And There Were Shepherds

“And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them,...

It Was Perhaps a Chaotic Night

“because there was no room for them in the inn.” Luke 2:7b Preface: In the Christmas story, we see that there was no room in the inn. However, we really don’t know the exact details. Was the innkeeper even involved in telling Joseph and Mary there...

Shepherd | In the Studio

I had the honor of working with the Christian actor, Rich Swingle, for photo references! What’s your favorite part of the behind-the-scenes process of a piece of artwork? Is it the progress of the actual painting? Is it the preparation before the brush touches...

Thy God My God

Artwork Copyright © 2020 by Melissa Thomsen. Beautiful lettering by Shiloh Katt In the beginning of the story of Ruth, we see three women with three perspectives. We see Naomi, weighed down by sorrow and loss–submissive under God’s hand, yet advising her...

Online Shop Coming!!

This coming Monday, Lord willing, the Melissa Jacie Art online shop will open for orders!! :) If you’re looking for some beautiful Scripture art to display in your home, these five prints are a lovely option! This video shares the five art prints coming soon!...

Wait | Storytime

It was the kind of air that throbbed with all-things-autumn. Leaves, swathed in daubs of yellows, crismons, and opaque hues of burnt orange, flickered in joyful springs as each breeze passed. Meredith’s hand tightened over her brother’s. The soulful call...