Ann Rothan Artist Statements

Ann Rothan often shares with us her experiences, personal  revelations, and prayers concerning her works.  I hope these will add to your enjoyment and appreciation of the Ann Rothan images that you decide to bring into your life. . . Emmie

The Ancients Come

"After throwing color on a large piece of paper the painting dried, this figure appeared in the center, looking like it came from a Nebula explosion in space, putting me on my knees!! Every time I started to paint on it, my hair stood on end...the energy was so huge!  Soon, what seemed like Sacred Geometry appeared as symbols surrounding the figure.  I am still in awe of this magnificent Being and the powerful energy that it brings". Ann Rothan

"I am the living breath of awareness held sacred in the Soul. I salute the essence of God within us and bow my head in humility and respect for that Divinely present in us all.  I accept that we are One reality and honor the miracle of life as the living breath of Mother Father God. " Author Unknown

Dolphin Sunset

"This painting was inspired by a story I was told. 'A couple sailed often in the evening.  She would say 'I want to come back as a dolphin when I die'. For years after her sudden death, her husband could not force himself to sail.  Then one evening, as he began to ready the sailboat, dolphina appeared.  The dolphins stayed with him during his outing, and to this day, go with him every time he sets sail'.

"I painted her merging with the dolphin on the right side.  She is facing the setting sun.  So often, when people share their stories, dreams, and visions with me, it inspires a painting.  Thank you." Ann Rothan

Butterfly Angel

"This Angel Fairy awakens the butterflies very early in the morning. As they emerge from their sleep, she lets each one know the joy they are bringing to the human kingdom. She blows gently on their wings, infusing them with sparkling colors that will shimmer in the sun.  When fully awakened to their mission, she sprinkles them with magic and sees them on their way, to bless the world with each flutter of their wings."             Ann Rothan

Crib Angel

"When our children were small, we would hear them giggling and cooing in their cribs.  Often, we wondered just who they were talking to -- what did they see  that made them so happy? Peeking in, we would see them smiling, kicking, cooing and squealing, looking into space!  Thinking they were talking to their Angels, perhaps remembering where they just came from in heaven, we would quietly close the door and listen to their delight in being here--PLANET EARTH!"

Ann Rothan

In the Beginning

"There is something about this painting that keeps me interested in looking deeper and deeper into the spaces. It is playful and it is meditative.  There are more than two angels in the painting; can you find them? They are reflected in the clouds and on Earth. The color speaks to the violet flame within, abiding in our sacred dream space."              Ann Rothan

Director's Note:

This may be Ann Rothan's most famous image.  It is the first one I ever saw from her. For me, it defines her work. It reminds us our innate soul knowledge...that we are One, born of stardust, and lovingly created by God.  Emmie

Dispeller of Darkness

"Dispeller of Darkness was painted for a show in Portland, Oregon.  I started to paint soft watery colors, however dark purples and blues wanted to be present. - finally, going with the deeper tones, Angels came to the surface revealing their power, dispelling the darkness - thus the title.

With our eyes closed, imagine we are viewing our Mother Earth from space...so beautiful, a suspended blue jewel.  We can raise our hands in our minds eye and pour healing light from our palms.  We see no boundaries, no races...we feel only love surrounding this precious globe." Ann Rothan

Healing Hands

"This was a commission.  Only half of the painting is shown (in the print).  I felt the painting as a whole was not to be shared.  This beautiful healer with roses around her crown, a healing orb within her hands and the dove in flight felt like it was for all of us.  For me, she began her healing ways as I began to put down the blue washes.  The hidden animals and angels are part of the mystery.

May I always remember that my hands hold the power to heal; that what I touch is blessed by the love I hold within my heart.  May I never forget to bless all that is seen or unseen."

Ann Rothan

Miracle Baby

"This painting was meant for a children's book on world religions.  It was not used so I decided to make a print of it.  Babies ARE a miracle.  The baby who holds the universe in its heart also holds a rattle that is a prayer wheel.  The cradle blossom floats on waves of energy in our solar system waiting until the exact moment of birth."

Ann Rothan

Heavens Light

"My sweet sister-in-law lost her battle with breast cancer.  Battle she did.  She fought it to the end.   In that fight she managed to transform those who knew her.

The Light fo Heaven pours from the Divine heart space between the breasts, even the petals take on a heart-breast look.  The colors are creative...pure, deep yet transparent. 

The Divine Feminine reaches into the depth of her heart-soul, where life comes from.

Heaven Heals

Heaven Loves

Reach into my heart Father Mother God, pour the healing LIGHT of your LOVE into me...

Fill me with Your Brilliance...burning off the old...allowing the new to form.

 Ann Rothan

Transformations

"This was a commission.  The butterfly signifies a soul that is to be, or going to be transformed through

• Truth
• Forgiveness
• Compassion &
• Love

We are the cocoons waiting for grace and knowledge, waiting to be born into New.

Ann Rothan

"This painting was one of a backdrop series for a ballet troupe in the Midwest...It seems to be dancing with new life, new beginnings. Because it has always appealed to the feminine side in me, it was a natural progression to add the little girl and all the Spirit Beings.  They are hidden throughout, waiting to be found like our future, not yet revealed, hidden from view, being watched over by our Angels."        Ann Rothan

Director's Note:

This is an image you can rediscover every time you look at it.  So far, I have found  6 beings in it.  We deliberately limit the size and quality of images we put on the internet in order to help to protect our artists' copyrights.  If you would like to see more detail, please email me with your request  emmie@estrellafineart.com and I will send you a larger image that you may explore. Emmie

Wannabee

"I truly had fun with this painting. It took over six months to complete due to the fact that I just did not want to finish. I love the contrast in size of the blossom and the tiny fairies to the big Angel Fairy. Maybe these tiny ones have something exciting and wonderful to share with the Angel who looks so lovingly at them. The title comes from wanting this to be the cover of a children's book.  Who knows, perhaps a children's story is waiting to be written around this painting through YOUR imagination!          Ann Rothan

Director's Note:

Ann Rothan's work is so inspiring...you can derive your own meaning from her rich imagery.  For me, Wannabee is about creativity itself.  We emerge from our creative lotus hearts, and we can be whatever we wannabee!

Emmie