Beauty, Art, and the Universal Call to Holiness with Amber Knorr

What happens when art becomes a way of praying? In this episode of *The Creative Catholics*, Alex sits down with sacred artist and art professor Amber Knorr to explore the relationship between beauty, creativity, faith, and the universal call to holiness. Amber shares how her journey from studying theology to studying sacred art in Florence shaped her vocation as an artist, and why she believes beauty can open hearts to God in a way that words sometimes cannot. She talks about creating monumental sacred works, including her 14-by-7-foot painting *The Universal Call to Holiness*, and what it means to visually capture the extraordinary holiness found in ordinary lives. Together, they discuss the hidden work that happens before a paintbrush ever touches the canvas, learning to pray while creating, the connection between beauty and sacrifice, and the challenge of making art that points beyond the artist toward Christ. Whether you're a professional artist, a creative hobbyist, or simply someone who wants to bring more beauty into everyday life, this conversation is an invitation to see creativity itself as a gift—and a possible path to encounter God. What if the ordinary things you create, teach, make, or do each day could become an offering to the Lord? Connect with Amber Knorr On Instagram: @amberknorrart Amber's Website: https://www.amberknorrart.com/ Connect with The Creative Catholics If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another creative. Follow @TheCreativeCatholics on Instagram to share your creations and join the community. Sponsors/Links Check out Alto, Ascension Press’ New Daily Prayer Companion and use CREATIVE10 for 10% off your subscription Intro/outro music by Marie Miller If you’re interested in recording/editing audio files, please check out Riverside