LDS NONFICTION: Visions of Hope by Annie Henrie

VISIONS OF HOPE

An Illustrated Portrayal of God's Plan for Us

by Annie Henrie

Deseret Book, 2014

ISBN: 978-1-60907-819-5

LDS Nonfiction

Source: Publisher for review (Thanks!)

All opinions expressed are solely my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK

The most fundamental questions in our lives—questions about where we came from, why we are here, and where we are gonig—are answered when we have a true understanding of the plan of salvation. Now, our understanding is deepened and enlivened by this beautifully illustrated depiction of God's eternal plan for His children. In her unique, richly textured style, fine artist Annie Henrie offers a visual interpretations of the plan of salvation, including pre-earth life, the Creation, the Fall of Adam and Eve, life on earth, the spirit world, the Atonement and the Resurrection, and the kingdoms of glory. Accompanied by text from the scriptures, each exquisite image testifies of God's love for us and of His plan of happiness.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR

ANNIE HENRIE graduated with a bachelor of fine arts degree from Brigham Young University in April 2012, and since the age of sixteen she has shown her work in galleries, including Bronze Coast Gallery in Cannon Beach, Oregon; Authentique Gallery in St. George, Utah; and Deseret Book stores. Annie grew up in Bountiful, Utah, and is the daughter of Cary and Sauni Henrie. Her father, also a professional artist, has taught his daughter how to paint and draw since she was in kindergarten. Annie’s work is inspired by her experiences serving as a missionary in southern England and studying Renaissance art in Italy. She currently resides in Salt Lake City, Utah.

REVIEW

This book beautifully and simply illustrates the plan of salvation through the use of scriptures and paintings.  I found the book to be thoroughly enjoyable and gorgeous.  The paintings are touching and almost glow which suits the feel of the book very well.  The book moves through the main parts of the plan of salvation: pre-earth life, birth, life on earth, death, spirit world, resurrection and judgment and the three degrees of glory.  I especially enjoyed the paintings showing joy (a family), the resurrection, and the Lord's work and the glory.  A truly inspiring book that would work really well for a family home evening or church lesson.  Highly recommended.