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Inspiration


Big Ideas
eard that it was said that there is nothing new under the sun, but I am telling you that each unique fingerprint on each unique hand on each unique human being is here, arranged in this way with particular stories to tell, with a nuance that brings new meaning to our collective stories.
Sarah Hempel Irani
Nov 18, 20212 min read
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Becoming Parisian
I stopped at the local bakery and purchased a loaf of sourdough and a croissant. I thought to myself, "What if I attempted to live like a Parisian, right here in Frederick?"
Sarah Hempel Irani
Oct 8, 20182 min read
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How to Commission a Sculpture
Have you imagined commissioning a sculpture?
Let's say your family, a church, or organization wants to commission of a work of sculpture, but you have no idea where to begin or how to proceed. Here I will describe the process that I use in my studio.
Sarah Hempel Irani
Mar 21, 20185 min read
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School Shootings, Ash Wednesday, and Art
und the world. I don't know that I have much to contribute to the conversation that hasn't already been said, except that my heart is heavy.
Sarah Hempel Irani
Feb 14, 20182 min read
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What I Gained From Stargazing
Dramatic sunsets always grab my attention, but when had I last marveled at the stars?
Sarah Hempel Irani
Jan 11, 20183 min read
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What is the Point of Art?
Is it possible that making art is the main thing? What if it's not a side job or a hobby at all, but it's the whole point?
Sarah Hempel Irani
Jan 12, 20165 min read
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The Arts and Economic Development
A healthy arts community means a vibrant local economy. Support your local artists today!
Sarah Hempel Irani
Oct 23, 20122 min read
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Why I Love Making Sacred Art
This is why I love making sacred art. Art is always a spiritual act, but with sacred art, people approach it seeking God. And there is that hope that the piece you made, carefully, painstakingly, lovingly with your own hands, somehow connects the viewer to something, Someone Higher.
Sarah Hempel Irani
Oct 22, 20122 min read
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Newest Work: St. Vincent de Paul
Newest Work: St. Vincent de Paul
Sarah Hempel Irani
Oct 16, 20121 min read
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Stay-at-Home Mom Wins Art Prize
If you haven't seen the winners of this year's Art Prize in Grand Rapids, please go check it out! This year's first place winner is a mother and art teacher, Adonna Khare. She drew an exquisite, surreal mural of elephants and jungle creatures with nothing but pencils, an eraser, and a sock. The work is just incredible; it transports you to another place!
Sarah Hempel Irani
Oct 11, 20121 min read
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Finishing Work: Young, Old, Broken, Whole
Young, Old, Broken, Whole
Sarah Hempel Irani
Jul 2, 20121 min read
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