Since we presuppose most of the stories and metaphors that shape our imaginations, we’re largely unaware of them and how they function in our lives. What, then, can we do to become more aware of these formative stories and metaphors and how they affect our own artmaking? The task will always be the same: to distinguish between what is cultural and what is eternal. Just as the early Christians found themselves reimagining what it means to be human – as beloved sons and daughters of God – we artists must reimagine what it means to use our stories, music, and art to communicate Beauty and Goodness that transcends culture and is rooted in eternal Truth. This talk will reflect on the lessons we can learn from the Early Church to make an impact for Christ, through art, in our modern-day lives.
