The Beginning of Miracles: II 1953

Corita Kent created "The Beginning of Miracles: II" using serigraphy, a printmaking technique known for its bold colors and graphic quality. The dominant visual experience here is one of texture and layering, where the interplay of light and shadow creates a dynamic surface. The composition balances abstract elements with recognizable architectural forms, evoking a sense of depth and space. Kent's work often merges the aesthetics of Pop Art with spiritual and social themes. In this print, the use of line, color, and shape suggests an urban landscape undergoing transformation. The semiotic system at play here uses familiar visual codes—such as structural beams, and cloud-like textures—to create new meanings, reflecting a sense of renewal. Ultimately, the rough texture and layered composition invites us to consider how art can destabilize fixed meanings and categories. "The Beginning of Miracles: II" thus functions as a site of ongoing interpretation, challenging us to find the miraculous in the everyday.