Artist: Megan Rieker
Title: Refuge
Medium: Oil on Canvas panel
Dimensions: 12x24" inches
Price: $1,200
Artist Statement: In a world where life can be confusing & chaotic, the temple gives us stability, refuge and peace. The bright colors and unruly brush strokes in the sky represent that chaos, while the calming, straight colors and strokes of the temple and grounds convey peace and stability.
Artist Bio: Megan Rieker grew up in Maryland in a family of 8. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in General Fine Arts and a Masters’ Degree in Art Teaching from Maryland Institute, College of Art in 1996. She married Mark Rieker in 1992 and together have 3 boys, a Daughter-in-law and a grandson. They have been stationed in Germany, Italy, Korea, Colorado Springs CO, Goodyear AZ, Washington DC and just recently moved to Utah. In 2000, a serious case of Bell’s Palsy left Megan with the right side of her face 80% paralyzed. Soon after, she was given a blessing in which she was told to begin using her art for the church. After much prayer & study, she began the “Women of Inspiration” series, which includes women throughout LDS history as well as the ideals and values taught in the gospel. She continues to paint between piles of laundry and teaching art lessons. For the past 21 years Megan has been speaking publicly on art and religion around the world. The purpose of her work and public speaking is to uplift and inspire others to reach for our potential as children of God. Her paintings have been featured in the Ensign, the Daughters of My Kingdom book, Church videos, museums, temple visitor’s centers, and book covers. For more information, go to meganrieker.com.