Olivia Mizgiris
I’m Olivia Mizgiris, a Catholic artist and the founder of Begotten Not Made Art Studio. I studied Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville, where my love for both art and the Catholic faith began to come together in a deeper way. Today, I create sacred artwork inspired by scripture, the lives of the saints, and the beauty of ordinary Catholic life. Through my paintings and the Liturgical Living Letter, I hope to share that beauty with others and create something that can bring the faith a little more fully into their homes.
"I have so much I want to tell the world, and I find that paintings are the universal language."
-Olivia Mizgiris
At Begotten Not Made, I seek to make art that is intentional and personal. When you look at an image of Christ with Mary or Joseph I want you to think, "that's my mother too." Or "I am also their child." Because through baptism we all participate in the divine Sonship of Christ. So our family in heaven, really is our family, and they love us more than we could know.
About
My Story
I’ve always loved painting, but it was during my time studying abroad in Austria through Franciscan University that I truly felt called to pursue art as a vocation. Being surrounded by the masters and immersed in beauty made me realize that I had so much I wanted to tell the world—and that beauty was a language everyone could understand. One of my first formative experiences was helping Red Fern Art Studio paint the stained glass windows that were installed in Christ the King Chapel on Franciscan’s campus. That project showed me the power of sacred art and how it can elevate ordinary spaces and draw hearts toward the divine. It also showed me just how possible it was to pursue my dream!
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When I began my studio, Begotten Not Made, I wanted it to carry the same mission that inspires my own faith: the mystery of being begotten, not made through Christ. Each piece I create seeks to reflect the truth that our lives are a gift, and that beauty—when shared—points us back to the Giver. My goal is to offer art that feels timeless and deeply meaningful, pieces that can live in homes and spark faith-filled conversations across generations.
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Growing up, my mom always filled our home with beautiful and religious artwork. Those images helped me picture heaven, feel close to the saints, and imagine what it meant to have a personal relationship with God. I want my art to offer that same experience to others—to help people express their faith, teach their families about it, and find beauty that reminds them of the sacred presence woven into everyday life.
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The lord has so much he wants to share with the world, and I am blessed anytime he is willing to use me to share it. I encourage you to stay connected so that you can get access to all of the new creations that might come.
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