Artist Information
Name: Cornish, Amy
Location(s): United States
Gender: Female
Look to Life
by Cornish, Amy
Dated 2023
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Look to Life
by Cornish, Amy
Scripture
3 Nephi 17
Copyright
Amy Cornish. Used with permission.
Date
2023
Citation
Amy Cornish, Look to Life, 2023. The Book of Mormon Art Catalog, [URL].
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 Affiliation of the Artist
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints