Looking Through the Eyes of Faith
Description
About this piece
This pastel portrait depicts an impoverished African boy standing before the hardships of township life. Yet behind his smile lies a deeper story.
Reflected in his sunglasses is a vibrant scene of hope: Jesus warmly embracing him, clothed in white and crowned with dignity and honour. While his natural circumstances speak of poverty, faith reveals a greater reality - his identity, inheritance, and future secured in Christ.
Inspired by the biblical call to "walk by faith, not by sight," this artwork reminds us that our lives are not ultimately defined by present circumstances, but by the promises of God. It is a celebration of the living hope found in Jesus Christ and an invitation to view life's challenges through the lens of eternal truth.
A powerful statement piece for those who desire a daily reminder that faith sees beyond what the eyes can see.
If this artwork has stirred something in you, I'd love to share the story behind it. Read my reflection: When the Lens Changes Everything: Living by Faith, Not by Sight
Print Information & Craftsmanship
Each artwork is reproduced with great care and fidelity from the original piece, ensuring the integrity, depth, and atmosphere of the artwork are preserved as faithfully as possible.
Looking Through the Eyes of Faith was originally created as a pastel artwork on pastel mat board and has been professionally digitised using high-resolution scanning to capture subtle tonal transitions, texture, and detail.
All prints are produced in partnership with a professional fine art print studio and are carefully quality-checked by the artist before being sent to their new home. These works are not drop-shipped or mass-produced.
Fine Art Giclée Print (Limited Edition)
The Fine Art Giclée Print is a museum-quality reproduction, printed using archival pigment inks on premium, museum-grade fine art paper.
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Limited Edition of 50 per artwork
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Individually hand-signed and numbered by the artist and includes a certificate of authenticity.
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Printed with archival, fade-resistant inks for longevity
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Designed for collectors seeking a faithful, refined paper reproduction
Limited edition sizes are intentionally capped per artwork to preserve the integrity and collectability of each piece.
Canvas Print (Open Edition)
The Canvas Print offers a contemporary presentation of the artwork while maintaining a high standard of print quality.
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Open Edition
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Printed using archival pigment inks on fine art canvas
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Digitally signed as part of the artwork image
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Supplied rolled (unstretched and unframed) to ensure safe shipping and allow for professional stretching or framing according to personal preference
Canvas prints are ideal for those who desire a larger or more textural presentation of the artwork without the constraints of a limited edition.
Care & Shipping
Note: Prints are sold unframed. All prints are handled with care and packaged securely. Rolled prints are recommended for international shipping to ensure the artwork arrives safely and in optimal condition. We ship worldwide from Australia with full tracking.
Notified by email when this product becomes available
We’re happy to provide any details you need before purchase.
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Museum-Quality Materials
Each artwork and print is produced using archival, gallery-grade materials to preserve richness, depth, and longevity for generations
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Scripture-Inspired Artwork
Every piece emerges from Scripture and personal reflection, shaped through prayer, study, and a deep desire to honour Christ
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Securely Packaged & Delivered
Your artwork is carefully packaged and shipped with tracking and protection, ensuring it arrives safely and beautifully presented
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FAQ
General
We offer Originals, Limited Edition Fine Art Giclée Prints, and Open Edition Canvas Prints — each created from original hand-drawn or painted works by Carla Slabbert.
Originals and Limited Edition Giclée Prints include a signed Certificate of Authenticity. Each piece is personally handled and verified by the artist before shipping.
Yes. All artworks are shipped unframed, allowing you to choose a framing style that suits your space and personal preference.
Fine art prints can be framed using standard frames or custom framing. For the best long-term preservation, we recommend using archival-quality framing materials.
Original canvas paintings are carefully rolled and protected for safe transport. Once received, they can be professionally stretched or framed by a local framer according to your preferred presentation.
Shipping
Yes, we ship worldwide. Orders within Australia include complimentary shipping, while international orders are shipped using a flat-rate shipping fee displayed at checkout.
All artworks are carefully packaged for safe transport and shipped with tracking where available.
Prints are professionally produced to order to ensure exceptional colour accuracy and archival quality.
Please allow 5–10 business days for production before your artwork is shipped.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
Australia
2–8 business days (Standard Post)
International
6–27+ business days (International Standard)
Delivery times may vary depending on your location, customs processing, and postal service conditions. Once your order has shipped, you will receive a tracking number so you can follow its journey.
Every artwork is personally checked and securely packaged by the artist using archival-quality materials and protective packaging to ensure it arrives safely.
To ensure safe international transport, artworks are shipped unframed and carefully rolled in protective packaging or shipping tubes. This applies to both fine art prints and original canvas artworks unless otherwise stated.
No. Shipping canvas artworks rolled is a widely accepted and safe method used by artists and galleries around the world.
Original canvas paintings and canvas prints are carefully rolled with protective layers and placed inside a sturdy shipping tube designed to prevent pressure or damage during transit.
This method actually reduces the risk of damage, as framed artworks can be more vulnerable to impact during shipping.
Once your artwork arrives, it can be professionally stretched or framed by a local framer, allowing you to choose a presentation style that suits your space.
All artworks are packaged with great care to ensure they arrive safely.
International orders may be subject to customs duties, taxes, or import fees depending on the destination country. These charges are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the buyer.
