Meet
Lettie
Thank you for coming to my artist page. Many of you have wondered why I have named my artist business SpiritSanOils.
San means, “In honor of”.
Spirit means, “My Heavenly Father God”.
Oils means, “My Art”.
So together it means
I AM painting in Honor Of God.
I am obeying Him in doing what my 1% gifting is.
I AM InSpired to paint by the landscapes of
Michigan, Georgia, Florida and Central Texas.
Something unique to me is meditation
while painting to invoke the Holy Spirit in my renderings.
I give Him ALL the glory for the paths
He has led me on.
Lettie is a fine artist of oil paintings available at Fine Art America
Lettie has just written her first book:
I AM NO Shrinking Violet.
See the website here:
www.IAMNOShrinkingViolet.com
Latest Testimonial For I Am No Shrinking Violet
A Testament of Faith, Resilience, and Restoration
Lettie’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. I Am No Shrinking Violet: Arising from the Ashes of Trauma is a deeply personal and spiritually rich journey through childhood abuse, broken relationships, abandonment, and profound loss—yet it never gives in to despair. What emerges instead is a voice of strength, grounded in Scripture, and steeped in hope.
The first part of the book reads like a memoir, full of vivid, sometimes painful storytelling that invites the reader to walk beside the author through every wound and setback. The second half shifts into encouragement and application, showing how God’s truth, love, and presence bring life even to the most desolate places. Lettie does not shy away from the hard topics—human trafficking, emotional betrayal, spiritual wounds—but she also never lets them have the final word.
What sets this book apart is not just the testimony, but the way Lettie uses Scripture to shepherd the reader through their own healing. Her message is never self-glorifying; it is centered fully on God's sustaining grace. Even the cover artwork—a vivid image of the phoenix, painted by Lettie herself—symbolizes her message: you can rise.
The appendix includes several of her original poems, adding another layer of expression and depth to the healing process she describes.
This book is easy to read, emotionally stirring, and theologically grounded. Whether you are navigating trauma or walking with someone who is, I Am No Shrinking Violet will minister to your soul and leave you stronger in your faith. A beautiful gift to the Body of Christ.
-Gary B.
Lettie’s Achievements
2024 Texas-Licensed Property & Casualty; Life, Health, and Annuities Insurance Agent; presently living in Texas.
2023 220 Florida licensed Property & Casualty.
2022 Licensed 215 Alabama and Florida Life, Health and Annuities Insurance Agent.
2021 Retired from the salon industry. Closed Handsome Hair. Moved to The Panhandle in Florida.
2015-2019 Received several ViewBug Awards including 51 Peer Awards, 23 Top Class Awards, Celebrity Award, Community Choice Award, Lucky 3 Award, Staff Winter Selection Award 2015, Brilliant Award and Thumbs Up Award and the Legendary Award for Lettie Krell Photography.
2015 September 11 Opening Lettie’s Handsome Hair Men’s Salon.
2014 Received Top Retail Sales Award from The Boardroom Men’s Salon.
2012-2013 Austin Aveda Institute of Cosmetology Graduate of 500 hours Aveda Educator.
2011-2012 Salon Manager for Aveda Salon Dillard’s Bringing up sales 36% over 6 months and doubling staff.
2005 January 21 Michigan House of Representatives Tim Moore Letter to Congratulate Upon Honorary Service To Community.
2004 June 10 Mid America Tour Aveda/Fredric’s Attendee.
2002 Aveda Earth Month Certification of Thanks.
2001 June 3 Aveda Fredric’s Earth Month Commended Environmental Commitment and Contributions New Wave Salon.
2000 June 5 Aveda Frederic’s Certification Completion Aveda Retail and Customer Care Workshop With Christopher Hermann.
2000 June 5 Aveda Fredric’s Mid America Certification of Atendee.
2000 June 3-4 Aveda Fredric’s Mid America Tour Certification of Atendee.
2000 July 8 Opening of Spa PrAHna Salon
1999 Aveda Fredric’s Mid America Tour Certification of Atendee.
1998 Aveda 20l20 1978-1998 Aveda Congress Festival Radio City Music Hall, New York City Certification of Atendee.
1997 Aveda Fredric’s Mid America Tour Certification of Atendee.
1996 October 6 Aveda Concept Mid America Tour Certification of Atendee.
1996 April 21-22 Aveda Concept Mid America Tour Certification of Atendee.
1995 New Wave Longevity Award from Frederic’s Corporation Aveda Concept Salon
1995 New Wave Aveda Certified as Accredited Aveda Concept Salon.
1996 September 15 Fredric’s Certification of Completion Advanced Massage Aveda Continuing Education.
1996 September 16 Fredric’s Certification of Completion Seated Massage Aveda Continuing Education.
1997 February 9 Project Daymaker Certification Appointed Official “Daymaker”.
1993 Opening New Wave Salon.
1983-1984 St Mary’s Institute of Cosmetology Graduate of 1650 hours Master Cosmetologist.
1982 Fall Student of Fashion Merchandising and Interior Design Ferris State College (University).
1982 Graduate of Rudyard High School Rudyard, Michigan.
1982 May 20 Stage Manager Play “The Happy Journey” Rudyard High School.
1982 UP Community School Games/Winter Olympics Volleyball.
1981 Rudyard High School Athletic Award Cross Country Track.
1981 4-H Showmanship Award Gladwin Co, Michigan.
1981 Rudyard High School Music Award Flute.
1980-81 May 20 The Dog House Newspaper Certificate of Reporter, Rudyard High School.
1980 Gladwin High School Athletic Award Certificate JV Cross Country.
1980 July 24 4-H Showmanship Award Gladwin Co, Michigan
1980 July 10-12 Flute Player in the play “The Music Man” at the Gladwin Arts Festival.
1979 April 11 Spanish I & II Won First Place Annual Foreign Languages Festival Singing Competition Singing “Que Tiempo Tan Feliz” (Those Were The Days).
1979 February 9 Let The Sunshine In Bible Study Course Certificate Of Completion.
1979 Gladwin High School Athletic Certificate Award Girl’s Cross Country.
1979 Gladwin High School Athletic Certificate Award Varsity Track
1979-80 4-H Award Certificate Gladwin, Michigan.
1978-79 4-H Showmanship Award Gladwin, Co, Michigan.
1978-79 Michigan 4-H Award Certificate.
1978 Fall Gladwin High School Athletic Certificate Varsity Cross Country.
1978 July 25 4-H First Place Blue Ribbon Exhibitor Award, Gladwin Co, Michigan.
1978 July 25 4-H Second Place Red Ribbon Showmanship Award, Gladwin Co, Michigan.
1977-78 Certificate Award Gladwin Community Schools Recognition Junior High Track.
1976-77 Michigan 4-H Award Certificate.
1977 Presidential Physical Fitness Award- Strong Mind & Body.
1977-1982 High School and Junior High School sports including Track, cross country, softball, volleyball, band and 4-H.
1979-81 Sparks Newspaper Reporter Gladwin High School.