That thing I do

I just realized that somebody out there might not know what I mean when I write about chalk art. Here's a general explanation.


I am a chalk artist. I do chalk art presentations as a means to share God's truth. During a presentation, I draw a large picture and share a devotional that goes with it. The pictures provide visual aid and help to drive the point home. Chalk art is universal--everyone can understand and enjoy a presentation. It's a unique, memorable experience that will be remembered for years to come.

A chalk art presentation is primarily about the message. If the audience leaves remembering only the drawing, then the artist has failed. As chalk artists, we look at the drawings as a means to plant the seeds of God's truth. The point is to get the message across--whether it's an encouragement to believers, a story of God's faithfulness, a personal testimony, a salvation message--the possibilities are limitless.

I especially enjoy drawing in Sunday school classes. Sometimes I substitute when our teachers are traveling. Right now I'm looking into several possible opportunities to draw more often in the fall.

My teacher is a well-known chalk artist who did 520 presentations just last year. He is an incredible artist and a great communicator of truth. He has pushed me beyond what I ever thought I could achieve and has constantly encouraged me to learn, grow, and share the Word of God. I have been incredibly blessed to know him and to learn from him. If you would like information about his classes, please contact me.

Chalk artists use special easels (large ones that travel well) with lightboxes. When I first started drawing, I had a bulky and unweildy plywood easel with no lights. That easel was fine at first, but I knew I would never be able to fly with it or to take it to other countries. However, I didn't have several thousand dollars to spend on a travel easel with a decent light set. God provided one for me in an amazing way!

While I was at my first class, my mom mentioned to an acquaintance that I was learning to be a chalk artist. That lady said that her father used to be a missionary and that he was looking for someone to whom he could give his old equipment. We got in touch with Mr. Taber, and he gave me a travel easel that he had built himself and used for forty years in the jungles of the Philippines. It all comes apart and fits into two aluminum boxes. This easel has a fancy light box and can be set up in less than fifteen minutes! Not only did Mr. Taber give me the easel, but he also gave me some valuable drawing supplies and resource books. God used Mr. Taber to bless me beyond words. I have also been blessed through my teacher, who holds wonderful classes within an hour of my home. God has blessed me in chalk art more ways than I can count. Praise Him!