Poster Image

The Basilica

$20

Item#: 2015SYR15

Purchase Details

11x17-inches, printed on heavy weight (100-pound) Hammermill cover paper. We package each print with a piece of chipboard in a clear plastic sleeve.

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An information page with photos of the artist and poet, and hand-written comments from each.

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Poem Inspiration Location

The Basilica

poster information

Description

The basilica
reaches toward the heart of God,
the moon and stars sing

An unexpected architectural wonder, Sacred Heart Basilica can't help but be noticed in the residential neighborhood of the west side. Its spires shoot heavenward, reminding me of Renaissance master craftsmen whose works were extensions of devotion to God. Their faith was strong. Their work still stands. Reflecting on this fills me with awe over the wonder of God and all He gives us.

I went with my friend, in my friend's car, and we saw this church. I think it's very elegant. I like it a lot. The poem said it's reaching very high, toward the heart of God. It makes me feel very peaceful and pure inside.

I wanted to combine these two feelings, the basilica reaching up, and the moon and the stars are singing. That's just how I imagine it. The angels, they are very kind inside. They have a good warm heart to help others. And I add some fog to make the atmosphere like dreaming. I like the tranquility. It's very peaceful, but also playful.