"Receiving Strength from Above" is a portrayal of struggle and comfort, drawn from a deeply personal place. Kate Lee shares insights from her own family's experiences, she says, "This one is painted from experience from struggling with a diagnosis in our family." It's a visual narrative of seeking divine strength in moments of confusion and pain.
Kate Lee describes the figure in the painting: "She's reaching up to Heavenly Father. We can find that strength that we need and that clarification." This image is a universal representation of the search for understanding and support. The subject's hand on her heart is a detail that Lee explains, "For me, that represents the pain that you carry and it's carried right here."
The artist connects with her audience by acknowledging a shared experience, noting, "We've all been there. We need clarification. We don't quite understand why we are going through this." The light surrounding the figure is not depicted with yellow but is conveyed through a wash that symbolizes the strength and clarity descending upon her from a higher power. Lee concludes, "She's receiving that strength and that clarification."
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by Kate Lee