There are some pieces that are created quickly, and there are others that take time.
This image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus was one of those paintings.
It began during a difficult season, when it felt easier to keep moving than to slow down and receive the love of Christ personally. The painting was started, then set aside, then revisited again and again. For a long time, it felt hard to fully meet the gaze of Jesus within the piece.
Over time, healing came gently.
As I worked to complete Him, this one became more than a painting. It became a place of prayer, restoration, and a reminder of identity in Christ. What once felt difficult to approach slowly became a source of peace.
Now completed, this Sacred Heart was created to offer a fresh and personal image of Jesus. Tender, steady, and full of love, His Heart turned toward you.
This print comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Artwork © Natalie Haydel Barker. All rights reserved.
