John Stevens Henslow

Sophie Shapiro

John Stevens Henslow

I introduce you to My Spiritual Guide – The Rev.John Stevens Henslow, a renowned Professor of Science who nurtured Darwin’s growing fascination with the Natural World. In 1831, J.S. Henslow arranged for his charge to fill the post aboard the HMS Beagle, a 90 foot, two masted Royal Navy ship embarking on a voyage around the world. The rest is history. I first became aware of Rev.J.S. Henslow at my first exhibition when a member of his family attended the viewing. He became so apparent as his face revealed itself through the layers of paint. I feel his presence often and he guides me in various areas of my life. I feel very honoured that I am able to acknowledge this wonderful gentleman and dedicate this work to him.

MusicGregorian Chant

9th January 2009

John Stevens Henslow belongs to the following groups:

Corporate Art/Themes and The Healing Journey
John Stevens Henslow by Sophie Shapiro
John Stevens Henslow by Sophie Shapiro
  • Joyce Dickens, IPA

    Joyce Dickens,...

    Sophie, this one gives me goosebumps! Such a lovely tribute and amazing capture and presentation of your wonderful Spiritual Guide! The brown and rose tones are perfect for this one and speaking for myself, I think we all benefit by the forces which guide you! Thinking of you my dearest friend! XX J

  • syd baker

    syd baker

    Wow, Sophie, you do so much more than paint, you offer up these gems of wisdom and history that I find myself hungry for! Magnificent!!!

  • Rosemaree

    Rosemaree

    This is terrific Sophie… I see several images in this piece… wonderful…

  • tkrosevear

    tkrosevear

    your guides are inspiring beings Sophie, and that Gregorian chant is awesome ;) xoxox

  • mhkantor

    mhkantor

    a wonderful painting sophie. a lovely work to dedicate to him.

  • Josh Bowe

    Josh Bowe

    Brilliant Sophie, i live just outside of Shrewsbury so i get to c Darwin every day, makes me laugh that hes still considered controversial today still

  • coppertrees

    coppertrees

    Simply outstanding Sophie the chants are wonderful…......

  • Julie Marks

    Julie Marks

    You definitely deserve the name sweet Sophie. Also scholarly, supreme, stupendous,
    spectacular and stunning Sophie are appropriate superlatives for your paranormal
    contacts with these extraordinary images that become manifest with you as the conduit
    to share with us your brilliant gifts.

  • liesbeth

    liesbeth

    This is spectacular.. you truly are a gifted person, and willing to share it with those who need it.
    Wonderfull to meet your guide.

  • mimi yoon

    mimi yoon

    wow~ your work is truly inspirational…

  • Christopher Birtwistle-Smith

    Christopher Bi...

    you bring this to life sophie

  • Deborah Milligan

    Deborah Milligan

    a mesmerising piece sophie … thankyou for sharing so much :)

  • Kathie Nichols

    Kathie Nichols

    This is awesome Sophie….I can see John so clearly, the colors and textures are so beautiful…a most inspiring work of art….love it!!! xxx

  • Scott  d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    fantastic

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