Art and artists have a place in the life and worship of the Christian community. Our God is a creative God who made physical matter with substance, function, and beauty. He gave man the ability to be creative, honoring Him with the objects of beauty we make. Art that reflects truths about our Lord and our faith in physical form, gives us tangible encouragement, help us focus on and trust in what we cannot see, and allows us to expand on our understanding of Biblical truth.
The Visual Arts Ministry seeks to develop a community within PBCC of folks who make and/or care about the visual arts, and through that community to bring the visual arts into the life and worship of the whole PBCC Body.
If you wish to receive the monthly Visual Arts Ministry newsletter, please contact Marilyn and indicate your desire to be put on the VAM email list.
Upcoming VAM Events
Art in the Auditorium
CURRENT EXHIBIT: The Names of Jesus
During the seasons of Advent and Christmas, we celebrate the coming to earth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Throughout the Bible, Jesus is referred to by many titles and names that help us understand who He is, His life, His Lordship, and what He came to do. This exhibit features the creations of seventeen PBCC children and adults from the ages of 4 through 87.
This exhibit will end at noon on January 30.
PAST VIRTUAL EXHIBITS:
Out of His Heart Will Flow Rivers of Living Water, Liquid Acrylic Flow Paintings by Tanya Khachiyan
Where to Find Organizations and Artists who Address Art & Christianity
Where to See Art Locally and Online
Workshops
NEXT SCHEDULED WORKSHOP: The Traditional Art of Washi Eggs
On February 20, Joyce Otsuka will introduce the art of decorating eggs. She will show examples of this art form, including painted eggs, eggs used for potpourri, Ukrainian Easter eggs, and Taiwanese carved alabaster eggs. Participants will be led step-by-step through the process of making Japanese Washi eggs, creating their own beautiful, decorated eggs to adorn their homes at Easter or anytime. No experience is needed, and all materials will be provided. We’d love for you to join us!
February 20, 1:00-4:00 PM; PBCC Fellowship Hall
Class size is limited to 24 participants. Minimum age is 12 years old; 12-14 year olds must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Register: In-Person: at PBCC on February 13 (at the VAM table after each service.)
Online: here, beginning February 9
A suggested donation to help pay for materials is $10/person, $8/person for families.
Masks required
WORKSHOP RESOURCES
April 2020 Workshop – The Passion of Jesus in Art: An Illustrated Talk by Bernard Bell: Slides of the Artwork Discussed, Handout, Video of the Presentation
July 2020 Workshop – Sea Glass Wind Chime: Introduction and 4-Part Demonstration Videos
August 2020 Workshop – Collage with a Message: 2-Part Demonstration Videos
Workshops & Classes Offered Online by Other Sources
Where to Find Art & Craft Supplies
Visual Arts Fellowship
The Visual Arts Fellowship is a group of folks interested in the Visual Arts who gather in a casual setting encouraging and supporting one another as they endeavor to weave together their interests in art and their Christian faith. A focus of each meeting is enjoying and discussing the work brought by the artists and craftspeople present.
The date and time of the next gathering: TBA
For more information, contact Nancy.
Contact Us
Marilyn de Kleer Contact: Marilyn
Nancy Woodward Contact: Nancy
Workshops
Cheryl Parris Contact: Cheryl
Diana Luoh: Contact: Diana
If you wish to receive the monthly Visual Arts Ministry newsletter, please contact Marilyn and indicate your desire to be put on the VAM email list.