In Friend of the Bridegroom, Anne Reid Artist paints a sacred moment drawn from John 3:29—a quiet celebration of unity, identity, and presence. The abstract forms, painted in radiant purples, oranges, and soft pastels, suggest figures not merely seen, but known. Their posture is familial, their direction resolute: forward, toward the Light.
This fine art print draws inspiration from the biblical metaphor of the friend of the bridegroom—a figure who rejoices not in attention but in the presence of the Bridegroom Himself. Here, that joy is rendered in gentle gestures and relational nearness. Each figure leans into another, forming a trinity of trust. The leftmost figure, with hand on shoulder, might represent the intercessor—the one who makes way for another’s joy. The central figure carries authority. The rightmost, a child or companion, is nestled in secure belonging.
The background flows with colour and movement, suggesting divine motion—perhaps the Spirit drawing them deeper into revelation or promise. While abstract in form, the emotional narrative is unmistakable: this is about covenant without competition. The friend rejoices not in self, but in proximity to the Bridegroom’s joy.
Anne’s expressive brushwork and layering evoke both tenderness and strength, reflecting her signature approach—letting the Spirit shape the form. The result is a work that welcomes viewers to reflect not only on divine relationship, but also their role in someone else’s becoming.