Welcome to the Bowman Art Studio, offering an inspirational line of Christian Fine Art by artist David Bowman.

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"Come"

Come. One simple word spoken to Peter when he asked if he, too, could walk on the water with Christ (Matthew 14). Jesus invited his frined to Come. Come and do the impossible. And the amazing thing is ... Peter did it! He actually walked on water! This piece captures that poignant moment between these two men: Jesus encouraging Peter, hand out-stretched, smiling at the faith of his disciple. Peter determined, full of trust, his eyes completely foused on the Master.
In our lives, we have times when we are asked to "do the impossible" so to speak. Bear a burden, weather a trial, overcome an addiction, wage our personal wars. Christ reminds us that ALL things are possible when we keep our eyes and our hearts focused on Him. Simply ... Come.
"Joy"

It is my feeling that life's greatest joys come from loving people. Jesus, of course, set the perfect example for us, living a life completely focused on others. And in all His ministry, I see His time spent interacting with children as most precious to Him. In this piece, I wanted to depict our Savior in a moment of complete joy, simply enjoying the innocent goodness of children. I see Jesus smiling, joking, laughing light-heartedly with them. I don't picture Him solemn, somber, or removed, as is sometimes depicted in paintings. If it's human nature to manifest feelings of love with a smiling, joyful expression... then I have to believe that would especially be the case for the One who is the embodiment of every good and righteous instinct of human nature.
"Security"

One of the greatest human needs is a sense of security. In all aspects of life, we naturally gravitate towards anything that makes us feel safe.  In this piece, I wanted to convey a sense of complete peace and calm like only the Savior can provide. It's a security that allows us to rest assured, without fear or worry, when we put ourselves trustingly in His arms. Little children have that inherent kind of trust in their parents, so it's fitting that the man and girl who modeled for "Security" are actually father and daughter. They generated the exact feel I was looking for.
"Advocate"

"And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the Righteous."  -- 1st John 2:1

Here, Jesus isn't just praying to the Father; He's praying to the Father for us.  He is ever making intercession in our behalf (Hebrews 7:25).  I picture Christ pleading with the Father that our sins will be forgiven not according to our own merits, but according to our faith in Him and His grace and sacrifice.  Its personal.  Your own name and situation might very well be on His lips as the Savior begs for mercy for your sake.  With Christ championing our cause, how can we fail?
"Adoration"

The expression between Jesus and the little girl (who happens to be one of the model's daughters in real life) says it all in this piece---"I adore you."  The closer one draws towards the Savior, the more he or she adores everything about Him.  Thus, I can only imagine the overflowing joy and love we will feel when we are actually in His presence, in His embrace.  The feelings of adoration will be so intense and amazingly, I don't think they will be one-sided.  I picture Christ peering so deeply into our hearts, with His perfect love, that His adoration for us will be just as intense.
"Savior"

Trying to depict a portrait of Jesus Christ is a daunting task, to say the least.  There are as many "versions" of Him as there are Christians.  So, in my opinion, a portrayal of Jesus has to do more with the feelings the artwork generates in the viewer than simply the particulars of his appearance. I see the Savior as the perfect combination of strength and love...power and gentleness...manhood and compassion. In this piece, I've tried to incorporate those two ideals into every aspect of His appearance and expression.
"My Child"

This piece conveys an intimate, up-close-and-personal feeling of the Savior's love.  Notice how all the lines draw your attention and point towards Jesus' face in the center.  I chose the name "My Child" because the only thing that could compare (even remotely) to Christ's compassion for us is the love of a parent for his/her child.  This image is also intended to put things in perspective.  Above all, we are God's children first.  He allows us the privelege of experiencing parenthood for ourselves and we are entrusted to be the mothers and fathers of His children here on earth.
"Innocence"

The Savior tells us we need to become as little children to inherit the kingdom of God. I've often wondered what it is about little children Jesus loves most, and I think its their innocence. They are clean slates, seeing the world and others through untarnished eyes. Their hearts are pure, without the baggage of cynicism and self-doubt. In this piece, I've tried to imagine how a child would act upon meeting the Master for the first time. Without reservation or inhibition, I think he would simply want to play with Him. He would be at complete ease, allowing his pure little heart to soak in the love and laughter of His pure, infinite heart. Its no wonder Christ delights in these little ones and sets them up to be our examples.
"Healer"

Christ's mission is to heal. We marvel at the accounts of His miraculous healings found all throughout scripture. However, His healing power goes far deeper than the healing of sick bodies. He came to heal sick souls. In this scene, two healings are taking place. Along with the Savior's attentiveness to the blind, crippled boy, He is equally interested in the "whole" man who brought the boy to Him. Jesus knows the man's hidden craving for spiritual healing. Whatever this man's deeper need is, whatever our deeper needs are...Christ's look of complete understanding and compassion is aimed at each one of us, without our having to say a word.