All Things Denote There Is A God

Technique & Style

Abstract, Painting

Figures

None

Symbols

white circle

Notes

Artist statement: "All things denote there is a God; yea, even the earth, and all things that are upon the face of it, yea, and its motion, yea, and also all the planets which move in their regular form do witness that there is a Supreme Creator." (Alma 30:44) I created this coat to better understand our loving Supreme Creator. Each piece of the coat represents a different creation period, with a large circle sewn onto each to represent God's hand in it all. The white circle on the back symbolizes the seventh day of rest, showing that even God takes time to reflect and rejuvenate. I have always been inspired by nature, and being surrounded by it makes me feel closer to heaven than almost anything else. All things in nature are in perfect harmony with God's will, and are fulfilling the measure of their creation. Studying and appreciating God's creations helps me know how to become more like Him, and shows me that He exists. Witnessing the masterful patterns of nature and the perfect harmony that exists within it makes the existence of a Supreme Creator obvious to me. This could not all be here by chance."

Commissioned Status

Submitted to the 2024 BYU Book of Mormon Art Contest.

Awards

First Place in the 2024 BYU Book of Mormon Art Contest

Exhibition History:

• Harold B. Lee Library, Provo, UT, fall 2024.

Church Affiliation of the Artist

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints