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On the Cover
Hi, my name is Michele Lee. I am originally from Kentucky. For the past 20 years I have lived all over the United States and spent 3 years living and traveling in Europe. With that being said, I have made Madison, Alabama my home for over a decade now. I love it here! I am married to the man of my dreams and have three wonderful children.
Boy, that sounds like a great life.....maybe I should stop right there. Naaa! That would only let you all know 1⁄2 of me. The reality is that I am a flawed yet grateful woman who is glad to be a part of this big world.
Six years ago, after God gave me a second chance at life; my husband gave me my first sketch pad. He told me that he wanted me to find the Michele in me that I had dreamed of as a little girl. I started drawing right then and there and I haven’t stopped yet! I am a little crazy and passionate when it comes to painting. Just ask my friends, my family or Isabelle, the mannequin in our den. (Yes, we are one big kooky family)
I believe that my art is an interpretation of my experience, strength and hope. For me it is a way to meditate. With every brush stroke I seem to become more and more lost in the art. Until I have gone so far into a painting that time has actually disappeared. I usually don’t know how a painting will turn out in the end. But, I do know that it will be a part of me. Sharing this part of myself is my way of giving something back in this life. The signature on each of my paintings is “G” and “M”. This stands for God and Michele. I like to sign them in this way because he is my dad and ultimately the reason I do the work that I do.
If you would like to see more of my work or commission a piece, please contact me at:
Michele Lee / Madison Al. 35758 / 256-508-7518
www.MicheleLeeArt.com or www.ArtisticFinishesStudio.com
The Ascribing Artists is a creative ministry bringing together visual artists who wish to “Ascribe to the Lord the Glory due His name.” Ascribing Artists recognize that anything they do pales in comparison to the Glory of the Lord. The Ascribing Artists ministry is inspired by Psalm 29:1, 2 we are to be “A Reflection of His Glory” in all that we do. For more info visit www.AscribingArtists.blogspot.com or e-mail: AscribingArtists@gmail.com
Thanks to Valley Planet Magazine www.ValleyPlanet.com
Thank you to everyone who prayed for us yesterday. The interview with Stephanie Beecken WAAY TV 31 went great! The Lord continues to open doors for Ascribing Artists to reflect His Glory!
We would like to thank Adrienne Saulsbury, Denise Onwere, Johanna Littleton, and Terri Shows for participating in the interview. You can find their artwork at Lowe Mill Arts on the third floor. Also, Paul LaBathe provided Ascribing Artist background info.
The Ascribing Artists: Focus On Faith TV Segment aired last night at 10PM and again today at 5AM, 6AM and 11AM. I hope you can catch it!
Link to video: Focus On Faith: Ascribing Artists
We want to thank Stephanie Beecken for this wonderful opportunity!
Interview Transcript:
Dozens of people in North Alabama are using their God given talents to teach others about faith.
60 Valley artists have come together and formed the group called ‘Ascribing Artists.' They do everything from paint, draw and sculpt all while giving glory to God.
Denise Onwere has been an artist for 5 years.
She's always loved to paint and decided to fulfill her passion and talent full time.
"I know that there are a lot of people out there who have something that God has given them and they should know that and it's okay to say God has given me this and I'm proud of it," said Onwere.
She is not alone.
Paul Labathe is strong in faith and an artist as well. He founded the Ascribing Artists group.
"Basically is comes from Psalm 29:2 which is, ascribe to the Lord the glory of his name," said Labathe.
The artists come from all over North Alabama.
Some have a studio at Lowe Mill in Huntsville.
There is no charge to join.
The group even has a blog with links to the artists' websites.
"The point is to, in the opportunity He's given us, is to show our art and exhibit our art is to try to point others to come and know the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as we do," said Labathe.
The Ascribing Artists display their work in exhibits across North Alabama.
The Artists will have their work on display during two upcoming exhibits.
Scheduled Ascribing Artists Exhibits:
A Work of Heart
Reflectives Frame & Art gallery, 220 Old Highway 431, Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
April 1-30, 2010 Reception and art talk April 11, 1-3 PM
Reflections of the Spirit
Huntsville Art League, 3005 L&N Dr. Suite 2, Huntsville AL 35801
May 1-31, 2010 Reception and art talk May 16, 1-3 PM
Reporter: Stephanie Beecken
Art News from Cynthia Parsons:
Congratulations to artist Angela True!
She entered the Energen Art Competition and was notified recently that her paintings "The Wind" and "White Diamonds Black Night" made it to the final round. They will be on display at the Energen Plaza in Birmingham March 26th – April 11th. On April 11th they will have an Artists Reception followed by the announcement of the winners!
Again, Congratulations to Angela True!
More info about Angela can be found at:
