thoughts and thinkings of an artist

A Time for War

A Time for War

No, I'm not talking about Israel and Palestine. Not directly, anyway. That is definitely a war that started this month in a terrible way. No, I'm thinking of a war that's behind that one. A spiritual war. You're probably not the only person who has seen ghosts and...

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed?

Do you ever feel overwhelmed?

Do you ever feel overwhelmed? Like, *really* overwhelmed? You're not alone. Being someone with a high level of emotional sensitivity myself, getting overwhelmed is not unusual for me. :) If you relate (and even if you don't, but would love some encouragement), here's...

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Artists, I’m Pleading with You

Artists, I’m Pleading with You

Awful, isn't it? It wasn't even that long ago that we were listening to the updates about Ukraine and Russia. Not to mention the terrible ongoing turmoil in Haiti. Now Israel and Palestine. Christian artists ...I'm speaking to you. All of you. Anyone who has an...

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Something Didn’t Fit | Devotional

Something Didn’t Fit | Devotional

According to the history of one man who was considered "the least" among those he lived with ...God saw beautiful things. đź’›"And there came an angel of the LORD, and sat under an oak which was in Ophrah, that pertained unto Joash the Abi-ezrite: and his son Gideon...

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Waiting for the Dove | Free Printable Bookmark

Waiting for the Dove | Free Printable Bookmark

This lovely, free printable features an excerpt from Kelly's devotional "Waiting for the Dove" with a bookmark that highlights the truth of Psalm 145:16. Have you ever longed to see an answer to your prayers? Or have you ever forgotten to look for the answer? The...

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The Quandary of Abstract Paintings

The Quandary of Abstract Paintings

I could be a bit of snob about it. Terrible to say, really. But something about reality is that it does not hide its blunt edges.  Being slightly snobby over abstract art--seeing it as "less than" to some degree--was certainly not super glamorous ...especially when I...

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A Warm Welcome :)

A Warm Welcome :)

Sending a warm welcome to you, friend! Whether you’ve known of me and my art for years or are just getting to know me ...welcome!! It’s a blessing to have you here. Who am I? Where did I come from? What do I do? Perhaps you’re curious ...or perhaps you’re simply eager...

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Hope in the Wilderness

Hope in the Wilderness

Like a glittering coat of watery diamonds, a sheet of rain threw itself against the window next to Jacyln. Water smeared into stallions of transparent strength, burrowing fierce rivers into jagged lines across her sight. How she longed to bury her face right into that...

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No Good Thing

No Good Thing

Tangy air sparkled over the waves and crisped the atmosphere with a savory hint of relaxation. Shifting the basket from one arm to the other, Dalene pushed back her straw hat and gazed at the ocean before her. How pretty it was on a sunny afternoon like this! And how...

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As One Whom His Mother Comforteth

As One Whom His Mother Comforteth

It was a long day. A day full of new and energy-taking discoveries. Playing in a fresh landscape of snow. Building a tall happy snowman with Daddy. And helping Mommy bake a whole batch of pumpkin muffins. All such big jobs. Big jobs for a girl who had only seen two...

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About the Artist

Melissa Thomsen is an northeastern woman with a mission to share God’s Word through compelling, inspirational and interpretive works of art.

She believes in the importance and life-giving power of the Word of God and desires to draw hearts closer to Jesus Christ and God the Father through her work.

If you have known me for some time, you know there are multiple avenues of art creating that I have pursued. As you may have noticed, I’ve simplified the design of the website, but other links can still be accessed here. Years ago, this website began its major growth through free printable paper dolls and in the midst of business, I’ve tried multiple opportunities. I hope these links will be helpful for anyone looking for these lines of art! :)