Artist Information
Name: Loayza, Diego
Location(s): United States
Gender: Male
Nephite Freedom
by Diego Loayza
Dated 2025
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Nephite Freedom
by Diego Loayza
Scripture
Alma 46
Medium
Pencil sketch
Copyright
Diego Loayza. Used with permission.
Date
2025
Citation
Diego Loayza, Nephite Freedom, 2025. The Book of Mormon Art Catalog, [URL].
Insights
Technique & Style
Drawing, Figurative
Figures
Moroni
Symbols
Title of Liberty
Additional Info
Notes
Artist statement: "This pencil drawing represents Captain Moroni from the Book of Mormon, a powerful military and spiritual leader who raised the Title of Liberty to inspire his people to defend their faith and freedom. The banner he holds reads, "In memory of our God, our religion, and freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children" (Alma 46:12), a message that still resonates today as a call to protect what matters most. This piece is meaningful to me because it reflects the courage to stand for truth and the values that strengthen families and communities. I used graphite pencil on paper to emphasize the historic and solemn nature of the scene. I was inspired by Moroni’s unwavering determination and his role as a symbol of righteous leadership."
Commissioned Status
Submitted to the 2025 Book of Mormon Art Contest
Church Name
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints