

I had painted a few stylized saint portraits before and thought I’d keep going with those. As I was thinking in church that day, I decided that if I am going to take the time to make my own work, I would really love to do it for the Glory of God. In the weeks prior, I had been thinking a lot about how as an art teacher I rarely take the time to make my own artwork. How did you get started with 1000 Saints?Ĭeleste: On Good Friday, 2014, I was sitting in church after saying the Stations of the Cross. So, let’s talk about your project and business endeavor – 1000 Saints. Students are applying to and getting into the best art schools in the country and that makes me happy that I can help them get there. My students are creating beautiful pieces and winning a lot of recognition. Dominic Savio Catholic High School?Ĭeleste: I still love teaching art. Tom: I know we keep in touch via Facebook, which is how I learned about this project, but how do enjoy working at St. Thanks so much for suggesting this interview. It’s great to talk to you.Ĭeleste: Great to talk to you as well. She is still teaching at the high school in Austin, Texas and is the Fine Arts Department Chairperson as well as the Art and Photography Instructor.

Celeste and I taught together at Saint Dominic Savio Catholic High School from 2010-2012. I recently sat down with a former colleague by the name of Celeste Robbins.
