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John Hafen: Faith Painted in Color | Salt Lake City News
Discover the quiet power of faith and art through the life of John Hafen, the humble Utah painter who turned poverty into masterpiece. Sent to Paris in 1890 to master his craft instead of preaching, Hafen returned to paint the Salt Lake Temple’s iconic murals — all while surviving on as little as three cents. Praying before every brushstroke, he believed art was a divine act, glorifying God through every stroke. Now, the Springville Museum of Art presents “Enduring Beauty,” featuring 60 of his works — from raw sketches to breathtaking landscapes — proving that true beauty rises from devotion…
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