Immaculate Conception Church

I did this painting earlier this year specifically for a one-person show I was going to have this year at the Ukrainian American Archives & Museum of Detroit in Hamtramck, Michigan. Due to the Covid social distancing concerns, the we agreed to postpone my show for a year or so. The scene is Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church, also in Hamtramck. I took some reference photos in the spring. My dear friend, Deacon Zenon Czornij, was kind enough to pose for the figure praying and approaching the church. The church itself is a stunning building with its golden exterior complete with a magnificent dome topped with a golden statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The interior is filled with breathtaking murals painted by world-renowned artist Mychaijlo Dmytrenko. This art has captivated and influenced me since I was in kindergarten. And I'm proud to say that all of the sacraments I've received for the first time have been in this magnificent church.

This painting was painted on a wraparound canvas stapled on the back. The sides have been painted a solid color. It comes wired and ready to hang.