CHRISTIAN TRIBUTES

Blessings of Peace, Light and Healing on Divine Mercy Sunday and as Easter continues.

” I remember your beautiful painting of Saint James in The Rectory. Your gift as an artist is a wonderful way of expressing faith and sharing beauty with others. Your art offers a beautiful way for people to contemplate the mysteries of faith. May your brush continue to inspire hearts and uplift souls.” – Fr Domenico Lando of St James’s RC Church Spanish Place, London UK ; in an email to the artist, March 16, 2026

Stephen B Whatley was baptised as an Anglican, and through his struggle to survive the tragic loss of his mother – whose Tribute page is on this website – he became attracted to the devotions of the Catholic Church – to which he converted at Easter 2011. He is happy that his work touches so many Christians, whether they be Catholics, Anglicans or Episcopalians.

Since 2000, he has been drawn to make statements of prayer and faith; often painting on specific anniversaries and Feast Days – with what he humbly calls a “divine push’, creating both works of hope and light. His Christian tribute paintings are in private and public collections worldwide – which you can see listed on his Exhibitions page of this website. You can read more about the artist’s journey of faith and art in some of the published articles on the Press page.

Here you will find a selection of both paintings and drawings – some sold, some available for purchase: full details are in the captions above each image. To enquire about purchasing or commissioning original works of art, please contact the artist. Painted prayers…..

” The St John Francis Regis painting is phenomenal. I can see the intricate detail and passion for your craft. Bravo ! ” – Lauren West, Director of Marketing of The Regis School of The Sacred Heart, Houston TX which commissioned the tribute – email dated April 17, 2025.

” We have unveiled the beautiful portrait of Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne ! It was revealed to the admin team this week and we look forward to having it framed and on display for the whole community ! Thank you for the love and inspiration you poured into this piece of art for us ..” – Beth Waguespack of The Duchesne Academy of The Sacred Heart, Houston, TX , which commissioned the oil painting – email dated September 24, 2024