Unveiling Hidden Desires Through Reflection and Stillness in Art

Sometimes desires and bad heart motives get in the way of receiving answers to prayers. Today's artistic venture encourages subscribers of the Creative Helping Hands Blog to overcome stagnation in their current prayerful journey. The art of introspection could be exactly what's required to move forward right now. Have fun while reading today's blog post!

“Secret longings” 2025. Mirror No. 21, Mixed media on cardboard.

The artistic mirror symbolizes the word of God, encouraging viewers to approach the Bible with an open heart for transformation. Upon reflecting on their heart’s reflection, viewers are invited to take an action. 

“Secret Longings” mirror has mosaic features with dominant shades of soothing blue.

These blue hues symbolize different aspects of the viewer's relaxed and calming nature, punctuated by occasional bursts of red mosaic pieces reflecting sporadic emotional intensity. 

The occasional tan hue on the outer frame of the artistic mirror reveals intertwined, concealed longings. In moments of stillness, hidden heart motives and desires become apparent. As viewers reflect on the proposed verse, they are encouraged to look at their reflection in the mirror and pray for God to uncover the secret desires of their heart and seek a transformation in their motivations.

Viewers might reflect on:

“And even when you ask, you don’t get it because your motives are all wrong—you want only what will give you pleasure.” - James 4:3 NLT