The art on the cover is from an exhibit entitled "Nude Truths: An Odyssey in Poetry, Painting and Prose," by Kristi Ylvisaker and Mary Ylvisaker Nilsen. "Nude Truths," was visually inspired by the powerful poetry of Denise Levertov (thus the "DL" on many of the pieces). Kristi explores Levertov's "descent into and through the dark night of the soul" while Mary provides descriptions underneath each work spun off from Levertov's poetic imagery. Collaborating from opposite sides of the world – Kristi in her studio in Norway and Mary in Des Moines, Iowa – the two sisters reunited in the USA in 2004 to finish the project.
Of the exhibit, the sisters say, "Each painting in the series of 24 works is 32" tall and 23" wide. The colors in the cycle move from white and light creams through dense, dark colors and out into ethereal blues and cool lights. Similarly, the thought progression of prose and poetry moves from innocence to awe and in between struggles with the illusive quality of peace in our world The intensity of color combined with tight and powerful thoughts inspires viewers to explore their own unique responses, continuing the flow of creative energy."
"Nude Truths" is being used during the Everything Must Change Tour to prompt deeper reflection and change. The entire series is compiled in book form and available from Faith At Work for $10.
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