
Rose of Yesteryear
Maresa Lilley, SND
October 11, 2025
Several year ago, I received the commission to paint this lovely bride from

Dear Jesus…
Maresa Lilley, SND
September 29, 2025
Below are two earlier stages of many of this nearly refined painting. Pure

Sunflowers and Roses
Maresa Lilley, SND
September 19, 2025
This bouquet served as a table centerpiece last spring, and I finally decided

Meet Sr.Maresa
I am Sister Maresa Lilley, a member of the Sisters of Notre Dame, located in Chardon, Ohio, USA. For many years, I have enjoyed a passion that permits me to reflect upon simple reality with a brush in hand. To capture a simple essence on canvas and to discover inherent beauty is a daily immersion. While busy with teaching, or administration, or other various roles of my past, I found the quiet pursuit of pushing creamy oil paint into some kind of meaningful arrangement a soulful refreshment. I hope that through this blog, you also can enjoy a fresh look at grace and charm in the ordinary.

Light and Guide
Maresa Lilley, SND
February 12, 2025
I painted this angel from a photo of sculpture. I am drawn most


To Such As These
Maresa Lilley, SND
January 29, 2025
But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children
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