Creekside Cathedral – The Painting That Brought Me Back

“Creekside Cathedral” was my very first oil painting after years of working exclusively in watercolor. Inspired by Sedona’s Cathedral Rock, this luminous landscape of Oak Creek marked my artistic rebirth—bridging my watercolor past with the glowing, mystical energy that now defines my Sedona luminous landscapes. Offered in the traditional and wide Panorama views.

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The Story Behind “Creekside Cathedral”

“Creekside Cathedral”, symbolized the revival of my creative journey after a six-year hiatus—a period when I had completely lost the desire to create art. I genuinely believed I was finished. I gave away everythingmy paints, brushes, and even my dad’s drawing table (he was an artist and it broke my heart to give up his drawing table) that I had inherited. I let go of my studio space, too. In my heart, I was done.

Then came an unexpected push from the universe. During a reading with psychic James Milinese—who knew nothing about my past as an artist—he told me three separate times, “You’re an artist, and you have to start painting again.” When I asked why he kept repeating it, he said he saw a vision of my spirit guide—a Navajo Indian—standing behind me, nodding his head yes. That moment changed everything.

I rented a tiny studio, barely the size of a walk-in closet, with one window and a lot of hope. Until then, I had only painted in watercolors—but something told me to try oils for the first time. In that small space, I picked up the brush again and painted Creekside Cathedral, inspired by the west side of Sedona’s iconic Cathedral Rock. A few years later, Creekside Cathedral was among twelve originals selected for the American Contemporary Art Show in Guangzhou, China, where all twelve works sold to private collectors. It was also licensed by Warner Bros. for use in their streaming series Snatchers—milestones that affirmed my return to art.

Painting with Light and Renewal

Unlike my earlier watercolors, Creekside Cathedral shines with the natural depth and richness that only oil can provide. The flowing creek, vibrant sky, and red-rock formations capture the essence of Sedona’s luminous landscapes—an defining characteristic of my Sedona and Mystical Paintings. “Creekside Cathedral” a luminous artwork expresses Sedona’s spiritual energy through color and reflection, offering collectors timeless Southwest wall art that celebrates renewal and place. As a emerging Sedona artist, I designed this desert landscape painting to look beautiful as Sedona Wall Art in homes and galleries alike.

The Cathedral Rock Series

Creekside Cathedral is the centerpiece of my Cathedral Rock Series, celebrating one of Sedona’s most cherished landmarks. Its bright colors and flowing water set the tone for later works like Cathedral Moon—one of my Top Nine Collection pieces—each capturing Sedona’s constantly changing light and emotional bond to the landscape. Originals and fine art prints from this series are available at the Village Gallery of Local Artists in Sedona, a friendly gallery where collectors often find new Sedona artwork and prints.

The Heart of It All

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Collector’s Note

My first oil painting, Creekside Cathedral, connects my early watercolor roots with the glowing, mystical style that now defines Sedona Art Studios. Available as Arizona Art Prints, giclée prints, canvas gallery wraps, luminous metal prints, and gift art photo plaques—each one is made to be a lasting piece of Sedona Wall Art. These formats make it simple for collectors to bring home genuine Sedona Art that stands out in any space.