Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Drawing for Parley's Stake Trek


Brigham Young, 12"x 16", graphite on paper


Leaving Navuoo, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


Ephraim Hanks, 12"x 16", graphite on paper


James Willie, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


Dan Jones, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


Levi Savage, 12"x 16", graphite paper.


Amy Loader, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


Patience Loader, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


The River Crossing, 12"x 16" graphite on paper.


Elsie Nielsen, 12"x 16", graphite one paper.


 George and Sarah, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


 Emily Hill, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


Linford, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


James Kirkwood, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.


Bodil Mortensen, 12"x 16" graphite on paper.


Chimney Rock, 12"x 16", graphite on paper.

Recently, I was asked by my local church to do drawings for their upcoming youth trek. They are highlighting certain pioneers who traveled the Mormon Trail about a 150 years ago. I was hesitant because I have plenty on my plate as is, but as I drew these people I came to appreciate their sacrifice and fortitude. Many of my ancestors walked that trail and this experience has inspired me to research their stories. 

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