Category Archives: creation

MORNING GLORY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER November 4 – Blessing – God’s Creation Paul had an eye for color, contrast, movement natural elements and he attempted to come close to God’s original design through his art. We are … Continue reading

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LET THE MOUNTAINS CRY OUT . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Another pencil sketch drawn by Paul is filled with the majesty of the mountains and the glorious creation that God has given to us to inhabit. I’m late in posting today because … Continue reading

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WATERCOLOR SKY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There’s something quite magical about an October sky. The clearness, the refreshing sunrises and sunsets – all equate to perfection. When clouds begin to fill those spaces, we’re transported to something akin … Continue reading

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TAKING FLIGHT . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This sweet little pencil drawing has so much happening. Notice the detail in the branches and trunk of the tree. Observe the complex web of the background and the perching bird … Continue reading

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ONLY GOD CAN DO THAT . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The sunrises and sunsets of Autumn are often remarkable. God’s hand is in them as he brushes color through the clouds and allows light to flow through them. Just the right … Continue reading

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OCTOBER SKY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER@ October is here and along with it comes brilliant colors that transcend anything we can reproduce. God is in His creation throughout the year, but He seems to pull out all the … Continue reading

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GLORIOUS MORNING . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This has been a week of glorious summer days. The humidity and dew points are perfect, Clouds are sparse and there’s plenty of sunshine. God blesses each day no matter what … Continue reading

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BEAUTIFUL CREATION . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER © Today’s art is a watercolor pencil sketch, with so much amazing detail. The eyes are focused on us as we watch him. Paul created art that was so often connected to … Continue reading

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SUN KISSED . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Yesterday was the first day back in my garden for quite a while. The weeds are thriving with all the rain, humidity and steamy air, so it was a full day of … Continue reading

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REDEMPTIVE WATERS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The watercolor painting I’m sharing today was done at the Coon Rapids Dam. I live in one of the first towns established in Minnesota. It’s the birthplace of Garrison Keillor. Born on … Continue reading

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EYE OF THE BEHOLDER . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The art of observation is a talent in itself. I looked at this one and saw a cobblestone walk in a wilderness environment. It set my mind to wondering if someone may … Continue reading

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IN THE WILDERNESS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This set of watercolors was inspiration for gifts for each of our grandchildren when they were younger. The water buffalo was painted for our oldest grandson, the giraffe led to a painting … Continue reading

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A BRAVE NEW WORLD . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The Corps of Discovery traveled across the country to explore the newly acquired Louisianna Purchase and eventually to reach the Pacific Ocean. It was more than 200 years ago. Can you imagine … Continue reading

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EDEN

God made the first garden, He planted it with care,He breathed new life within it for all the world to share,The colors were so brilliant, and beauty blossomed forth,He cultivated carefully and gave each one great worth,When sin made its … Continue reading

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VANTAGE POINT

When you get to be my age, many of my evening hours are spent in front of the TV set. Recently we watched a movie called, “Vantage Point,” with Dennis Quaid as a bodyguard for the president of the United … Continue reading

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THE EARTH IS HIS, FOR HE MADE IT . . .

ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER On this Earth Day, let us not forget the one who created it. He is always in control of its destiny. We are merely caretakers. “But ask the beasts, and they will teach you; the … Continue reading

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AUTUMN ANTICS

When autumns dons its coat of many colors, I can’t help but think back to this funny story from many years ago. You have probably read it before, but it stirs all kinds of memories for me. It was a … Continue reading

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RIPPLES . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The rain ceases as quickly as it started, Light glistens on the still water like precious gems Shadows from the tree lined shoreline dot the peaceful river, A single craft glides silently through, … Continue reading

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MY HEAVENLY FATHER

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The mountains might become a refuge, a hiding place, a fortress, Or they could be a place to get lost, To retreat, To blend in. When you try to hide from God, where … Continue reading

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FRIDAY IS A STATE OF MIND

Well, here it is Friday. The end of the work week. The beginning of the weekend and then it’s back to the same old same old. Or is it? What did you accomplish this week? I got up this morning … Continue reading

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