Salvation, 2006.
Every spring I commission an eighth grader to create a 12″ x 12″ work of art that visually interprets “Salvation.” My intent is to encourage their creative talent, learn from their interpretation, and collect some fantastic artwork. I’m always amazed at what they come up with, and this year’s painting is no exception:
Isn’t it awesome? It was painted by Anne Maria, a long jumper with a cheery disposition and a genuine heart. I love how it reflects her personality.
But I’m even more amazed at Anne Maria’s choice of scripture. This verse, you see, touches on the very essence of the word “salvation” … when used in scripture, it usually refers not to saving (as we usually think), but to salving. Jesus came to heal … and the cross is a beautiful and mysterious juxtaposition of our wounds and His, of our brokenness and His solution for a restored and healed life!
June 1st, 2006 at 1:44 pm EST
selah.
June 2nd, 2006 at 1:44 pm EST
How many of these have you commissioned? I’d love to see the full collection.
June 2nd, 2006 at 5:59 pm EST
This is very uplifting. What is the medium? Anna Maria is quite talented.
June 4th, 2006 at 12:37 am EST
That sounds like a very appropriate verse to use-since so many people who are saved are healed by God. Not just physically but emotionally, mentally…that is a wonderful painting.
June 4th, 2006 at 1:13 am EST
I started this 2 years ago and currently have 4 paintings. You can see the first commissioned work, by Jenny, in this Whiskerino photo:
I’ve never taken a photo of the other two … a two-piece collaboration between Elizabeth and Philip last year. I’ll do that … eventually.
June 4th, 2006 at 7:53 pm EST
Hey i am one of your students at the middle school!
June 8th, 2006 at 9:31 pm EST
I love this painting…it’s just beautiful. What a great idea and a great way to encourage your students. Will prints ever be available?