BOOKS

I’m a Chicago artist who creates art daily. To me, art and its process can be very healing.  My expression of art varies from realism to abstraction, from painting to writing books. In my paintings, which are mostly mixed-media art pieces as I combine different materials together letting their uniqueness shine through. Each art piece I create does have texture.

I wrote my first book about 10 years ago.

They were available on Blurb. I do have more recent books available now on Amazon.

Some of the books available on Amazon are listed below:

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This book invites you to explore, learn, and create art that glorifies God.

This book can be your personal canvas, the means by which you can discuss God's truths and worship Him through creating art. God, who is the ultimate Creator wishes us to be creative, to worship Him through the arts. So, whether we are painting, writing, or dancing, etc., we feel closer to His presence through creativity.

For most, worship can only be defined in terms of music, songs sung during Service before the Sermon Begins. Although true, this definition limits one's view. Thanks to 1 Corinthians 10:31, our definition can expand 'to anything that glorifies God.' Since art allows us time to reflect on God's teachings and glorify His presence, art can also be defined as a form of worship.

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** In this book, you will find over 30 interactive art activities helping you feel closer to God.
** Your skills as an artist as well as your relationship with Christ will be enhanced.

Published: September 2023

Discover, develop, and learn how to be more creative!

Learn how to
* REDUCE STRESS
* CREATE ART
* DISCOVER new art techniques
* DEVELOP your own creative style
* and GAIN INSIGHT- How creativity can be a benefit to you!

Since creativity empowers each one of us to rise above our deepest hurts, then we owe it to ourselves and others to be more creative. This book highlights the role art can play in our lives when we have the courage to unleash our own creative style out into the world. Art in all it forms invites us to be still and truly present in the moment.

This book is divided into three sections: discovering, developing, and unleashing your creativity. Journey along with Diane as she defines, explores, discovers, and develops creativity.

Additional information about Diane and her artistic pursuits can be discovered on her YouTube Channel, Arts2envision or by googling her name followed by the word WIX.

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WEBSITE: https://mcgarelgraphics.wixsite.com/dmcgarel

©2022 Why Not Create by Diane J. McGarel
ISBN: 9798778103306 // 121 pages// Black and white

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Explore Visio Divina and find what others have--healing, forgiveness, and love of God by connecting to God thru art in prayer. Visio Divina will help you heal from past hurts and will help you live the life that God has envision you to live, a life that is full of abundance.

When we look at any painting on a wall or walk into any museum, most times we are left wondering: wow, how did the artist do that? This book energizes and empowers artists and amateurs alike, by providing them the power to ignite their creative fires as well as the tools to create for themselves such beautiful works of art. This book examines the art work of Diane J. McGarel, its meaning and its connection to God in prayer.To view more of Diane J. McGarel's art work or learn about her upcoming art exhibitions, please check out her website at Diane McGarel Wix.

The link is https://mcgarelgraphics.wixsite.com/dmcgarelBeyond Brokenness:Healing Thru Art

by Diane J. McGarel Published April/ May 2020

ISBN# 9798637924622

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Mending Brokenness:

2nd Edition

Explore Visio Divina and discover what others have - forgiveness, healing, and the love of Christ.

This book explores the art work of Diane J. McGarel, its meaning, and how Visio Divina can enhance your prayer life. This book energizes and empowers artists and amateurs alike by providing them the power to ignite their creative fires as well as easy to follow step by step painting instructions.

Published June 2020 2nd Edition // ISBN #9798648488939 // Softcover- sized 6 x9 inches // 75 pages

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