THE QUILT, Barbara Nelson Young

Artist: Barbara Nelson Young

Title: THE QUILT

Medium: Acrylic

Price: $7,855

Dimensions: 36 x 36 inches

Artist Statement: THE QUILT 

Mother in heaven, mother of mine

May your grace be upon me

May I feel your warmth within

May your love be my love

Endless, gentle, warm

Hear my cries

Catch my tears

Lift my soul

Watch over me

Gaze upon me in this moment

See me as I am

Watch me as I build my life

Your beauty part of me

Other’s hands have given much

They’ve known my weary heart

They’ve filled my well,

Your divine intent

Oh, Heavenly Mother of mine

Yours is a “sure place where I can lean”

A place of refuge

A home of teaching

A reminder of before

May I be your grace

May I share your warmth

May I live your melody of love

Dancing, intentionally 

Mother in heaven, mother of mine

How beautiful you are

A teacher of things eternal

A creator

My friend

Endless, gentle, warm

Author-Barbara Nelson Young

Artist Bio: Barbara's artistic journey is a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of creativity, family, and a deep passion for the arts. Beginning with a career in advertising, design, and illustration, she eventually found her true calling in the creation of original art pieces. This shift was not only a professional one but a personal endeavor as well, allowing Barbara to focus on raising her family of five children.

Now, as "Nana" to twelve grandchildren, Barbara has embraced the multifaceted canvas of life with open arms. Her chosen medium, acrylics on wood canvas, serves as the vessel for her imaginative expressions. The vibrant palette she employs is a reflection of her distinctive style, with each color carefully chosen to convey a specific emotion or message. Beyond the aesthetic appeal, Barbara infuses her artwork with a deeper meaning, creating pieces that resonate on a personal level. The sentiment behind her creations is infectious, leaving observers with smiles as they connect with the warmth and love embedded in her art.

Barbara's artistic talents have been recognized through various accomplishments, including receiving the purchase award from the Springville Museum of Art in 2022, with the selected piece now proudly part of their permanent collection. Additionally, in 2023, she illustrated the Advent Bible study guide for Multiply Goodness, showcasing her unique style. Furthermore, Barbara's prints have found a home in Target, where they have been sold to appreciative audiences, further solidifying her presence in the art world and bringing her work to a wider audience.