Bear Soliven - Coffee & Community
In this episode, Blake sits down with Bear Soliven of ONYX Coffee Lab. They discuss his journey into the coffee industry and the interconnectedness of coffee and community.
Contributors
Blake Flattley
Blake Flattley is the Executive and Creative Director for CommunionArts, host of the CommunionArts podcast, and an accomplished singer-songwriter. He holds a BA in Humanities and an MA in Theology from Concordia University, Irvine and has served as a Worship Director for churches in Southern California, Houston, New York City and the Phoenix area. Blake currently lives with his wife Tara and their three girls, Amelia, Olivia, and Willa in Southern California.
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Gregory Butler - Confectioner
In this episode, Blake sits down with confectioner, Gregory Butler. They discuss his experience as a fifth-generation candy maker, his love for cooking, and his journey to making candy for his family’s business, Wockenfuss Candies.
Andrew Strother - Storyteller
In this episode, Blake sits down with storyteller, Andrew Strother. They discuss his time as a sports photographer, podcaster, and his love for Dungeons and Dragons. You can see Andrew’s photos at AndrewStrother.com or follow him on twitter.
Jared C. Wilson - Writer
In this episode, Blake sits down with writer, Jared C. Wilson. They discuss the influence of his elementary school teachers as he evolved into a writer, working with an agent, and the importance of getting the words onto the page.
Loso - Battle Rapper
In this episode, Blake sits down with battle rapper, Loso. They discuss his creative process, how he went from classroom teacher to international recording artist, and the importance of surrounding yourself with honest people.
Mako Fujimura - Painter
In this episode, Blake sits down with painter, Mako Fujimura. They discuss his process of slow art, culture care, and his new book, Art & Faith: A Theology of Making.
Heather Choate Davis - Writer
In this episode, Blake sits down with writer, Heather Choate Davis. They discuss her writing career as it began in advertising, later books, and now songwriting.
Chad Bird - Writer
In this episode, Blake sits down with writer, Chad Bird. They speak about his process, how it has changed over the years, and the necessity for all writers to be readers.
Luke Wesselschmidt - Architect
In this episode, Blake sits down with architect, Luke Wesselschmidt. They discuss the intersection of old and new and learning from the past.
Elyse Fitzpatrick - Communicator
In this episode, Blake sits down with Elyse Fitzpatrick. Elyse is a writer, speaker, and counselor who sums up her vocation as a communicator. They discuss her the writing process, and how her different forms of communication inform each other.
Storymakers - Writer, Designer, & Illustrator
In this episode, Blake sits down with the team behind Storymakers. They discuss the process of taking a story in written word and turning it into a fully interactive zine for kids.
Richie Deegan - Painter
In this episode, Blake sits down with painter, Richie Deegan. They discuss his journey, moving from drumming in a rock band to becoming a full-time painter.
Bill Brimer - Songwriter
In this episode, Blake sits down with songwriter, Bill Brimer. They discuss the vocations of musician and songwriter, and where Bill finds creative inspiration.You can stream Bill’s new album here.
Tim Bauer - Illustrator & Designer
In this episode, Blake sits down with designer and illustrator, Tim Bauer. They discuss the creative process, finding inspiration, and knowing the why behind creating.
Josh Salzberg - Filmmaker
In this episode, Blake sits down with filmmaker Josh Salzberg. They discuss his love of storytelling, the need for empathy, and the human experience.
Katy McNulty and Jonathan Hittinger - Chefs
In this episode, Blake sits down with chefs Katy McNulty and Jonathan Hittinger of The Pixie and The Scout. They discuss the craft of cooking and how that plays out in one of America's largest cities.
Tanner Olson - Writer & Poet
In this episode, Blake sits down with writer & poet, Tanner Olson AKA Written To Speak. Tanner shares about his journey to becoming a writer & poet, his creative process, and in small ways, how basketball played a role in…
Justin Weber - Yo-yoist
In this episode, Blake sits down with yo-yoist, Justin Weber. We explore his journey to becoming a national touring yo-yoist and the importance of enjoying your work. See Justin in action: https://www.youtube.com/user/weberyoyo Music in this episode is from Chris Ellis…
Paul Go - Photographer
In this episode, Blake sits down with photographer Paul Go. They explore Paul's journey to become a photographer and the work that inspires him. To see Paul's work, visit PaulGoImages.com. Music in this episode is from Blake Flattley and Praise…
Brenton Clarke Little - Illustrator & Designer
In Episode 1 of The Craft, Blake sits down with illustrator and designer, Brenton Clarke Little. We explore how his many expressions of creativity contribute to each other and ultimately have bettered his craft. Music in this episode is from…
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Welcome to The Craft where we explore various vocations through the lens of artistry, theology, and culture. Each week we invite guests to sit down with us to discuss their craft as we explore the how and why of what…
Grace & The Umbrella Academy
Netflix just recently released a series called The Umbrella Academy, another comic book series adapted for screen.
Out-Singing Hopelessness
On September 15th of 2018, Christ Hold Fast held a one day event in Hattiesburg, Mississippi focused on Faith, Love & Grace Against Hopelessness. Speakers from around the country came together to speak to this topic.
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