From Heart to Canvas
Welcome to LuLu Mac Art
The Art of Lu MacDonald
My purpose is to create art that carries the presence of God — work that makes people feel seen, known, and deeply loved. Whether I’m painting live, teaching a class, or mentoring other artists, my goal is always the same: to partner with the Holy Spirit and release beauty, healing, and truth. I believe art is more than a visual—it’s a vessel. A prophetic painting can unlock hearts, stir identity, and call people into their purpose. Through every brushstroke, I want others to encounter the One who sees them fully and loves them completely.
Each Painitng tells a Story
My Original Paintings
Wonder
24x24 Mixed Media Oil Painting. This piece came out of a season where I was experiencing the wonder of God so profoundly. This image captures it so well, the Gorilla that has such immense strength yet can hold the most fragile of creatures, the butterfly without damaging it. What fills you with wonder? This piece invites you to take some time to be so present in the moment that you allow the magic of Wonder to awaken you to more.
Poppy Love
24x30 Mixed Media Oil Painting. I am continually in awe of how we are supplied with what we need. The plants around us provide food, shelter, medicine and beauty to all living creatures. Have you ever seen a field of wild poppies? In California in the spring people will drive many miles to take it in. This piece celebrates not only the beauty that has come into full bloom but also what is still in seed form. What are you nurturing into fruition?
The Anointed
"The Anointed" 12x12 Acrylic with Oil. There is just something about lions... I have a friend who is an amazing artist and paints the most incredible lions and he offered this little video course on how to paint one and this was the result. I love it! When I see this piece I am reminded that we all have a call on our life for something much bigger than ourselves. I don’t know where this finds you on your journey in pursuit of it but continue to push through, don’t give up. A wise man told me that it is the things that we overcome that we carry authority in, an anointing. Live into what God has created you to do. What’s yours?
Live Workshops
With a heart to equip and encourage, I lead art classes that go beyond technique, inviting students to hear from God as they create. Whether you’re new to painting or exploring prophetic art for the first time, my classes are a safe, spirit-led space to grow in both skill and spiritual sensitivity. We learn, listen, and create together, trusting that every brushstroke can carry meaning and ministry.
"All Creatures Great and Small" Series
“All Creatures Great and Small” is a heartfelt series celebrating the beauty, personality, and divine wonder woven into the animal kingdom. From the tiniest sparrow to the mightiest lion, each painting honors the unique spirit and story of these beloved creatures. Created with a blend of reverence, whimsy, and prophetic insight, this collection invites viewers to see animals not just as part of nature, but as reflections of God’s creativity and care. Whether majestic, playful, or quietly profound—each piece is a visual reminder that no life is overlooked.
Live Painting
Live painting brings a visual expression of what God is doing in the moment—turning atmosphere into art. Whether at conferences, retreats, or special events, I create in real time, listening to the Holy Spirit and responding with color, texture, and movement. It’s more than a performance—it’s prophetic, participatory, and deeply personal. The finished piece often carries a message meant for the room, a person, or the season, making the experience both meaningful and memorable for everyone present.
