Creatively Christian - Interviews with Faithful Artists

Artist and author Makoto Fujimura is on the Creatively Christian podcast, interviewed by Andrea Sandefur. In this conversation, Makoto discusses our opportunity to honor our brokenness through our making. He also answers listener questions about how artists can address culture, what it means to inhabit a divided world, and stillness in the creative process.
Makoto Fujimura is a leading contemporary artist. Fujimura graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bucknell University, then studied in a traditional Japanese painting doctorate program for several years at Tokyo University of the Arts with several notable artists. Fujimura’s art has been featured widely in galleries and museums around the world, and is collected by notable collections including The Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo, The Huntington Library as well as Tikotin Museum in Israel. As well as being a leading contemporary painter, Fujimura is also an arts advocate, writer, and speaker who is recognized worldwide as a cultural influencer. A Presidential appointee to the National Council on the Arts from 2003-2009, Fujimura has also written the books Refractions, Culture Care, and Art + Faith.
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Guest photo credit: Windrider Productions
Show Notes
The following resources were mentioned in the show or are useful resources recommended by the guests. Links might be marked as affiliates, meaning we earn a commission if you buy through the link.
"The Gift: How the Creative Spirit Transforms the World" by Lewis Hyde [Affiliate]"Art + Faith: A Theology of Making" by Makoto Fujimura [Affiliate]Free Art + Faith Readers Guide "Culture Care: Reconnecting with Beauty for Our Common Life" by Makoto Fujimura [Affiliate]
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Makoto's Website: https://makotofujimura.com/Culture Care: https://iamculturecare.com/culture-care
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This show is produced by Theophany Media. The theme music is by Bill Brooks and Andrea Sandefur. Our logo is by Bill Brooks. This show is hosted by Brannon Hollingsworth, Andrea Sandefur, Dave Ebert, and Rachel Anna. Jake Doberenz produces. Follow Theophany Media and the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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Arianna Fox, a multi-talented teen creative, is on the Creatively Christian podcast, interviewed by Bill Brooks. Arianna describes how she came to be involved in so many activities, and how her youth (she's only 14 years old!) doesn't hold her back. Be inspired by her enthusiasm and encouragement to own your unique creative talents, no matter your age.
While Arianna Fox is just a teenager, she is an author, keynote speaker, CEO/girlpreneur, actress, voiceover actress, influencer, preacher, and aspiring polyglot! And probably some more things. She inspires kids, teens, and young adults with her company called Big Ideas Kids Coaching and through her speaking and creative work. Arianna has numerous acting, voiceover, and writing credits to her name.
This episode can also be found on YouTube.
Show Notes
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Sabre Black by Arianna Fox: https://amzn.to/3FWoQJx [Affiliate]
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/afoxauthorTwitter: https://twitter.com/afoxauthorInstragram: https://www.instagram.com/afoxauthorYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ariannafoxIMDB: https://imdb.me/ariannafox
Credits
This show is produced by Theophany Media. The theme music is by Bill Brooks and Andrea Sandefur. Our logo is by Bill Brooks. Our hosts are Brannon Hollingsworth, Lynn Baber, Andrea Sandefur, and Bill Brooks. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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Musician and podcaster Allen C. Paul is on the Creatively Christian podcast, interviewed by Andrea Sandefur. Allen and Andrea chat about encouraging and serving others through our creative pursuits. They discuss the evolution of his creative community, his books and podcast, his crowdfunding experience, and finding balance in our work. Allen also shares an encouraging word from his devotional book to wrap up.
Allen C. Paul is a jazz musician and a music director at his church. He's also the host of the God and Gigs podcast and community. As an author, Allen was written God and Gigs: Succeed as a Musician Without Sacrificing your Faith and Your Art, God’s Heart: A 21 Day Devotional for Creatives.
This episode can also be found on YouTube.
Show Notes
The following resources were mentioned in the show or are useful resources recommended by the guests. Links might be marked as affiliates, meaning we earn a commission if you buy through the link.
Allen mentioned the 7 Service Steps for creative Christians:S – Stay connected to GodE – Establish prioritiesR – Respect the businessV – Visualizing your goalsI – Investing in yourselfC – Challenging yourself to growE – Evangelizing through your gift
God and Gigs: Succeed as a Musician Without Sacrificing your Faith - https://amzn.to/3B8WKcR [Affiliate]Redeeming Your Time: 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present, and Wildly Productive - https://amzn.to/3rBJzxN [Affiliate]Your Art, God’s Heart: A 21 Day Devotional for Creatives - https://amzn.to/3oCdioz [Affiliate]
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God and Gig’s Website: https://godandgigs.com/Allen’s Podcast: https://godandgigs.com/category/podcast/Allen’s Personal Blog: http://www.allencpaul.com/
Credits
This show is produced by Theophany Media. The theme music is by Bill Brooks and Andrea Sandefur. Our logo is by Bill Brooks. This show is hosted by are Brannon Hollingsworth, Andrea Sandefur, Dave Ebert, and Rachel Anna. Jake Doberenz produces. Follow Theophany Media and the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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Multiple talented creative Amber Whitted is on the Creatively Christian podcast, interviewed by Dave Ebert. Amber likes pretty much all kinds of creativity–she can do everything except draw! She specifically shares her approach to writing poetry and how her job with art is to “break barriers” and plants seeds, not necessarily to save everyone. Dave and Amber both preach that ANYTHING can be used for the Lord, but there are several boundaries that we might not want to cross to protect our Christian witness.

Amber Whitted is an author, performing artist, and model from Chicago’s south suburbs. Though blessed with several artistic talents, Amber admits that her greatest passion is literature. She has been writing since an early age and has written over 500 poems and short stories. Her literary offerings include 4 books of poetry, a poetic EP, and a novel. Additionally, she is very active with her church – Victory Apostolic Church (Matteson, IL). There, she serves in the Vessels of Victory Sanctuary Choir, the Women’s Choir, and with the Victory Thunderettes Cheer Team as a Junior Varsity Competition Squad Coach. She also serves in leadership as the director of Instruments of Praise Liturgical Dance Ministry. She is a woman of God who wears many hats!

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Show Notes

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• “Things I’ve Been Meaning To Say: A Collection of Words and Thoughts” by Amber Whitted [Affiliate]
• “When She Speaks: A Collection of Words and Thoughts” by Amber Whitted [Affiliate]
• “Perfectly Imperfect: A Collection of Words and Thoughts” by Amber Whitted [Affiliate]
• “L.O.V.E.: Lessons On Virtually Everything: A Collection of Words and Thoughts” by Amber Whitted [Affiliate]
• “Breaking The Bond: A Novel” by Amber Whitted [Affiliate]

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Credits

This show is produced by Theophany Media. The theme music is by Bill Brooks and Andrea Sandefur. Our logo is by Bill Brooks. This show is hosted by Brannon Hollingsworth, Andrea Sandefur, Dave Ebert, and Rachel Anna. Jake Doberenz produces. Follow Theophany Media and the podcast on

Contemporary modern artist Rachelle Kearns is on the Creatively Christian podcast, interviewed by Rachel Anna. Through failures and successes when diving into the unknown, Rachelle learned to give space for God to speak through personal disciplines, especially pausing and resting. She also shares her process of capturing God's beauty in art that resonates with people.
Rachelle Kearns was born and raised in Toronto, ON, Canada but now resides in Seattle, WA. She received her Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto with a specialist in Fine Arts and Art History as well as her Diploma in Art from Sheridan College. Kearns is an accomplished artist exhibiting in Canada, the U.S., and Switzerland. Commissioned by companies such as Tiffany & Co., Disney, and P&O Cruises, her work resides in numerous private and public art collections worldwide.
This episode can also be found on YouTube.
Show Notes
The following resources were mentioned in the show or are useful resources recommended by the guests. Links might be marked as affiliates, meaning we earn a commission if you buy through the link.
The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron - https://amzn.to/3Muk5Lo [Affiliate]Scribbling in the Sand: Christ and Creativity by Michael Card - https://amzn.to/3MvMPTN [Affiliate]Art and Faith: A Theology of Making by Makoto Fulimura - https://amzn.to/3MvqOoj [Affiliate]The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer - https://amzn.to/3CtXBp9 [Affiliate]
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Instagram: www.instagram.com/rachelle_kearnsPinterest: www.pinterest.com/rachellekearnsfineart
Credits
This show is produced by Theophany Media. The theme music is by Bill Brooks and Andrea Sandefur. Our logo is by Bill Brooks. This show is hosted by are Brannon Hollingsworth, Andrea Sandefur, Dave Ebert, and Rachel Anna. Jake Doberenz produces. Follow Theophany Media and the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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