Inspired Art Giveaway :: Studio JRU (Sponsored Post)
StudioJRU is hosting a special Christmas giveaway on the blog today!
StudioJRU inspired art nestled comfy with the family pics
I don’t have that much wall space.
I have to be picky.
Art decor for our home.
My husband often laughs at me when I say I like to go for the “minimalist look”. Because seriously, I have a weak spot for anything inspirational, especially when it comes to integrating art with God’s word.
That is what Jennifer of StudioJRU is gifted to do: inspired art.
We each have a unique way of expressing God through us. Jennifer does it through her fingers, hands, eyes — and most importantly — her soul.
God Speaks Through Art
When I was first drawn to Jennifer’s artwork, I had just begun writing for (in)courage. I wanted to get a piece of art that would mark this special milestone — joining a sisterhood of writers, while earlier I had written solo. I wanted to remember the moment with something visual.
As I browsed Jennifer’s art pieces, I immediately fell into a dilemma. It felt like I was at the candy store again as a little girl, not knowing what to chose. They just all looked so good.
But, you know what? God speaks through art. As I clicked and considered which piece to get, I saw it.
“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15
I liked Jennifer’s layering technique. It reminded me that serving my family is a mosaic of different pieces. Writing — finding my voice — is one of the ways God fills my soul, so that I can give out to serve my family.
Everyone has a unique way of serving their family. But at the time, I was struggling with how I wasn’t like some moms. I wasn’t crafty enough or organized like others (weekly meal plans, oh my!). Until I realized I’m creative in other ways. I love reading to my boys, unwrapping Jesus with them while out on adventures and meeting new people. And you know what, I love opening the fridge and spontaneously cooking what’s available (I grew up stir-frying Chinese!).
What truly matters is where my heart is. If my heart is focused on pleasing the Lord, then it won’t matter what it serving looks like — whether writing or being a mom.
That’s what I love about art.
It can inspire.
New Inspired Print Giveaway
Back in October, I introduced you to artist Jennifer and Studio JRU as Faith Barista’s 2011 Relevant Conference Sponsor. Today, Studio JRU is back with a double treat.
Studio JRU has released a NEW “Inspirational Art” Print Collection, featuring 18 beautiful faith-inspired prints. Jennifer is offering:
1. A special 20% off Discount
(use: FAITHBARISTA20 at check out)
– PLUS –
2. A StudioJRU Inspired Print Giveaway
One winner will be randomly selected and receive her pick of a print (value up to $30).
Click here to see the 18 pieces to select from!
Here’s a peek at four art prints in the collection –
“Among Us” ($17.00)
“Thank God For You” ($23.00) (You can personalize “Name”)
Click here to browse the 18 piece collection. Which print would you pick?
Pull up a chair and share. Click to tell us which piece — you’re automatically entered to win your pick.
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Do you enjoy inspired art decor?
StudioJRU sponsorship enabled me to join the community of Christian women bloggers at Relevant 2011, so if you’re looking for something special to mark a personal milestone or a faith-inspired gift, please stop by Studio JRU and shop. You can connect with Jennifer on the web, Facebook, blog and store.
ENTER TO WIN
*** CONGRATULATIONS TO the winner: #48 – PJ ***
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I caught my breath when I read this. Because I have just written, at the end of my annual Christmas letter, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord”. Words which came to me this morning when I was praying how to end the letter – which goes to many non-Christian friends – to somehow explain how and why we live as we do. (Nothing extraordinary, just trying to follow Jesus.) Wow, how appropriate, I thought.
But then I scrolled down, to find the words of blessing from Philippians ‘I thank my God every time I remember you,…’ Words I have used to friends and family since I first became a Christian. So that is the one I would love to win: it will go to my son, Jonny. I love to say those words to him over and over again.
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If my name were selected, I would choose the “I thank God” print. Our pastor once spoke eloquently about the value of naming things, of the gift that doing so is in this life. There are people, too, that I literally do thank God for each time they come to mind. This would be an awesome gift for them!
I love the art work~ and our new house needs some more wall decor
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So many good ones! I love the giraffe one and the always with us. =)
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I would pick As for Me and My House!
Would love to win – love her unique style:)
I love the Thank God for You print.
i would choose the this family believes piece. beautiful, simple, bold. i love it!
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Awesome artwork
I would choose For Me and My House
I would pick Such Things. It is one of my favorite Bible verses and keeps me thinking what I should be focused on and not stinkin’ thinkin’
Woukd love to get the For My House print that is just beautifully done!
Oh my! I am in love with two pieces: the giraffe one for a baby’s room is adorable. We just had our third baby in October and with a 2 and 4 year old, I haven’t done much in the way of decorating it. But I also LOVE the “Me and My House” one with the rich, earthy tones.
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So hard to choose….. Thank God for You I guess is my #1 favorite. They are all beautifully done.
It’s hard to choose, but “Me and My House” or “apple of His eye” saying are my top choices. Thanks for a chance to win one! Your posts are always encouraging or thought provoking.
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Definitely ME AND MY HOUSE, love love love it!!
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I would choose the sunflower and Let your light Shine!! Love it! I read her blog now and am always inspired! I will tweet this and FB this today:)
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Wow. I love the tree with Believe. Simple reminder that Jesus speaks to me. I also felt like a kid in a candy store…I loved so many! What a gifted artist. I love the mixing of God’s word with the different mediums of photos, paints etc.- it brings it to full light!
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What a wonderful giveaway! I absolutely love the “Picked” print with the adorable giraffe – it would be perfect in our 5 week old daughter’s nursery!
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I would chooose the “Aplle of my eye”. It reminds me that I’m the apple of Gods eye and that He never forgets about me and that I can always rest in His shadow, no matter what…
It would look great in my livingroom next to my red wall.
“Me and My House” or “This Child”
I absolutely love, love, love Jennifer’s artwork and anyone can see her God given gift and talent. Thank you for sharing and would so love to have one of her pieces in my house. Celebrate Jesus Everyday!
“Me and My House” without doubt or question — this has been a key verse in our married life and I love the layering, shading… lovely!
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These are all beautiful, I would pick the Philipians 4:13 picture because I can do anything with Christ by my side!!
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I really lile “Me and My House”
So hard to choose! I fell in love with her artwork at Relevant. It’s a toss-up between Believe and Noel, my heart being full with Christmas at the moment. I think if I had to choose, I’d go with Believe, though.
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I would chose “This Family Believes” because in the world today people hide their faith and the Father is not #1 anymore. He needs to be made public again and be the center of our lives.
God Bless us all!
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We all have special gifts. Not all of us can quilt or sew or do what’s expected, but our gifts are perfect for our situation.
BELIEVE. That is the one I would choose because it has been a recurring message that has mysteriously surfaced over the years. It started back in the late 1990′s when I walked into a Barnes and Noble downtown Manhattan and saw it in big letters on a book and continued on over the years. Even last year my son’s girlfriend’s mother got me a pin that simply said “Believe.”
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My first choice would be “Let your light shine.” If we all did what God created us to do and loved like He created us to love then we would shine. All of us !!!!!!!!
My second choice would be “Believe.”
All of them are wonderful.
Thank Jennifer for Letting her light shine !!!!!!!!!!!
I loved the Believe hanging so much I couldn’t wait to see if I had won, so I purchased it for my sister. She has “Believe” everywhere in her house and I know she will love this wall hanging. If I am fortunate enough to win, I would love to have the Me and My House hanging. I’m with you Bonnie – I really love the look and feel of that piece.
Thank you so much for the words you share. They resonate in my heart and I share them with others,
Happily His and forever your sister,
Jennifer
I would choose the As For Me and My House Print. I have raised 6 kids and it has always been my hearts cry that each of my children find their own personal relationship with the Lord. My husband and I have dedicated our lives to pouring as much of Him into them as we could so that when they left the nest, they had confidence and strength in their faith!
Blessings,
~Erin
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Blessings!
~Erin
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We have moved around a lot. After setting up house, I always look around as someone arriving to my home. Do they know this is a Jesus serving home? These works of art show others and remind you and yours that this is so! Blessings to you all!
The first one shown on your post “AS for me and my house”