Linocuts by Emily Ciecka

On view November 22, 2026 - January 17, 2027 in the small gallery.

OPENING RECEPTION: Sunday, November 22nd around 12:45pm, after the 11am service at Sojourn Midtown (1207 S. Shelby St.). Come learn about the artist’s process, ask her questions, and enjoy light refreshments. All ages welcome. Emily will also be in the small gallery between the two services to connect with people.

“Reviving Sacred Beauty is a collection inspired by cathedrals and creation, exploring how beauty orients us toward truth. Through symbolic birds, plants, and stained glass, these works invite us not only to behold beauty, but to carry it into the world as reflections of Truth.”

— Emily Ciecka

I create hand-carved linocuts that tell stories of resilience, offering spaces for contemplation where hope can emerge.

My work explores the tension between beauty and brokenness, grief and renewal, using birds, botanicals, and symbols from the natural world to invite reflection. I hope each piece encourages viewers to slow down, discover meaning over time, and recognize that hope can coexist with hardship.

Working in the traditional medium of linocut printmaking, every line is carved by hand, and every layer is printed individually. The permanence of the process reflects the themes I explore, embracing texture, imperfection, and the evidence of the human hand.

With over 15 years of experience in graphic design, I bring an intentional approach to composition and visual storytelling, while printmaking allows room for ambiguity, mystery, and emotional complexity. In a culture driven by speed and certainty, I see art as an invitation to pause, reflect, and return with fresh eyes.