By Leona Shanks
(Alumni parent)
Painting: Oil on Linen
STATEMENT BY THE ARTIST
I conceived of this subject because I feel that now, more than ever, is a time to embrace the world and strive for peace and understanding. We have placed our children in Nazareth because they will not only receive an excellent academic education but also the love and compassion needed to help build a strong foundation. They are being taught how to be responsible individuals.
Nazareth children (who are represented by the teddy bear) will be equipped to make a difference in the world. Maybe this will be in their own neighborhood or city or maybe it will be on a larger scale. I tried to represent this through my painting.
Symbolism for the colors of our flag:
RED: Valor, zeal and fervency
WHITE: Hope, purity and cleanliness of life
BLUE: The color of heaven, for reverence of God, loyalty,
sincerity, justice and truth