Artist Statement
My work represents a dove of peace filled with pattern. The black and white patterns serve to contrast the turbulent and troubling times in our world. The dove is shown to represent that we all have a role in creating peace around us. The song, Let There Be Peace on Earth, and its verse, inspired me in creating this work. The dove is illustrated as flying from the darkness into a rainbow of colors representing unity and love. Each day we must search for the positive things in our lives and keep our sights on those things. Within the pattern of the dove is the word “PEACE”. It’s repeated 7 times throughout the design. Research shows that if we hear or see something 5-7 times, it’s transfers from short-term to long-term memory. Hopefully my work will serve to inspire each person to find peace in their own lives and to work to find peace in our communities.