Painting the face of Saint Peter for my Saints Peter and Paul commission, oil on panel, 18 x 24” 2023. Collection of FSSP headquarters Saints Peter and Paul stand together in Rome, the twin pillars of the Church. Peter holds the keys entrusted to him by Christ, three tears in his eyes recalling his denial and the mercy that restored him. Paul gazes toward him, gripping the sword of his martyrdom, the same blade that symbolizes the Word of God he preached without fear. Between them they present a

Painting the face of Saint Peter for the Martyrdom of St. Peter, oil on panel 36 x 48” 2022 When I painted The Crucifixion of Saint Peter I focused on his face as the true witness of his martyrdom. In his expression I see humility, sorrow, and a profound peace born of total surrender to Christ. Though his body suffers, his face reflects unwavering faith and acceptance, revealing a man who knows he is giving his life not in defeat but in love. Through each brushstroke I wanted his gaze to speak o

Painting the Martyrdom of Saint Peter, oil on panel 36 x 48” 2022 👉prints available at https://www.ericarmusik.com/workszoom/4599501/crucifixion-of-saint-peter-limited-edition-signed-print When I painted The Crucifixion of Saint Peter I wanted to enter into the quiet power of his final witness. In this moment I see Peter enduring the weight of his own martyrdom with grace and resolve, nailed to the wood he himself asked to be lifted up as a sign of his faith and humility, because he felt unwort