{"product_id":"the-valley-of-the-shadow-1","title":"The Valley of the Shadow","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"677\" data-start=\"634\"\u003eArtwork Description \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003eInspired by Psalm 23, \u003cem data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eThe Valley of the Shadow\u003c\/em\u003e reflects the lived experience of walking through seasons of darkness while being upheld by the abiding presence of the Good Shepherd. Though the path feels narrow and the shadows press in, fear is dispelled by the nearness of Christ - the One who goes before, prepares a table in the midst of trial, and offers the cup of life that overflows into eternity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003eThis artwork speaks of passing through, not remaining - of light that leads us home, and of the quiet assurance known by every child of God who has discovered that the Shepherd does not leave us, even in the deepest valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf this artwork has stirred something in you, I'd love to share the story behind it. Read my reflection: \u003ca title=\"Read my reflection: The Shadow and the Shepherd\" href=\"https:\/\/carlaslabbert.com\/blogs\/reflections\/the-shadow-and-the-shepherd\"\u003eThe Shadow and the Shepherd\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1144\" data-start=\"1141\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1203\" data-start=\"1146\"\u003eArtwork Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1481\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1233\" data-start=\"1216\"\u003eThe Valley of the Shadow\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1236\" data-start=\"1233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1247\" data-start=\"1236\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carla Slabbert\u003cbr data-end=\"1265\" data-start=\"1262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1274\" data-start=\"1265\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003cbr data-end=\"1286\" data-start=\"1283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1297\" data-start=\"1286\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1354\" data-start=\"1298\"\u003ePastel on Pastel Mat Board\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1354\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1372\" data-start=\"1357\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"1373\"\u003e[Height: 420mm, × Width: 297mm, Unframed]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1412\" data-start=\"1409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1426\" data-start=\"1412\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent\u003cbr data-end=\"1439\" data-start=\"1436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1453\" data-start=\"1439\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-signed by the artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1486\" data-start=\"1483\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1543\" data-start=\"1488\"\u003eAbout This Original Artwork \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1607\"\u003eThis is an original, one-of-a-kind artwork, created entirely by hand using traditional materials and techniques. Each piece carries the unique qualities of the original surface, including texture, tonal variation, and the marks of the artist’s process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2108\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003eOriginal works are created slowly and intentionally, with attention given to both craftsmanship and meaning. No reproductions are identical to the original artwork, and each piece stands as a singular expression of the moment in which it was made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2113\" data-start=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2150\" data-start=\"2115\"\u003e4. Care, Handling \u0026amp; Presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2307\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003eThis artwork will be carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery.\u003cbr data-end=\"2259\" data-start=\"2256\"\u003eFraming is not included unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2309\"\u003eFor pastel works, professional framing behind glass is recommended to preserve the artwork over time. Care instructions will be provided upon purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2465\" data-start=\"2462\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2498\" data-start=\"2467\"\u003e5. 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