The painting portrays a young girl in prayer, her hands clasped and her face gently blurred, creating an ethereal quality. She is dressed in a purple dress with a white collar, and a white ribbon adorns her hair, adding to her innocent appearance. A cross earring subtly reflects her faith. The neutral background ensures that the focus remains on the girl, highlighting her moment of quiet devotion. The artist leaves their signature in the bottom right corner, marking the artwork with a personal touch. The overall effect is one of tranquility and spiritual reflection.
Signed Oil Painting on Canvas – Unstretched
Currently, Michael J McBride is an instructor of art at Tennessee State University and has been the lead artist on many community-based mural projects in Nashville, Tennessee. McBride was featured in Visions of My People, sixty years of African American art in Tennessee, an exhibit organized by the Tennessee State Museum and one of his pieces was purchase for their permanent collection.