Tag Archives: Hymns

Feb 21 2010

An Architectural Study.

In commemoration of the Burgersdorp Gereformeerde Kerk’s 150th Anniversary, I have undertaken a study of this beautiful church.

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Jun 21 2009

Kings and Castles

There was a feeling of exhilaration as my latest commissions came to an end. The possibilities of what to paint next, were quite exciting, particularly since the painting of these two portraits and the home of a friend on a farm near Steynsburg.

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Jan 20 2009

All the Way My Saviour Leads Me

This lovely old hymn, written in calligraphy for my God-daughter, Amy, is the focus of my thoughts today as we welcome on 2009. John Piper's own blog and his marvellous lists shed inspirational light on the way we can keep our eyes on Jesus throughout the year ahead.

Posted in Blog, Calligraphy | Also tagged Calligraphy, Jesus Christ, Lists | 1 Comment

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