Plan of Salvation
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Visions of Hope: An Illustrated Portrayal of God's Plan of Happiness
Pre Earth Life
2014
30 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.”
Story Behind the Art
This painting reflects our premortal state watching over the earth. The landscape below represents our earth life, and the experiences we have yet to face. The light pouring down from above represents the love of God which illuminates our way during our journey on earth. - Annie Henrie Nader
30 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.”
Story Behind the Art
This painting reflects our premortal state watching over the earth. The landscape below represents our earth life, and the experiences we have yet to face. The light pouring down from above represents the love of God which illuminates our way during our journey on earth. - Annie Henrie Nader
The Creation
2012
30 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Alma 30:44 “...the earth, and all things that are upon the face of it...do witness that there is a Supreme Creator.”
Story Behind the Art: This is a scene of the Savior in the midst of creating the earth. “All things denote there is a God; yea, even the earth, and all things that are upon the face of it, yea, and its motion, yea, and also all the planets which move in their regular form do witness that there is a Supreme Creator.” (Alma 30:44) I see the beauty and majesty of the earth as a reflection of our Savior’s great love for us. ""The Creation"" is a tribute to the Master Artist and His labor of love: the earth, the work of His hands. - Annie Henrie Nader
30 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Alma 30:44 “...the earth, and all things that are upon the face of it...do witness that there is a Supreme Creator.”
Story Behind the Art: This is a scene of the Savior in the midst of creating the earth. “All things denote there is a God; yea, even the earth, and all things that are upon the face of it, yea, and its motion, yea, and also all the planets which move in their regular form do witness that there is a Supreme Creator.” (Alma 30:44) I see the beauty and majesty of the earth as a reflection of our Savior’s great love for us. ""The Creation"" is a tribute to the Master Artist and His labor of love: the earth, the work of His hands. - Annie Henrie Nader
Leaving Eden
2014
12 x 36 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
2 Nephi 2:25 "Adam fell that men might be; men are, that they might have joy.”
Story Behind the Art: This is a moment of profound contemplation, as Eve considers the opportunity to leave the garden of Eden. This painting is meant to show Eve contemplating joy and inherent sorrow, progress and fulfillment contrasted by toil and strife. Despite the trials ahead, she chooses to move forward, “that (all men) might have joy.” - Annie Henrie Nader
12 x 36 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
2 Nephi 2:25 "Adam fell that men might be; men are, that they might have joy.”
Story Behind the Art: This is a moment of profound contemplation, as Eve considers the opportunity to leave the garden of Eden. This painting is meant to show Eve contemplating joy and inherent sorrow, progress and fulfillment contrasted by toil and strife. Despite the trials ahead, she chooses to move forward, “that (all men) might have joy.” - Annie Henrie Nader
Family
2014
30 x 40 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
"Joshua 24:15 But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
Story Behind the Art: Great joy can be found in family relationships, along with great power, as families choose to follow the gospel of Jesus Christ. This painting represents a family, while imperfect, that is striving to love and nurture each other and thereby build a lasting legacy of faith. - Annie Henrie Nader
30 x 40 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
"Joshua 24:15 But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
Story Behind the Art: Great joy can be found in family relationships, along with great power, as families choose to follow the gospel of Jesus Christ. This painting represents a family, while imperfect, that is striving to love and nurture each other and thereby build a lasting legacy of faith. - Annie Henrie Nader
Angels Among Us
2010
Mixed Media on Canvas
Image used to illustrate Faith in publication "Visions of Hope: An Illustrated Portrayal of God's Plan of Happiness"
Luke 4:10 For it is written, He shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee.
Story Behind the Art:
This painting is of a woman in prayer, at the moment her prayers are being answered. Often our prayers are answered by angels—seen and unseen—in the form of friends, family, and loved ones who have passed on. It is a sacred moment to recognize God's hand in our lives, and a reminder for us to see that angels are among us.
Mixed Media on Canvas
Image used to illustrate Faith in publication "Visions of Hope: An Illustrated Portrayal of God's Plan of Happiness"
Luke 4:10 For it is written, He shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee.
Story Behind the Art:
This painting is of a woman in prayer, at the moment her prayers are being answered. Often our prayers are answered by angels—seen and unseen—in the form of friends, family, and loved ones who have passed on. It is a sacred moment to recognize God's hand in our lives, and a reminder for us to see that angels are among us.
Balm of Gilead
2011
48 x 60 inches
Mixed Media on Canvas
2 Kings 20:5 I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee.
Story Behind the Art: The idea for Balm of Gilead came to me shortly after Japan was hit by the catastrophic tsunami in March of 2011. I was moved by how much suffering I saw. This painting depicts Christ’s Second Coming when, after great destruction and upheaval, Christ will heal us. There are two scriptures inscribed at the bottom of the original painting: “O thou afflicted, tossed with tempest, and not comforted, behold, I will lay thy stones with fair colors” (Isaiah 54:11) and “I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee” (2 Kings 20:5). This painting is a testimony to the power of Christ to become our personal Balm of Gilead. - Annie Henrie Nader
48 x 60 inches
Mixed Media on Canvas
2 Kings 20:5 I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee.
Story Behind the Art: The idea for Balm of Gilead came to me shortly after Japan was hit by the catastrophic tsunami in March of 2011. I was moved by how much suffering I saw. This painting depicts Christ’s Second Coming when, after great destruction and upheaval, Christ will heal us. There are two scriptures inscribed at the bottom of the original painting: “O thou afflicted, tossed with tempest, and not comforted, behold, I will lay thy stones with fair colors” (Isaiah 54:11) and “I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee” (2 Kings 20:5). This painting is a testimony to the power of Christ to become our personal Balm of Gilead. - Annie Henrie Nader
Baptism
2013
24 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Canvas
Acts 2: 38-39 “Then said Peter unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord shall call.”
Story Behind the Art
This is a painting depicting the baptism of a young girl. It is a pivotal point in her life, and this painting serves to remind us of the beauty of baptism and repentance, and that we can become clean through Jesus Christ. The light pouring down from above represents the love of God and His awareness of His children. - Annie Henrie Nader
24 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Canvas
Acts 2: 38-39 “Then said Peter unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord shall call.”
Story Behind the Art
This is a painting depicting the baptism of a young girl. It is a pivotal point in her life, and this painting serves to remind us of the beauty of baptism and repentance, and that we can become clean through Jesus Christ. The light pouring down from above represents the love of God and His awareness of His children. - Annie Henrie Nader
Precious Above All
2012
24 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Alma 5:34 Come unto me and ye shall partake of the fruit of the tree of life
Story Behind the Art: Tree of Life imagery is used in many different religions and cultures throughout the world, often symbolizing the connection between heaven and earth and every living thing. The Tree of Life is shown in vision to prophets in the Book of Mormon: ""And I looked and beheld a tree; and it was like unto the tree which my father had seen; and the beauty thereof was far beyond, yea, exceeding of all beauty; and the whiteness thereof did exceed the whiteness of the driven snow."" (1 Nephi 11:8) Its fruit is described as ""most precious and most desirable above all other fruits,"" and representative of ""the greatest of all the gifts of God."" (1 Nephi 15:36) This painting serves as a reminder of God's great love for us and the goal of attaining eternal life. - Annie Henrie Nader
24 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Alma 5:34 Come unto me and ye shall partake of the fruit of the tree of life
Story Behind the Art: Tree of Life imagery is used in many different religions and cultures throughout the world, often symbolizing the connection between heaven and earth and every living thing. The Tree of Life is shown in vision to prophets in the Book of Mormon: ""And I looked and beheld a tree; and it was like unto the tree which my father had seen; and the beauty thereof was far beyond, yea, exceeding of all beauty; and the whiteness thereof did exceed the whiteness of the driven snow."" (1 Nephi 11:8) Its fruit is described as ""most precious and most desirable above all other fruits,"" and representative of ""the greatest of all the gifts of God."" (1 Nephi 15:36) This painting serves as a reminder of God's great love for us and the goal of attaining eternal life. - Annie Henrie Nader
Streams of Mercy
2010
24 x 36 inches
Mixed Media on Canvas
Psalms 51:1 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions.
Story Behind the Art: I painted this in response to a challenge to paint something deeply meaningful to me with no thought of how “marketable” the piece would be. It did not matter if no one liked it but me; it was my personal quest to create something I felt passionate about. The result shows Mary holding the body of Christ soon after the Crucifixion. This painting may also be interpreted to be of the angel who strengthened Christ in Gethsemane. In both interpretations, the angelic figure represents each of us and our deep love and awe of the Savior’s mercy and grace. - Annie Henrie Nader
24 x 36 inches
Mixed Media on Canvas
Psalms 51:1 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions.
Story Behind the Art: I painted this in response to a challenge to paint something deeply meaningful to me with no thought of how “marketable” the piece would be. It did not matter if no one liked it but me; it was my personal quest to create something I felt passionate about. The result shows Mary holding the body of Christ soon after the Crucifixion. This painting may also be interpreted to be of the angel who strengthened Christ in Gethsemane. In both interpretations, the angelic figure represents each of us and our deep love and awe of the Savior’s mercy and grace. - Annie Henrie Nader
Between Heaven and Earth
2014
24 x 24 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Alma 40:11-12 ...the spirits of all men, whether they be good or evil, are taken home to that God who gave them life. And then shall it come to pass, that the spirits of those who are righteous are received into a state of happiness...a state of peace, where they shall rest from all their troubles and from all care, and sorrow.
Story Behind the Art: This painting depicts the Spirit World, where our spirits reside after our life on earth and before the resurrection and judgment take place. Spirits in this painting experience a range of emotions, from remorse and anguish to reunion and joy. At the center of the painting is the Savior, teaching the spirits of those who choose to learn about Him. Throughout the painting, spirits are drawing others towards the light and love the Savior radiates, in the hope of teaching all men about the glorious gift of the Gospel. - Annie Henrie Nader
24 x 24 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Alma 40:11-12 ...the spirits of all men, whether they be good or evil, are taken home to that God who gave them life. And then shall it come to pass, that the spirits of those who are righteous are received into a state of happiness...a state of peace, where they shall rest from all their troubles and from all care, and sorrow.
Story Behind the Art: This painting depicts the Spirit World, where our spirits reside after our life on earth and before the resurrection and judgment take place. Spirits in this painting experience a range of emotions, from remorse and anguish to reunion and joy. At the center of the painting is the Savior, teaching the spirits of those who choose to learn about Him. Throughout the painting, spirits are drawing others towards the light and love the Savior radiates, in the hope of teaching all men about the glorious gift of the Gospel. - Annie Henrie Nader
Resurrection Dawn
2014
36 x 48 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
2 Nephi 2:8 "Wherefore, how great the importance to make these things known unto the inhabitants of the earth, that they may know that there is no flesh that can dwell in the presence of God, save it be through the merits, and mercy and grace of the Holy Messiah, who layeth down his life according to the flesh, and taketh is again by the power of the Spirit, that he may bring to pass the resurrection of the dead, being the first that should rise.”
Story Behind the Art
This painting represents a beautiful stage of God’s plan for His children- that through Christ we might all be resurrected one day. The families depicted are as if they have just woken from a deep sleep, and are at last able to meet with angels from the other side of the veil. It is a painting to remind us to hope for the promise of Christ- that all may be resurrected in the last day. - Annie Henrie Nader
36 x 48 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
2 Nephi 2:8 "Wherefore, how great the importance to make these things known unto the inhabitants of the earth, that they may know that there is no flesh that can dwell in the presence of God, save it be through the merits, and mercy and grace of the Holy Messiah, who layeth down his life according to the flesh, and taketh is again by the power of the Spirit, that he may bring to pass the resurrection of the dead, being the first that should rise.”
Story Behind the Art
This painting represents a beautiful stage of God’s plan for His children- that through Christ we might all be resurrected one day. The families depicted are as if they have just woken from a deep sleep, and are at last able to meet with angels from the other side of the veil. It is a painting to remind us to hope for the promise of Christ- that all may be resurrected in the last day. - Annie Henrie Nader
Glory by Degrees
2014
36 x 36 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
1 Corinthians 15:40-41 There are also celestial bodies, and bodies terrestrial: but the glory of the celestial is one, and the glory of the terrestrial is another. There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars: for one star differeth from another star in glory.
Story Behind the Art: This painting depicts three degrees of glory: “The Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.” (Matthew 16:27) The greatest degree of glory—the glory of the sun—is represented by the top tier with God the Father and His Son. They stretch their arms out in greeting to those who will follow Them and keep Their commandments. The second tier represents the glory of the moon, and the third tier represents the glory of the stars. This painting is a testament to the justice, mercy, and love God shows through His plan of salvation for His children. - Annie Henrie Nader
36 x 36 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
1 Corinthians 15:40-41 There are also celestial bodies, and bodies terrestrial: but the glory of the celestial is one, and the glory of the terrestrial is another. There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars: for one star differeth from another star in glory.
Story Behind the Art: This painting depicts three degrees of glory: “The Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.” (Matthew 16:27) The greatest degree of glory—the glory of the sun—is represented by the top tier with God the Father and His Son. They stretch their arms out in greeting to those who will follow Them and keep Their commandments. The second tier represents the glory of the moon, and the third tier represents the glory of the stars. This painting is a testament to the justice, mercy, and love God shows through His plan of salvation for His children. - Annie Henrie Nader
Together at Last
2014
30 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Moses 1:39 For behold, this is my work and my glory - to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.
Story Behind the Art: This painting is a personal interpretation of heaven, reunion, and how all that is unfair about life can be made right through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
It is an image of families being reunited after loss and hardship, and families being created when there was no previous opportunity. Christ gazes directly at the viewer as an invitation for them to behold the joy of enduring to the end. - Annie Henrie Nader
30 x 30 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
Moses 1:39 For behold, this is my work and my glory - to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.
Story Behind the Art: This painting is a personal interpretation of heaven, reunion, and how all that is unfair about life can be made right through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
It is an image of families being reunited after loss and hardship, and families being created when there was no previous opportunity. Christ gazes directly at the viewer as an invitation for them to behold the joy of enduring to the end. - Annie Henrie Nader
Beyond the Veil
2015
30 x 48 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
D&C 38:8 “But the day soon cometh that ye shall see me, and know that I am; for the veil of darkness shall soon be rent”
Story Behind the Art: This is a painting of our final reunion with Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. It is a painting that was originally titled “Returning Home” and is centered on the wonderful moment when we will return to God with our loved ones. The veil blowing in the background represents how nothing will be hidden, and all will be understood, the veil being taken from our minds, and we will see clearly. The mother in this painting represents mothers we knew in this life, and also those who never had the opportunity to raise their children while on earth. Some of the people in the painting are holding hands, representative of bringing our loved ones with us on the progress to salvation. It is meant to be a painting of hope for achieving a final and glorious destination. - Annie Henrie Nader
30 x 48 inches
Mixed Media on Panel
D&C 38:8 “But the day soon cometh that ye shall see me, and know that I am; for the veil of darkness shall soon be rent”
Story Behind the Art: This is a painting of our final reunion with Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. It is a painting that was originally titled “Returning Home” and is centered on the wonderful moment when we will return to God with our loved ones. The veil blowing in the background represents how nothing will be hidden, and all will be understood, the veil being taken from our minds, and we will see clearly. The mother in this painting represents mothers we knew in this life, and also those who never had the opportunity to raise their children while on earth. Some of the people in the painting are holding hands, representative of bringing our loved ones with us on the progress to salvation. It is meant to be a painting of hope for achieving a final and glorious destination. - Annie Henrie Nader
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