{"product_id":"even-here-1","title":"Even Here","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18\" x 24\", acrylic on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePainted by Steph Whittaker (b. 1981)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e(Frame not included)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece is part of a new series where I’m stretching my visual language. Tuesday was my day off, and I painted freely—no pressure. Just me, God, and a brush.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreating is therapy. It’s where thoughts rise, emotions breathe, and healing flows between each stroke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a painting of a drummer boy in the midst of grunge. I was born and raised in places surrounded by grunge walls, poverty, struggle—but also triumph.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece represents resilience. It speaks of someone who keeps practicing, even in hard times, of the hood and its endless possibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause no matter where you are in the world, God can give you the strength to tap into your best—even in your hardest moments. That’s where He\/She does His\/Her best work in us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s easier said than done…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebut that’s what was in my heart as I painted. 🤎\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs I painted, I felt God’s presence not confined to ‘He’ or ‘She,’ but the fullness of both. We’re made in God’s image, after all—every one of us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eThis original painting includes the artist’s signature on both the front and back. The title and date of completion are also inscribed on the back of the artwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eEach original painting comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and a personalized, hand-written note from the artist, adding a heartfelt touch to every purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"131\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"131\"\u003eSales \u0026amp; Shipping Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"422\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eAll sales are final. I do not accept returns, cancellations, or exchanges. After your purchase, I will personally contact you to arrange a shipping date. Please ensure that your delivery address is accurate and that someone will be available to receive the package at the time of delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"531\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eFor international orders, customs fees or import taxes may apply—these are the responsibility of the buyer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"616\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003eIf you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out. I’m happy to assist!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steph Whittaker Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42538577428561,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/7661\/9345\/files\/Even_Here_LOW_RES1.jpg?v=1751420464","url":"https:\/\/stephwhittakerart.com\/products\/even-here-1","provider":"Steph Whittaker Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}