Emerging

12x24in oil on canvas.

“Emerging” is a prophetic painting that speaks to the sacred journey of stepping out of darkness and into the light of truth, love, and identity. Inspired by Ariel Wachtel’s words—“May you emerge from the darkness and step into the light, allowing yourself to be seen, known, and loved,”—this piece gently honors the bravery it takes to be fully seen and still deeply loved.

Through soft light breaking through shadow, fluid movement, and imagery of awakening, “Emerging” captures the holy tension between fear and freedom. It’s an invitation to shed the layers of shame, hiding, or self-protection and trust that God’s light doesn’t expose to harm—but to heal.

A beautiful addition to spaces of personal reflection, therapy, worship, or healing, this painting offers a visual reminder that you are not only safe in the light—you are welcomed there.