Painting
Dad
A painting of a candid photo of my father. Contemplation, need for comfort, missing him.
Painting
Judith
Inspired by the strength and courage of the story of Judith. As well as the strength and love in my friend Isabella who has been there for me through my fathers passing and mourning.
Painting
Magdalene
Inspired by the story of Mary Magdalene, I created this painting. Her mourning around her past life and penitence is relatable for me.
Painting
Self
A self-portrait as an angel. This shows my devotion to stay close to my father after his passing.
Painting
Veiled
Inspired by the Virgin Mary and the Hail Mary prayer, I painted a close friend representing Mary. I relate to her grief and her strength and painting her helped with my grieving process.
Work by
Ryleigh McGinley
Painting
“Using lived experiences of anticipatory grief, loss and mourning, I use oil painting as an expression of art as therapy and connection to faith. Painting myself, my friends, my father, and the...” [More]