THE EXHIBITION

A series of 21 contemporary portraits bring to life characters from the sweeping story of the Bible.

Audiences have the opportunity to encounter each character face to face and explore through their eyes a deeper understanding of the heart of God.

This exhibition is available to host in your church/community setting.

Exhibition Feedback

“I’m not normally into art but this exhibition really moved me.”

Exhibition Feedback

“You can’t get away from the fact that the Bible isn’t just a book, when you see it like that, it’s so clear, it’s a million living stories.”

Each artwork has a QR code which when scanned with a smartphone takes you to the original Bible passage where the life of the character can be explored more.


  • Encounter the Bible in a fresh way

  • Explore what God might be like

  • Discover the gift of our imagination in the spiritual journey

  • Create space for reflection and contemplation

  • Open up discussion and dialogue

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Drawn to Imperfection - The Book

Launching - 5TH DECEMBER 2024

Take the exhibition home.

Accompanying the exhibition is the book ‘Drawn to Imperfection’.

Featuring all the artworks from the exhibition, each portrait sits alongside a creative retelling of each individuals story written by church leader/author David Painting.