Nathan Hawks, I am a Lost Sheep

Artist: Nathan Hawks

Title: I am a Lost Sheep

Medium: Oil on Board

Unframed Dimensions: 24 x 12 inches

Framed Dimensions: 31 x 16 inches

Price: $1,000

Artist Statement: In contemporary Christianity, we often use the term 'lost sheep' to refer to those who have 'wandered' or left the flock of religious participation. In my personal experience I have often thought of being a 'lost sheep' as something that happens to 'other people'. I've caught myself mistakenly thinking that every sheep that has ever wandered must have done so deliberately. The reality is that at some point we all lift our heads up in a sea of the unknown and have the surprising realization 'I am lost'. Rather than a neat little flock of disciples, it seems to me that all sheep are constantly becoming lost and on the daily require the Savior’s love to be found again.  Like this sheep, we may be surrounded by tumultuous or bleak surroundings, but we are always touched by a ray of loving light that can guide us home. 

Artist Bio: Nate Hawks is a wildlife artist whose work draws inspiration from his stunning surroundings in Utah and his own personal history as an exhibit designer in zoos, aquariums, and museums working with wildlife.

With a rich background in illustration and design prior to dedicating himself to painting wildlife, Nate has collaborated with an array of incredible clients. His illustration and exhibit design portfolio showcases work for notable names such as the Georgia Aquarium, The Boston Globe, Meateater inc., and The Living Planet Aquarium.

In addition to his painting, Nate shares his passion and knowledge as a design instructor at the university level and previously served as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Springville Museum of Art. Outside of his professional pursuits, Nate enjoys spending quality time with his family and tending to his small herd of tortoises.