It is not often you interact with an artist with such refined skills across multiple media & yet a deeply humble heart, longing to bless others with their craft. Carla Slabbert, with her realist style in both oil paints and pastels, is one such artist. Through many hours and attention to detail, Carla pours her heart into visualising deep, encouraging scriptures, and using her God-given gift of translating them into symbolic compositions for all to enjoy. Carla approaches her art making as an act of worship, and in doing so, points others towards the beauty of Gods creation, His word, and hope found in Christ. Both her work, her story and herself as an artist, has deeply blessed and uplifted my own life, and my entire family.

I honestly don’t have enough words to describe how incredible Carla’s work is. I had a custom painting done for my wife’s birthday of Jesus reaching out His hand, and it completely exceeded every expectation I had. The level of detail and realism is absolutely unbelievable - it’s easily the best painting I have ever purchased. You can truly feel the emotion and meaning in the piece. When my wife saw it for the first time, she was so overwhelmed that she started crying. That alone says everything about the impact of Carla’s work. Carla, thank you for creating something so powerful and meaningful for our family. This is not just a painting - it’s something we will treasure forever. Highly recommend to anyone looking for something truly special.

I am so incredibly grateful for this beautiful gift. This eagle soaring through the mountains speaks so deeply to my heart - symbolising renewal, strength, and God's faithfulness in seasons of growth. What amazes me most is that you painted this without knowing what it would come to mean to me. The detail, movement, and life in this piece are simply breathtaking. You are truly gifted, and your talent reflects the beauty of your heart as a child of God. I pray abundant blessings over your work - that doors open, opportunities flow, and your art reaches and touches many lives.