St. Ignatius Loyola -Original Watercolor Painting
Founder of the Jesuit Order
A Year of Saints: Created as part of the A Year of Saints Collection. Learn more about this collection and the outlook that shaped my process HERE.
Details: An original painting, unframed, 4.5x6 inches, pencil outline layered in high quality watercolor pigments on cold-pressed (textured) paper. Artist's initials clearly visible in fine-tipped brown art pen.
Watercolor paintings develop layer by layer until the portrait comes into focus — complex and intricate. This particular palette is simple and vibrant, like saint himself!
Saint Ignatius of Loyala is known for his discipline and love, especially in his desire to make every act a prayer. His famous motto, ad majorem Dei gloriam inque hominum salutem, is strung across the bottom of the piece in light pencil, the foundation of his life: For the greater glory of God and the salvation of huminity.
Framing: I imagine this painting matted in a neutral white or cream color to highlight the summery palette and best showcase the portrait. I'd set it in a frame that complements your home’s aesthetic or perhaps a simple, thin metalic.
More information on how to best preserve and frame your artwork will come with your painting shippment. Please feel free to email me at rosalie.ardentdraws@gmail.com with any other questions!
