Look to Life

by Cornish, Amy

Dated 2023

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Look to Life

by Cornish, Amy

Artist Information

Name: Cornish, Amy

Location(s): United States

Gender: Female

Insights

Technique & Style

Drawing, Figurative

Figures

Child

Symbols

feet

Animals

butterfly

Additional Info

Notes

Public Health major, BYU. Artist statement: "Amongst the multitude in 3 Nephi 17 were many Nephite children. The title of this piece is “Look to Life”, inspired by a mental image of innocent, believing children surrounding Jesus and by a child’s inclination towards and fascination with the living. This work’s composition is intended to evoke intimacy, curiosity, and togetherness. The butterfly, the piece’s focal point, is representative of transformation and hope, which Christ offers to those with a pure heart and a willingness to turn to Him, as shown literally in this piece. A subtle difference in value between the children's feet implies a variation in skin tone, and the lack of color ultimately leaves the viewer to interpret as they may."

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

Church Name

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints