Threads of Hope II  is about being intentional about choosing the threads of hope, joy and gratitude we find running through our lives when we are stuck in dark thoughts or circumstances. As a former counselor and current mental health coach, I have seen how we can change negative thought cycles and choose to focus on God's truth and hope in our lives.

This painting is layered with paint applied by palette knife, washes and brush to give a sense of time. In the dark layers are a few phrases that are common negative thought patterns like "I'm afraid that I..." "I tried but then I...". The yellow "threads" are woven through and come out of the darkness. A few of those have words written alongside to represent positive thoughts like "I am loved", "I can do all things.." "choose hope.." May this be a visual reminder to choose hope when your thoughts want to keep you in the dark. There is hope. Sides are painted white and actually 1.5" deep. Wired and ready to hang.