Tabitha Arise

I dearly love the scriptures, and am passionate about painting sacred moments from the lives of those women who left their indelible mark upon the pages of holy writ. These women of the scriptures were strong and righteous; their testimonies were fervent and unswerving. I received inspiration for Tabitha Arise during the time our daughter was undergoing multiple surgeries to repair the ravages of cancer. Just as Tabitha was healed through the power of the priesthood, my Tabitha expresses love and gratitude to the Lord for the life of our daughter. His healing hand was made manifest, once again, through His holy Priesthood. (Scripture reference: Acts 9: 36-42)

Painting by Sandy Freckleton Gagon

A preeminent realist painter, Sandy – as do all great masters – carries on the traditions and canons of classical art ideology practiced from the Renaissance down through 19th century. Her paintings and drawings demonstrate her virtuosity, a manifestation of unparalleled technical excellence, which result in great works of lasting beauty. Sandy’s unsurpassed knowledge of anatomy, color theory and design, facilitate her portrayal of the human condition – in all its complexities – with breathtaking elegance and mastery. Sandy’s feels privileged to paint her testimony through her love of the scriptures, and passion for religious figurative painting.

Sandy’s husband is writer, Dave Gagon. They have three children.

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