St. Maximilian Kolbe Oil Painting
Artist: Kevin Pawlowski (Georgia US, 1968- )
Title: St. Maximilian Kolbe
Medium: Oil paint on canvas
Size of Original: 24” x 30” x 1-1/2” (61cm x 76cm x 4cm)
Date: 2023
This painting of St. Maximilian Kolbe won honorable mention in the 2023 Catholic Art Institute Sacred Art Prize, a global art contest with almost 400 entries.
Original composition that was painstakingly researched, and took 4-months to complete. It was completed August 14, 2023, the feast day of St. Kolbe. This is a one-of-a-kind original that is 24” x 30”. Perfect for your home, Church, and anywhere you want to venerate this amazing Polish saint.
The one-of-a-kind original or museum-quality giclée reproductions are available for purchase.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
Artist: Kevin Pawlowski (Georgia US, 1968- )
Title: St. Maximilian Kolbe
Medium: Oil paint on canvas
Size of Original: 24” x 30” x 1-1/2” (61cm x 76cm x 4cm)
Date: 2023
This painting of St. Maximilian Kolbe won honorable mention in the 2023 Catholic Art Institute Sacred Art Prize, a global art contest with almost 400 entries.
Original composition that was painstakingly researched, and took 4-months to complete. It was completed August 14, 2023, the feast day of St. Kolbe. This is a one-of-a-kind original that is 24” x 30”. Perfect for your home, Church, and anywhere you want to venerate this amazing Polish saint.
The one-of-a-kind original or museum-quality giclée reproductions are available for purchase.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
Artist: Kevin Pawlowski (Georgia US, 1968- )
Title: St. Maximilian Kolbe
Medium: Oil paint on canvas
Size of Original: 24” x 30” x 1-1/2” (61cm x 76cm x 4cm)
Date: 2023
This painting of St. Maximilian Kolbe won honorable mention in the 2023 Catholic Art Institute Sacred Art Prize, a global art contest with almost 400 entries.
Original composition that was painstakingly researched, and took 4-months to complete. It was completed August 14, 2023, the feast day of St. Kolbe. This is a one-of-a-kind original that is 24” x 30”. Perfect for your home, Church, and anywhere you want to venerate this amazing Polish saint.
The one-of-a-kind original or museum-quality giclée reproductions are available for purchase.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
What Are Giclée Reproductions?
Giclée (pronounced “zhee-clay”) reproductions are high-quality prints of original artwork created using a specialized inkjet printing process. The term "Giclée" comes from the French word gicler, meaning "to spray," referencing the method of precisely spraying archival inks onto fine art paper or canvas. This advanced printing technique ensures exceptional detail and vibrant color accuracy, capturing the texture and nuances of the original piece.
Once printed, the canvas is stretched over a "stretcher" frame, a wooden framework designed to hold the canvas taut and maintain its structural integrity.
At Paradise Found Studio, Giclée reproductions of Kevin Pawlowski's artwork allow you to enjoy museum-quality pieces at an accessible price. Each print embodies the essence of the original creation, making it a perfect choice for collectors and art enthusiasts alike.
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About St. Maximillian Kolbe:
St. Maximilian Kolbe (1894–1941) was a Polish Franciscan friar and martyr renowned for his unwavering faith, selflessness, and heroic sacrifice during the Holocaust. Born as Rajmund Kolbe, he entered the Franciscan Order in 1910, adopting the name Maximilian upon his ordination. Deeply committed to spreading the message of God's love, he founded the Militia of the Immaculata, a movement dedicated to promoting devotion to the Virgin Mary. Kolbe's ardent advocacy for faith and humanitarianism led him to establish a printing press and radio station, enabling him to reach a wider audience and convey his message of hope.
However, it was Kolbe's courageous act during World War II that immortalized his legacy. In 1941, at the Auschwitz concentration camp, he selflessly volunteered to take the place of a fellow prisoner who had been condemned to die in a starvation bunker as punishment for an escape attempt. Kolbe's self-sacrifice demonstrated a profound commitment to his faith and an extraordinary level of compassion for his fellow human beings. His unwavering resolve in the face of adversity and his ultimate sacrifice stand as a testament to the power of love and faith, making St. Maximilian Kolbe a shining example of Christian virtue and heroism for generations to come. He was canonized as a saint by Pope John Paul II in 1982.
Other Great Ways to Venerate St. Maximilian Kolbe…
Artist: Kevin Pawlowski (Georgia US, 1968- )
Title: St. Maximilian Kolbe Study (Young)
Medium: Graphite and white pencil on grey paper
Date: 2023
Graphite and white pencil study of St. Kolbe created in preparation of a larger oil painting. Original 9”x12” drawing on gray paper.
Artist: Kevin Pawlowski (Georgia US, 1968- )
Title: St. Maximilian Kolbe Study (Older)
Medium: Graphite and white pencil on grey paper
Date: 2023
Graphite and white pencil study of St. Kolbe created in preparation of a larger oil painting. This is a portrait of St. Kolbe when he was older. Original 9”x12” drawing on gray paper.
Latest Blog Post…
Learning About The Life of St. Maximillian Kolbe Through Painting
Discussion of the symbols incorporated in the original painting of St. Maximillian Kolbe, and what they can teach us about his life and tragic death in Auschwitz.
Painstaking Process of Painting St. Kolbe
After four months of research, reference preparation, and finally painting, I completed my portrait of Saint Maximilian Kolbe on his feast day, August 14, 2023. This post is an inside look at my process. I can’t say for sure it is typical, but I know from talking to other artists that it isn’t unusual.
