THE EXHIBITION
A series of 21 contemporary portraits bring to life characters from the sweeping story of the Bible.
Audiences have the opportunity to encounter each character face to face and explore through their eyes a deeper understanding of the heart of God.
This exhibition is available to host in your church/community setting.
Exhibition Feedback
“I’m not normally into art but this exhibition really moved me.”
Exhibition Feedback
“You can’t get away from the fact that the Bible isn’t just a book, when you see it like that, it’s so clear, it’s a million living stories.”
Each artwork has a QR code which when scanned with a smartphone takes you to the original Bible passage where the life of the character can be explored more.
Encounter the Bible in a fresh way
Explore what God might be like
Discover the gift of our imagination in the spiritual journey
Create space for reflection and contemplation
Open up discussion and dialogue
How could this resource help those in your community:
What host churches are saying:
‘The exhibition provided a wonderful opportunity to engage our village with a truly thought-provoking and inspiring collection of artworks of biblical characters, presented in a fresh and innovative way.
The pieces looked visually stunning within the church setting. In addition, David Painting's beautiful accompanying words make this a truly stimulating experience that speaks to the heart, mind and soul.
I couldn't recommend highly enough to any churches who are thinking of putting on this exhibition to do so - it will inspire your church community and help you to reach out to the wider community very powerfully.’
Revd Andy Patrick
Christ Church Dore, Sheffield
‘Hosting the Drawn to Imperfection exhibition was a fantastic experience.
Hundreds of people engaged with the exhibition over three days and many found the artwork to be deeply moving, with several people spending hours with the artwork, and several people coming more than once!
The artwork was a fantastic way of connecting with people in our community, and I would thoroughly recommend other groups to consider hosting the exhibition in their communities.’
Revd Josh Lees
Holy Trinity Boar Lane, Leeds
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Drawn to Imperfection - The Book
NOW AVAILABLE
Take the exhibition home.
Accompanying the exhibition is the book ‘Drawn to Imperfection’.
Featuring all the artworks from the exhibition, each portrait sits alongside a creative retelling of each individuals story written by church leader/author David Painting.
