Ever Faithful, Elijah Abel

by Lori Hatfield

Ever Faithful, Elijah Abel

by Lori Hatfield

References

Literature:
  • Esther Hi’ilani Candari, ed., ARTBook: D&C and Church History, volume 1 (BCC Press, 2025).

Artist Information

Name: Hatfield, Lori

Location(s): United States

State or City: Utah

Gender: Female

Website: lorihatfielddesigns.com

Instagram: @lorihatfielddesigns

Email: sislow@hotmail.com

Insights

Technique & Style

Figurative, Painting

Figures

Elijah Abel

Symbols

barn, Book of Mormon, fence, hat, temple, tree, wheat

Additional Info

Notes

Artist statement: Elijah Abel was the first man of African descent who received the priesthood from Joseph Smith. He served faithfully his whole life including returning to Ohio and serving missions to bring his faith to others. Despite incredible obstacles he remained ever faithful."

Church Name

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints