Zephyr Faith Crafts was born not as a business, but as a moment of grace.

In our quiet home in Joshua Tree, California, mourning doves began to nest outside our window. Their peaceful presence brought a stillness to our lives—and one extraordinary photograph changed everything. Captured by William, the image of a mourning dove parent cradling its two newly hatched chicks seemed touched by the divine. Light formed a soft, perfect halo around the dove’s face, unmistakably evoking the Holy Spirit.

It felt like more than a moment. It felt like a calling.

A Zephyr website image of a photograph of Joshua Tree National Park rock formations.

From Mourning Doves to Divine Inspiration

That single image—beautiful and quietly holy—marked the beginning of Zephyr. We began crafting handmade frames around William’s photographs of these gentle birds, and those early pieces were filled with meaning. Yet as we worked, we felt our art begin to grow, almost on its own, into something deeper. The doves were only the beginning.

As we reflected on the meaning of that first image, our faith deepened. We felt moved to create artwork that honored the fullness of God’s presence—not just through nature, but through Scripture, sacred spaces, and spiritual symbolism. What started as mourning dove art began to take flight, evolving into faith-filled creations: beautiful images of churches, scenes from beloved Bible stories, and heartfelt messaging rooted in hope and belief.

A Calling We Could Not Ignore

Zephyr is now a celebration of Christian faith and sacred love, crafted by two people—William and Maria—united by devotion. We believe this journey is guided, not planned. It has unfolded step by step, with every frame and image revealing more of what we were meant to create.

Each piece is still handmade by our four hands. Our Generation Two frames feature engraved plaques, metal accents, and now house original art and imagery inspired by Scripture and spiritual truth. Whether it is Jesus walking on water, a radiant church at dawn, or a cross bathed in golden light—every image carries the heart of our journey: faith, love, and divine inspiration.

A Zephyr website image of a photograph of a nest inside a nest frame mold.

Our Time Has Come

“Our Time Has Come” is not a slogan. It is our truth. After years of devotion, healing, and creative work, we have come into the fullness of our purpose. We believe this work was prepared for us, and we step into it with humility and joy.

Thank you for joining us on this path. Through Zephyr Faith Crafts, we invite you to witness what God has shown us: that beauty, truth, and peace can speak through art—and that even a mourning dove can carry the light of the Holy Spirit.

With faith and love,
William & Maria
Zephyr Faith Crafts