Risen Hope by Joseph Brickey

This painting entitled, “Risen Hope,” by our neighbor and friend Joseph Brickey hangs in the annex of the Salt Lake Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

A rarely seen painting of the risen Savior bearing personal witness to Mary, reminds of us of the need to focus on Jesus Christ.

In a world of uncertainty, heartache, and challenges, Jesus Christ is our hope.

In creating the artwork, Joseph drew from lessons learned about hope while on his full-time mission and spiritual experiences at the garden tomb in Jerusalem, which he had visited three times before. While painting, he paid special attention to where the light would have fallen on that first Easter morning and how he imagines it would have emanated from the Savior.

“The light reinforces that idea of overcoming death and darkness, of rising above despair, of finding hope. Not only is Christ risen, but also Mary’s hope rises when she hears her name from His lips. She represents each of us—this very personal interaction typifies Christ’s role in our lives. He knows us. He watches over us when we weep. His voice overcomes darkness and brings resplendent hope,” Joseph said.