Sr. Thomas Swanson, OP, has created many works inspired by God’s creation. We include several of her works in honor of Laudato Si’.
The beauty of Peru’s rivers, lakes and mountains led Sr. Thoma to paint the natural world, which is intimately connected to her faith.
“Who could paint those mountains, who could paint the ocean, without marveling at its source, at its creation? There is a strong pull as I paint creation and the natural world. It’s the work of God’s hands, and he gave me the gift [of art], and I’m happy to have that gift. I love it.”
Sr. Thoma Swanson, OP

Prayer to God to take care of the Earth.
Keep up your good work … giving God the Glory and the Praise!
Keep up the good work …giving God the glory and the praise!
Thank you so much for sharing with us your gift of art !!
Thank you, Thoma, for producing and sharing your art in so many forms and ways. It amazes me how delightfully creative you continue to be. “Planted in the house of the Lord, (the just) shall bear fruit in old age, always vigorous and sturdy”. Ps 92;14-15
Beautiful! Thank you!
Sr. Thoma,
We are all blessed by your wonderful gift of creating beauty. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.