Be it a humble image or a monumental piece, sacred art carries the ability to inspire, console, and elevate the soul toward the divine.
Artistic pieces in the Catholic tradition are more than decorations, they are visual prayers, crafted to reveal the invisible realities of our faith. Rooted in the beauty of truth, they serve as instruments of evangelization and contemplation. The Catechism teaches that “sacred art is true and beautiful when its form corresponds to its particular vocation: evoking and glorifying the transcendent mystery of God” (CCC 2502).
Inspired by Scripture, such as when God filled Bezalel “with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, understanding, and knowledge in all kinds of crafts” (Exodus 31:3) and by saints like Fra Angelico, Patron Saint of Catholic Artists, who painted only after prayer, each piece I create is intended to lead the viewer into deeper communion with Christ. Whether a small icon or a large-scale work, sacred art has the power to touch hearts and lift the soul toward the divine.
Contact Us:
G.R. Hoelzeman Studios
1 Waldhof Lane
Hattieville, AR 72063
Phone: (501) 416-0514
Email: george@grhstudios.com
Our Ethos:
Through beauty and art, we see our salvation story, shown to the world through wood and stone, so "that in all things, God may be glorified." (I Peter 4:11)