about the artist

We were never promised a life free from trials, but we are promised a God who is present through the ones we will face. How much richer life becomes when we seek Him in it all, let go of the notion that we must do it all alone, and trust in God's gentle whisper.

I’m Amy Hostetler—wife and mama to two boys, an artist and seeker of God’s presence and voice through His subtle whispers. In 2005, I graduated with a double major in art and art history and went on to earn my teaching degree in art education. For over a decade, I taught art while focusing on my growing family. My teaching experience was immensely valuable in shaping the artist I am today. There is nothing quite like spending every day encouraging others to cultivate their own creative spirit to remind you of the importance of the creative spirit within yourself. As much as I enjoyed teaching, a challenging season of my life led me to resign in 2019. Though it was painful and full of unknowns, I knew God was working behind the scenes, even when I couldn't see it yet. I just had to trust. That trust has led me to where I am today. Now, looking back, I can truly see the meaning in those challenges and look back with deep gratitude.

Seeing, hearing, and communing with God is not only something we can all experience, it’s something we were designed for! I love that God is so personal and detailed in how He uses our everyday moments to speak to the very hearts He created. His voice is woven into the small moments of our lives—the ones that are often overlooked. The song of our lives is always being sung over us, and we can lean in to hear the sweet whispers of His voice in our hearts. These songs tell of how our faith was built and tested because of life’s trials—yes because of them—and how He spoke to us through them (1 Peter 1:6-7).

As I continued to lean in over the years, I realized I was drawn to create compositions that carried a whimsical, sometimes dreamlike tone. Each piece is a blend of some of my favorite joyful colors found in the world around us and the beauty and wonder that lie within us. I draw inspiration from a sense of whimsy that feels playful and free. With a touch of imagination, my brushstrokes and colors dance across the canvas, revealing unique surprises. Often, these paintings speak something back to me in a language my heart can understand.

My hope is that you find they speak to you, too! Thank you for being here.

— Amy