Mary, Overshadowed, Emily A. Pastor
Emily A. Pastor
American, born USA, 1987 - present
Oil on Panel
40 x 60 inches
Mary, Overshadowed, 2024
“Mary, Overshadowed” was the result of a commission by VU VI VO to create a piece of public art reflecting on the Bible story of the Annunciation and the overshadowing of Mary (Luke 1:26-38). After Gabriel visits Mary with the startling news that she would become the mother of the Son of God, what would Mary look like when the initial shock had worn off?
“Mary, Overshadowed” captures a moment with Mary after the Annunciation. Mary stands resolute at sunrise, overshadowed by the glory and light of a new day. She has taken Gabriel’s words to heart that “nothing will be impossible with God” and looks at the viewer victoriously as if to invite us into this promise.
Unveiled December 2024 during an event at Oxford Exchange in Tampa, FL.
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American, born USA, 1987 - present
Oil on Panel
40 x 60 inches
Mary, Overshadowed, 2024
“Mary, Overshadowed” was the result of a commission by VU VI VO to create a piece of public art reflecting on the Bible story of the Annunciation and the overshadowing of Mary (Luke 1:26-38). After Gabriel visits Mary with the startling news that she would become the mother of the Son of God, what would Mary look like when the initial shock had worn off?
“Mary, Overshadowed” captures a moment with Mary after the Annunciation. Mary stands resolute at sunrise, overshadowed by the glory and light of a new day. She has taken Gabriel’s words to heart that “nothing will be impossible with God” and looks at the viewer victoriously as if to invite us into this promise.
Unveiled December 2024 during an event at Oxford Exchange in Tampa, FL.
Connect with Emily Pastor
Mary, Overshadowed | 2024
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