Julie Ann Lake-Diaz
"María Awaiting Emmanuel" 
Oil on Board
$3500
14" x24" (22'x 32")
 
Artist Statement:
 
María Magdalena (Mary Magdalene)  a deeply devout disciple of Christ. She was closely tied to his ministry and is believed to have helped support with financial means as well. She is mentioned many times in the cannons and is recorded to be present at His crucifixion and at the tomb at the time of Christ's resurrection. 
In the design of the frame are found symbols of her relationship to Christ. The symbol of the cross in the frame represents when she, with other women, were with Christ as he was crucified. “The Sacred Heart Of Christ” above her head is yet another symbol of the love of Christ for all mankind, and one of devotion. The lilies hold many meanings, love, a symbol of rebirth, hope, and mortality.