This is my Fine Arts 2011 'Nationals' picture. The medium is Acrylic paint and charcoal on mat board. I built up a thick texture using acrylic paint and baby powder, and then I drew with charcoal on top of it. ~ "Change of Scenery" symbolizes what everyone must go through at some point in their life. The woman with her back turned depicts the place in our lives where we are turned away from God. Blinded to all that he has for us we feel lost and alone. We are not yet ready to turn around. Then the woman's focus shifts: she is looking to God but has not completely given herself to Him. She is happier, knowing that she is no longer alone. Finally she lets go of control - looking out into the world with new eyes, reflecting a mission to show others the love from God she now sees.
The granite-like background represents the strength of God's love - surrounding the woman even before her awareness dawns.
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