At four years old, Rhonda Lettow was already sketching fashion plates and shaping clay pots from the earth behind her family’s garage, leaving them to bake in the sun. Creativity wasn’t just a gift—it was part of her very being, inherited from her artistic parents. In school, Rhonda’s talent shone, earning her art scholarships for college. But life had other plans for her. As a teenage mother, and later a wife and mother to four thriving children, Rhonda’s art was often sidelined, emerging only in bursts when her creative energy could no longer be contained.

Over the years, Rhonda nurtured her craft in stolen moments—attending art classes and workshops, painting portraits, and selling watercolors, oils, and acrylics. Her commissions were a testament to her talent, but her busy family life, ministry, and social commitments kept her from fully embracing her art. Then, tragedy struck. The loss of her husband of 25 years—her high school sweetheart—left Rhonda devastated, grappling with grief and a sense of being unmoored. Yet, from the ashes of that loss, her creative passion began to rekindle. Remarriage brought new love and joy, but her dream of an art career remained just out of reach.

In early 2024, as Rhonda turned 65, a profound shift stirred within her. She could no longer ignore the God-given talent burning inside her—it was now or never. With determination, Rhonda set goals and made plans. She transformed a space into a beautiful studio, filled with paints, brushes, and endless possibilities. Online classes refreshed her skills, and by fall 2024, she was painting full-time. Each day in her studio felt like a reawakening—her brushstrokes grew bolder, her vision sharper.

Rhonda found her artistic voice, one that reflects God’s boundless creativity through her unique perspective. Her work isn’t just about technique; it’s about how she sees—the overlooked beauty in fleeting moments, the emotions others might pass by. Through her art, Rhonda seeks to evoke awe, joy, and wonder, capturing the divine in the everyday. Her paintings are a celebration of the Creator’s beauty, expressed in her own distinct way. Rhonda Lettow’s story, like her art, is a powerful testament to resilience, faith, and the courage to embrace the gift she was born to share.