ISSUE #008 Have you ever stopped to consider that your studio—whether it’s a spare bedroom, a corner of the garage, or a table in the kitchen—is more than just a place where you “make stuff”? According to Exodus 35:35, God gave Bezalel and Oholiab not only the skills to create but the wisdom and inspiration…
Finding Peace and Purpose Through Guided Artistic Growth My friend, if you’re navigating a season of transition in your life or art career, you’re likely experiencing a mix of emotions—excitement about new possibilities, anxiety about the unknown, perhaps even grief for what you’re leaving behind. Career transitions can be particularly challenging for artists. Whether you’re…
Real Stories of Transformation from the Created to Thrive Community My friend, you’ve probably heard me share about the power of artist mentorship, but today I want to step back and let the voices of our Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring community speak directly to you—artists just like you who took a step of faith…
Connection That Transforms Your Art Career My friend, have you ever felt like you’re walking your artistic journey alone? Like you’re the only one who understands the unique challenges of being a Christian artist trying to make meaningful work in today’s world? I hear this from artists all the time—this sense of isolation, of trying…
Breaking Through the Barriers That Hold Your Art Captive My friend, we’ve all been there—staring at a blank canvas, feeling the weight of creative paralysis, wondering if the inspiration will ever return. Creative blocks aren’t just frustrating; they’re a spiritual battle that can rob you of the joy and purpose God intended for your artistic…
Beyond Passion: Building a Sustainable Art Business My friend, I’ve heard the whispers of doubt that might be holding you back right now: “Can I really afford to invest in a mentorship program? Will I ever see a return on that investment?” These are valid questions—especially if you’ve been told the lie that being an…
How Mentorship Fast-Tracks Your Artistic Development 1. It Creates Sacred Focus for Your Creative Vision When you’re trying to develop as an artist on your own, it’s easy to get pulled in a dozen different directions. Today’s watercolor tutorial. Tomorrow’s acrylic workshop. Next week’s exploration into mixed media. While exploration certainly has its place, there’s…
ISSUE #007 Have you ever felt like your creative rhythm is just off? Like you want to be in the flow with God, with your art, and with your business… but something’s just not syncing up? I’ve been there too. In my early years as an artist, I was all over the place—starting things I…
Isn’t it amazing how God has designed us—spirit, soul, and body—to work together in perfect harmony? The more science discovers, the more we see what the Bible has told us all along: prayer, worship, speaking God’s Word, and creativity don’t just connect us to Him spiritually—they literally transform us from the inside out. One of…