Creekside Cathedral – A Vortex-Inspired Sedona Oil Painting

“Creekside Cathedral” marked a powerful artistic return for Clark Sheppard — his first oil painting after a six-year break from the easel. Inspired by the mystical energy of a Sedona vortex, this piece captures the west side of Cathedral Rock, one of the most iconic and spiritually charged formations in the region.

Rendered in vibrant oil tones, this glowing landscape was part of Sheppard’s sold-out private collection at the American Contemporary Art Show in Guangzhou, China. The painting radiates warmth and reverence, echoing the emotional power of the place itself.

This artwork is one of eleven interpretations Sheppard has created of Cathedral Rock over the years, each reflecting a unique moment in his journey. While “Creekside Cathedral” captures the location’s grounded natural beauty, later pieces such as “Cathedral Magic” explore the same site through surreal skies and patterned energy.

“Creekside Cathedral” was also featured in Warner Bros.’s 2016 media series Snatchers, adding another layer of visibility and distinction to this memorable work.

This artwork is offered in two formats, traditional and panoramic. It is available as a giclée on canvas, luminous metal, gift art photo plaque, or in a luxurious float frame. Clark Sheppard’s work is also featured at the Village Gallery and Sedona Artist Market and Gallery in Sedona, AZ. “Creekside Cathedral” is part of a larger body of Cathedral Rock-inspired work that includes pieces like “Pure Joy,” “Sedona’s Sacred Heart and Soul,” and “Lover’s View,” just to name a few. The recognition of this piece by Warner Bros. and its sale at the American Contemporary Art Show in China significantly elevated Sheppard’s visibility and affirmed his unique voice in mystical Southwest art. Would you like to see this image with a MOON, click here!