WHITE FEATHER PAINTING – A NEW YEAR BLESSING

As the New Year settles in, I’ve been noticing how many people are moving gently—holding both possibility and uncertainty at the same time.

Rather than pushing forward, I’ve felt drawn inward, toward something quieter. Out of that stillness, a small white feather painting emerged in my studio: a feather held in warm, radiant light.

It felt less like a painting meant to be displayed, and more like a companion—something to live close by, offering a moment of inspiration and connection. A small original altar painting, portable and intimate.

This piece is being offered as a New Year blessing for 2026.

Original white feather altar painting — New Year blessing

WHITE FEATHER PAINTING MEANING

Across cultures and centuries, the white feather has been understood as a sign of peace, guidance, and protection.

It often appears during moments of transition, symbolizing:

Hope and new beginnings
Connection to higher knowing
Truth, balance, and inner alignment
A reminder of the unseen support that surrounds us

In ancient Egypt, the white feather symbolized Ma’at—truth, justice, and balance—and was used in the weighing of the heart. In Native American traditions, a white eagle feather it is regarded as a sacred messenger between humans and the Creator, representing spiritual enlightenment, courage, and honor. It is believed to carry prayers to the spiritual realm and serves as a guide on the path to self-awareness and inner peace. In Christian symbolism, the white eagle is linked to the resurrection of Christ, representing freedom, courage, and divine grace.

In many spiritual traditions, white feathers are received as gentle reassurance, a quiet blessing.

For me, the white feather brings hope—and an invitation to turn inward toward the truth of one’s higher self.

White feather painting with warm golden light — original altar painting

ABOUT THE PAINTING

Each White Feather painting is:

An original artwork (not a print)
Can be displayed vertically or horizontally
Water soluble wax paint on a wood panel
6 × 12 inches, 1.5 inches deep
Signed and numbered on the back of the wood panel
Created as a portable altar piece or intimate devotional painting
Comes with a fabric bag for protection during travel or for storage.

These paintings are meant for a bedside table, meditation space, altar, or a quiet corner of your home—somewhere you can return to again and again.

They are created with presence & intent, honoring both the image and the space behind it.

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VARIATIONS TO CHOOSE FROM

If you wish, you may choose from a few variations in the color of the background light, or offer a single word or phrase that I will hold as an intention while painting. The rest is left to the process itself.

Warm Gold (as shown)

Deep Blue

Light Aqua Blue

Warm White (pearlescent)

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Please note that the above photos are digital mockups and meant to give a general idea of how the painting will look. Each painting will be hand painted and there will be slight variations, making each one unique.

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AVAILABILITY & TIMING

This is a very limited New Year offering.

A small group of 6–9 paintings will be created
Requests will be received through the New Moon on January 18
The paintings will be created through the latter part of January
Shipping will take place between February 1–14

Each painting is $300 USD, which includes USPS flat-rate shipping within the US.

For international orders, there is flat rate shipping available and it varies from country to country. I’ll confirm the exact shipping amount and ask the collector to cover any difference beyond $30.00.

I do my best to keep shipping as reasonable as possible and will always confirm costs in advance.

REQUEST A WHITE FEATHER PAINTING

This is not a piece meant to make a statement on a wall.
It is meant to accompany you quietly—a reminder of hope, truth, and connection during times of transition.

If this offering speaks to you, you’re welcome to request one by simply emailing info@yohannajessup.com and putting ‘White Feather Painting’ in the subject line.

I’ll respond within 24 – 48 hours to confirm availability and next steps.

This is a quiet offering, made for a particular moment in time.

Thank you for meeting it with care.