Types and Symbols were the main aspect of the entire collection. It was a really good feeling being able to have toured the collections with a guide, and to have had the opportunity to discuss each work. I specially liked the painting that was divided into three sections, and it contained the fruits at... Read More

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        This week for my Doctrine and Covenants class we had a guest speaker, Rita Wright, come and speak to us about the newest exhibition at the Museum of Art here on the BYU campus. Then on Thursday we had the opportunity to visit the Types and Shadows: Intimations of Divinity exhibit. I am not an artist and struggle to see some of the symbolism in art. I am a more logical thinker. I like some symbolism but I c... Read More

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Just recently, I visited an art museum, where they had an exhibit based on symbols of Christ. I was lucky enough to have perused if briefly while visiting another exhibit, then hear a lecture on the symbol exhibit, as well as participate in a guided tour. It was fascinating. My first perusal hadn’t touched me much. I saw the surface symbolism, enjoyed some of the technique, but didn’t think about the pieces much. Then, during the lecture, the docent from the museum pointed out different... Read More

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Well in New Testament class we had Rita Wrights visit and talk about the exhibit in the museum of art focused on the savior. She talked about different things to look at ways of seeing the divinity implied in the works, showing several in class. Then the next class period we had the opportunity to visit the museum of Art. This was a great experience, an opportunity to see different depictions of and ways that people see the savior. This led to a greater reflection in... Read More

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