Description
Medium: Fine Art Canvas Giclée Print (2025)
This stirring work of art by Scott Patton, titled “Come to Me,” is a radiant expression of divine mercy and tender invitation. Inspired by the timeless words of Jesus in Matthew 11:28 — “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” — the piece transcends mere visual beauty to become a sacred moment, captured in color and light.
Jesus stands at the center, draped in flowing garments that seem woven from the very clouds of heaven. Loose, impressionist brushwork softens every edge, creating a sense of movement—as if the scene is alive with the breath of God. His face, full of compassion, is illuminated by a golden radiance that cascades around Him, merging the heavenly with the earthly. His eyes search yours, not with judgment, but with an unspoken understanding of your pain, your weariness, your longing. And then there is His hand—reaching forward, open, steady—offering not just rest, but rescue.
The brilliance of Patton’s artistry lies in his ability to paint not only the form of Christ, but the very heart of Him. Each brushstroke seems to echo with divine whisperings: “I see you. I know you. I’m here.” The colors swirl in hues of soft lavender, deep rose, and shimmering gold, suggesting a holy convergence of grace and glory. There is a holy hush in the atmosphere, a sense that all of heaven leans in as Jesus extends this sacred call.
You are drawn in, not as a distant observer, but as the one being beckoned. The posture of Jesus is not commanding, but deeply inviting—like a Father welcoming His child home. It is as if the painting itself breathes with the promise of peace: peace for the anxious, comfort for the broken, and rest for the soul that has wandered too long in the shadows.
The impressionist style, with its intentional softness and light, mirrors the spiritual message at its core: that Christ meets us not in perfection, but in our need. The loose brushwork allows the viewer’s heart to fill in the space with personal meaning—because this invitation is for you. Not the strong or the self-sufficient, but the weary, the burdened, the undone.
In “Come to Me,” Scott Patton has not only portrayed the Savior—he has opened a doorway into His embrace. This painting is more than art. It is an altar, a sanctuary, a divine moment extended across time and canvas. It is the heart of Jesus, reaching through light and color, whispering gently but urgently:
“Come. You don’t have to carry it anymore. I am your rest.”
Handmade in Sarasota Florida.
PLEASE NOTE: The unframed pieces are approximately 3/16" thick and the boxed framed pieces are approximately 2" thick and are also around 1.5" larger in dimensions per side. For example - the 15 x 20 box framed print will actually be around 17.5" x 21.5" x 2" thick. The frames are made out of reclaimed hard maple wood for a durable and beautiful finish and do no include hanging hardware because the frames hang well on any sturdy nail or screw.
