Billy Jack

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©BillyJackAnimates Artist Collective Billy Jack Animator, Writer, and Voice Actor INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK YOUTUBE ABOUT THE ARTIST Billy Jack Animator, Writer, and Voice Actor Billy Jack is a self-taught animator, writer, and voice actor bringing one of the Bible’s most fearless, violent, complicated, and unforgettable books to life—one frame at a time. His biblically inspired cartoons […]

#iam_beloved: Meet John Sheridan Video

John Sheridan, a veteran with a rich family history of military service, shares a transformative encounter that redefined his understanding of peace. After years of battling PTSD and attending too many military funerals, he discovered that the color green, once synonymous with conflict, could also represent peace. Standing before Akiane Kramarik’s painting, *Prince of Peace*, he felt Jesus’ eyes meet his, enveloping him in a profound sense of tranquility. “I don’t have to wait until they’re putting me six feet in the ground to know peace,” he says. His story offers hope to veterans still searching for solace.

#iam_beloved: The Thorats Video

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The Thorats’ #iam_beloved Story: Missionaries Meet Prince of Peace – Video Pred and Fabiola Thorat have served as missionaries on different continents — he from India to Colombia, she from Mexico to Belgium — and on their 15th wedding anniversary, a billboard outside Marble Falls drew them into Belóved Gallery. Standing before Akiane Kramarik’s Prince […]

#iam_beloved: The Wraights Video

A man and a woman stand side by side in front of a framed portrait of Jesus titled Prince of Peace, displayed on a white wall with a description next to it. Both are dressed in white.

On Good Friday, the Wraight family embarked on a profound journey that began in an emergency room. After Alan Wraight flatlined during a heart attack, he found himself in the arms of Jesus, counting the stars on His crown. His daughter Christina, inspired by his near-death experience, vowed to see Akiane Kramarik’s iconic painting, *Prince of Peace*. Standing before it, Alan felt a deep connection to his encounter in the throne room of God. Their #iam_beloved story is a testament to faith, the power of resurrection, and the significance of this remarkable painting. Discover their incredible journey below.

#iam_beloved: Dana Sleger Video

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Dana Sleger: #iam_beloved Story Prophetic Art and Prince of Peace – Video Dana Sleger grew up watching her mother paint — a prophetic artist who “catches” colors and pictures. So when Dana first saw Akiane Kramarik’s Prince of Peace, she recognized something profoundly different, and brought her mother to Belóved Gallery to see it in […]

#iam_beloved: Camille Walker Video

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Experience the inspiring journey of Camille Walker as she shares her profound connection with Belóved Gallery. On her second visit, she was enveloped by a remarkable sense of serenity while admiring Akiane Kramarik’s painting, *Prince of Peace*. “In that moment, I felt Jesus’s gaze upon me, and I knew He was there with me,” she shares. Camille’s story is a testament to faith, hope, and the resilience of the human spirit, as she forms a deep bond with the art. Explore how each interaction with Akiane’s creations unveils new pathways to introspection and motivation in her uplifting narrative.

#iam_beloved: Tiffany Joy Video

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Some encounters with art begin in childhood and never let go. Tiffany Joy first saw Akiane Kramarik’s *Prince of Peace* as a little girl, and decades later, during one of the hardest seasons of her life, she walked into Belóved Gallery and found that same face waiting for her. In our latest #iam_beloved story, Tiffany shares how a painting she never forgot met her exactly when she needed it. “I learned that I was God’s beloved through a lot of trial and error. Something that took me a long time to learn is that I could not earn His love.”

#iam_beloved: Jerri McBay Video

Older person with gray hair in a dark blue jacket stands with their back to the camera, viewing a large framed portrait in a museum gallery (titled 'Prince Of Peace').

Jerri McBay is not just a visitor; she’s a passionate ambassador for the Belóved Gallery. With her Texas-based group, Let’s Travel!, she brings friends and travelers back to experience the profound beauty of Akiane’s art. The alcove housing the “Prince of Peace” captivates her, leaving visitors reflective and connected. Jerri describes her experiences as overwhelming and breathtaking, emphasizing the importance of witnessing the art firsthand. Each group she brings leaves with a shared moment that lingers long after they depart Marble Falls. Discover how Jerri’s journey intertwines with the transformative power of art and community.

Collections – Mother’s Love

Akiane: A Journey of Faith Through Art Mother’s Love AKIANE KRAMARIK | Age 11 MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas Purchase Prints View of Smartify Mother’s Love Love is never alone—Love is always crowded—Love is a shared self. We cannot own our love, and we cannot teach our love. The longest breath of love is the shortest […]

#iam_beloved: Brian Alarid Video

When Brian Alarid’s 12-year-old daughter Chloe was hospitalized and paralyzed, the worst day of his life became the day God gave him a mission: to pray for every person on earth by name. In our latest #iam_beloved story of faith, he shares Chloe’s healing and the peace “no one else can give.” Brian, a former pastor, recognized the Jesus he met in a dream when he stood before Akiane Kramarik’s *Prince of Peace*. Discover how love transformed their journey and how Brian’s mission to pray for the world unfolded in the midst of unimaginable challenges.