Kintsugi of the Soul, edition 34

For today’s Kintsugi of the Soul* I’m am sending you over to UpliftTV once again to watch a short 10-minute film called Rosa: These Storms. It is the story of a determined, young Mayan woman, who turned her greatest heartbreak into the impetus that drove her dream. You do have to register with UpliftTV to view this short film, but it is free (they will occasionally send you emails about future inspiring films).

We as people, might be like the birds… they undergo storms… winds… and they never give up. We should not be afraid of these storms.
Instead…
we ought to have wings…
and fly.
~Rosa

Kintsugi of the Soul, edition 31

Today’s Kintsugi of the Soul* features an inspiring, short film about writer Joe Minihane. Joe shares about his struggle with anxiety and how nature and community became two integral paths on his healing journey… a healing journey that first, took him across the UK in search of peace from his worry and then second, sparked and unleashed the creative spirit within. In order to access this film you’ll have to head over to Uplift TV and register for a free account. You’ll find the film here.

“I know that not everybody will want to throw themselves into the sea or get into a cold river, and I know that not everybody can. But everybody can talk and everybody can tell other people about how they’re feeling. And that to me is the most important lesson I’ve learned from this entire journey… that being open and honest are the first steps to making yourself feel better.”
~Joe Minihane.

Kintsugi of the Soul, edition 23

I’m not quite sure that today’s offering on Kintsugi of the Soul* matches my original intention of sharing stories of wholeness, restoration and healing, but it certainly is inspirational so here it is!!

Keely’s Camp is an organization that exists to inspire, education, empower and connect young women. And in a world that very often tells these girls that they don’t measure up or that they’re not enough as they are, I think that this DOES INDEED bring wholeness, restoration and healing!! Check it out:

Kintsugi of the Soul, edition 14

For today’s edition of Kintsugi of the Soul, I’m directing you to UpliftTV to watch a short 7-minute movie called Enough. (It is a free movie; however, you do have to register with UpliftTV in order to have access to it.) The movie is about Beatrice Nyariara, who lives in Korogocho, one of Nairobi’s most dangerous slums, where elderly women are attacked, raped, and sometimes even beheaded and thrown in the river.

“I decided enough was enough!
We must protect ourselves.”
—Beatrice Nyariara

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #249 — What is Christmas?

What is the true meaning of CHRISTmas? I know this can be a difficult season for many. There is only one way to be truly fulfilled in this season:

Clayton Jennings is on a mission to #TellTheWorld about the saving love of Jesus Christ. One way in which he does this is through powerful videos like the one above. Another way is through spoken word:

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #208 — Wired for Creativity

For National Book Month we’ve been exploring books for artists, creatives and worshipers! The month is winding down, but we still have several more books to cover!

Candace L. Long is writer of plays (both screen and theater), books and songs, and a 40-year veteran of the arts and entertainment industry! She is the author of two books I’d like to point out today:

Wired for Creativity recounts her journey into a spiritual desert / wilderness experience and reveals over 60 biblical principles the Lord taught her on surviving the creative calling. According to one reviewer, “It’s a thorough discussion of the roots of the creative personality and real solutions to obstacles we encounter. It gave me some real peace and strength.” (Disclaimer: this book is VERY expensive on Amazon, but very affordable on Candace’s website.) Continue reading

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #192 — Photography as Prayer

October has traditionally been National Book Month and to celebrate I’m posting books for Creative, Artists & Worshipers

I posted about Abbey of the Arts and the work of Dr. Christine Valters Paintner early on in the year, and today I want to guide you to a specific resource.

Eyes of the Heart: Photography as a Christian Contemplative Practice by Dr. Paintner is the first book of its kind—exploring photography as a contemplative spiritual practice from a Christian perspective. I first found this book when I was searching for a book for my daughter who loves to take photographs, and I consider this book a treasure to Christian photographers! The ideas and concepts are applicable for moving film and cinematography, as well.

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #177 — Artist of the Earth

Andres Amador “paints” incredible designs on an interesting “canvas”—a canvas that disappears with the tide! Working with garden rakes, he creates beautiful geometric designs on beaches at low tide. I love watching the ease with which he works and hearing his heart of creativity!

You can watch him in action here:

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #165 — Ira Glass on Creativity

Ira Glass is the host and producer of the documentary radio program “This American Life” broadcast on Public Radio. Today’s inspiration is a clip of him speaking on creativity. To whet your appetite, here’s a quick quote:

“The thing I would just like to say with all my heart is that most everybody I know who does interesting creative work they went through a phase of years where they had really good taste and they could tell what they were making wasn’t as good as what they wanted it to be. They knew it fell short. It didn’t have that special thing we wanted it to have. And the thing I would say to you is that everybody goes through that…

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #140 — Created to Create

Did you know you were created to create?

I’ve posted from The Anima Series before. Here’s another great video to encourage you on your creative path today!

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #126 — Creation Moment Minute

Can caterpillars remember? Find out in this Creation Moments Minute! I think you might be inspired by the answer!

“God provides all creatures with the abilities they need to live successful lives. To God, no creature is unimportant.”

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #114 — Who You Are

photo by Joe Pelletier

Today’s post is dedicated to my son Evan in celebration of his birthday! You are Evan Godfrey, Young Warrior of God’s Peace! You are my amazing son! You are GOD’S amazing SON!

Who You Are: A Message to All Men

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #76 — Planet Earth Film

The heavens proclaim the glory of God.
The skies display his craftsmanship.
Day after day they continue to speak;
night after night they make him known.
They speak without a sound or word;
their voice is never heard.
Yet their message has gone throughout the earth,
and their words to all the world. ~ Psalm 19:1-4

Grab your coffee and sit back. This Planet Earth film from director Robert Revol is 13 minutes long but as you watch, first, take a moment to consider how marvelously creative God is and second, remember you are made in his creative image! Take in God’s glorious splendor and be amazed!

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #72 — Finding God in Art

“Golden Sea” by Makoto Fujimura, 2011.

This is an incredibly powerful video featuring artist, writer, speaker and culture shaper Makoto Fujimura talking about how he found God through his own creation of beauty.

“It was almost like this voice coming over me…this voice that washed over me… and I realized at that moment this historic figure of Jesus was no longer just this historic figure but he was the one who was calling me all along in my creativity.”

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #48 — Live Through This

Dese’Rae L. Stage is an artist on a mission—a mission to save lives through her innovative project called Live Through This. Often times as artists we forget that our work has power to heal and bring hope and life where there is darkness and death. This photographer is not only bringing healing, hope and life but also awareness to a problem that affects far more people than we could ever realize.

http://www.livethroughthis.org
Dese’Rae L. Stage

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #46 — Christian Entertainers FB Page

It’s another Facebook Friday!! CHRISTIAN ENTERTAINERS-Authors, Actors, Producers, Comedians, Screenwriters is a group for professional Christian entertainers.

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #44 — The Magic of Film

Today I want to connect you to this great video on the making of The Hobbit. The actors are revealing what it was like to return to the set for the making of the movie—which has been a great journey for them as professionals playing incredibly memorable characters. Whether you’re a Tolkien fan or not, there are some great ideas to mine from this clip. Listen in:

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #35 — Worship House Media

Worship House Media provides media resources for the creative church! You can browse and preview a variety of resources including: mini movies, worship tracks, countdowns, worship backgrounds (moving & still), and church worship software, as well as resources specific to small groups, children, youth, and church seasons. They even have a sale section to purchase resources at a reduced cost.

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #7 — Moving Art Gratitude film

Love the work of cinematographer Louie Schwartzberg, using film to help people consider the world around them. According to the Moving Art website he is “the only filmmaker in the world who has been shooting time-lapse 24/7 continuously for well over three decade. Schwartzberg is a visual artist breaking barriers, connecting with audiences, and telling stories that celebrate life and reveal the mysteries and wisdom of nature, people and places.”

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Kintsugi of the Soul, edition 34

We as people, might be like the birds… they undergo storms… winds… and they never give up. We should not be afraid of these storms.
Instead…
we ought to have wings…
and fly.
~Rosa

Kintsugi of the Soul, edition 31

Kintsugi of the Soul, edition 23

Kintsugi of the Soul, edition 14

“I decided enough was enough!
We must protect ourselves.”
—Beatrice Nyariara

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #249 — What is Christmas?

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #208 — Wired for Creativity

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #192 — Photography as Prayer

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #177 — Artist of the Earth

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #165 — Ira Glass on Creativity

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #140 — Created to Create

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #126 — Creation Moment Minute

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #114 — Who You Are

Who You Are: A Message to All Men

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #76 — Planet Earth Film

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #72 — Finding God in Art

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #48 — Live Through This

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #46 — Christian Entertainers FB Page

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #44 — The Magic of Film

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #35 — Worship House Media

Create-A-Day: your daily dose of creativity #7 — Moving Art Gratitude film

We as people, might be like the birds… they undergo storms… winds… and they never give up. We should not be afraid of these storms. Instead… we ought to have wings… and fly. ~Rosa

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We as people, might be like the birds… they undergo storms… winds… and they never give up. We should not be afraid of these storms.
Instead…
we ought to have wings…
and fly.
~Rosa

“I decided enough was enough!
We must protect ourselves.”
—Beatrice Nyariara