His Light

Technique & Style

Abstract, Digital illustration

Figures

Indistinguishable, Satan

Symbols

chains, eye, fir, hand, tooth

Notes

Illustration major, BYU. Artist statement: "My picture is a metaphor for how God’s light can protect us from Satan’s influence. The imagery I used helps illustrate this. The imagery was inspired by both Giddinahi’s letter to Lachoneus in 3 Nephi 3:10-12 and how Lehi and Nephi were protected by God’s fire in Helaman 5:23. The imagery I used is shown with the fire in the girl’s hands, which symbolizes God’s power. The glow surrounding her shows how God’s light will keep evil at bay. The broken chains at the Girl’s feet represent how Satan’s influence has lost its grasp on her. The mouth symbolizes Satan’s use of false flattery, and finally, the hands and eyes show how Satan is always watching for a chance to ensnare people into temptation. When creating this picture, I used the app Procreate. I wanted the overall feeling of the picture to create a sense of both God’s safety and Satan’s horror. I used a glitch effect on the eyes to create an unnatural look and I paid close attention to where the light drew the viewer’s eyes. This picture is meaningful to me because it helps remind me even a small bit of God’s light can keep us safe from Satan’s darkness, and if we are diligent in our efforts to stay connected to God, he will keep us safe."

Exhibition History:

• Submitted to the 2023 BYU Book of Mormon Art Contest.