worked together. There was a gentleness and kindness beyond measure that I had not experienced previously in New York or anywhere. Surrounding the huge pile of rubble were men and women, of all different ethnic backgrounds, working side by side. I realized that the unity and spirit of the workers was also reflected and protected by two churches facing one another, on either side of the rubble, both untouched. These churches served as a safe refuge to many on that tragic day. They continue to serve as a safe harbour for mourners and workers during the recovery effort. As I returned to the world outside the barricade, onlookers asked, "What was it like? Sad? Disgusting? What did you feel?" Some say our innocence is forever lost, we will never be the same. Maybe so. However, from my experience at Ground Zero, I was uplifted by a spirit of hope that was piled higher than any rubble or despair. I had seen... and I had met... "The Dream Keepers."
3. Kathryn Fincher Drawing Closer Canvas $250.00
Drawing Closer Canvas - Drawing Closer by Kathryn Fincher ~ HEBREWS 10:22a "...let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water."
4. Kathryn Fincher In His Hands Artist Proof $175.00
In His Hands Canvas Fourth in a series of paintings based on children in their church home, "In His Hands" is inspired by the traditional children's song "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands." These three young churchgoers are captivated by the radiant light pouring through the stained glass of Jesus knocking at the door; the light touching and resting on the faces of each child. As portrayed in the song and painting, God's hand reaches out and holds little bitty babies, you and me, brother and sister, in His hands. The stained-glass window of Jesus knocking at the door is one of twelve windows reflecting the life of Christ in artist, Kathy Fincher's, home church. As an active volunteer with children of all ages, Fincher strives to capture traditional songs and stories sung and shared for generations in traditional Sunday schools around the country. These three children are from the community of the artist. Fincher prays that some of the light that shines through the painting of the Christ knocking at the door, will reach out, touch, and open the hearts of the viewer.
5. Kathryn Fincher Jesus Loves Me Canvas $250.00
Jesus Loves Me Canvas - Jesus Loves Me by Kathryn Fincher ~ "Jesus Loves Me" is a celebration of the traditional song "Jesus Loves Me." These three siblings, grandchildren of Kathy's friend from church, individually represent a word from the verse. The oldest child pointing to her palm is demonstrating the sign language for "Jesus." The boy, hugging his upside-down music and singing at the top of his lungs, is sharing the universal language for "Loves." Approaching the two, much too young to read yet old enough to understand, is the baby pointing at her heart and using her limited vocabulary to repeat "Me." Kathy's prayer is that this painting will be an outreach for the viewer to join in. For as the chorus says... Yes! Jesus Loves You, TOO!
6. Kathryn Fincher In His Hands $400.00
In His Hands Canvas Fourth in a series of paintings based on children in their church home, "In His Hands" is inspired by the traditional children's song "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands." These three young churchgoers are captivated by the radiant light pouring through the stained glass of Jesus knocking at the door; the light touching and resting on the faces of each child. As portrayed in the song and painting, God's hand reaches out and holds little bitty babies, you and me, brother and sister, in His hands. The stained-glass window of Jesus knocking at the door is one of twelve windows reflecting the life of Christ in artist, Kathy Fincher's, home church. As an active volunteer with children of all ages, Fincher strives to capture traditional songs and stories sung and shared for generations in traditional Sunday schools around the country. These three children are from the community of the artist. Fincher prays that some of the light that shines through the painting of the Christ knocking at the door, will reach out, touch, and open the hearts of the viewer.
7. Kathryn Fincher Be A Cheerful Giver Artist Proof $175.00
Be A Cheerful Giver Artist Proof
8. Kathryn Fincher Be A Cheerful Giver $400.00
Be A Cheerful Giver
9. Kathryn Fincher All Mine $399.00
All Mine is an open edition that comes signed by Kathy Fincher.
10. Kathryn Fincher All Mine $195.00
All Mine is an open edition that comes signed by Kathy Fincher.
11. Kathryn Fincher Feed My Sheep Canvas Transfer Artist Proof $400.00
Feed My Sheep
12. Kathryn Fincher Freedom Of Worship $399.00
Freedom Of Worship - On January 6, 1941 Franklin D. Roosevelt challenged Congress to engage in WWII and support U.S. allies based upon four essential human freedoms: Freedom of Worship, Freedom of Speech, Freedom from Want, and Freedom from Fear. Norman Rockwell painted these four freedoms and the collection promoted the sale of war bonds. My goal is to create the Four Freedoms reflecting today"s challenges to our children"s freedoms and their future. The first to be completed, "Freedom of Worship" is a collage of my paintings of children, photography, and more than 40 findings on the original Constitution. These portray the significance of our Judeo-Christian faith as crafted by our Founders, that are faithfully woven into the fabric of our Republic.
13. Kathryn Fincher Freedom Of Worship $160.00
Freedom Of Worship - On January 6, 1941 Franklin D. Roosevelt challenged Congress to engage in WWII and support U.S. allies based upon four essential human freedoms: Freedom of Worship, Freedom of Speech, Freedom from Want, and Freedom from Fear. Norman Rockwell painted these four freedoms and the collection promoted the sale of war bonds. My goal is to create the Four Freedoms reflecting today"s challenges to our children"s freedoms and their future. The first to be completed, "Freedom of Worship" is a collage of my paintings of children, photography, and more than 40 findings on the original Constitution. These portray the significance of our Judeo-Christian faith as crafted by our Founders, that are faithfully woven into the fabric of our Republic.
14. Kathryn Fincher Freedom Of Worship $160.00
Freedom Of Worship - On January 6, 1941 Franklin D. Roosevelt challenged Congress to engage in WWII and support U.S. allies based upon four essential human freedoms: Freedom of Worship, Freedom of Speech, Freedom from Want, and Freedom from Fear. Norman Rockwell painted these four freedoms and the collection promoted the sale of war bonds. My goal is to create the Four Freedoms reflecting today"s challenges to our children"s freedoms and their future. The first to be completed, "Freedom of Worship" is a collage of my paintings of children, photography, and more than 40 findings on the original Constitution. These portray the significance of our Judeo-Christian faith as crafted by our Founders, that are faithfully woven into the fabric of our Republic.
