The Artistic Vision

Winfield Bevins: "Beauty will Save the World"

On today's episode of "The Artistic Vision" we talk with Winfield Bevins, the author of How Beauty Will Save the World: Recovering the Power of the Arts for the Christian Life. In a world filled with chaos and distraction, the concept of beauty often takes a backseat to more pressing concerns. Yet, in this episode we explore the profound impact that beauty can have on our lives. Beauty isn't just an aesthetic; it’s a moment of connection with the divine. Winfield aims to help Christians see beauty as an essential elements of everyday life, even practicing beauty as a Spiritual Discipline that fosters deeper connections and understanding of the Divine. About the Book: In How Beauty Will Save the World, Winfield Bevins invites us to reclaim the power of beauty in a culture dulled by distraction and disconnection. Blending theology, personal story, and a vision for a new renaissance of Christian artistry, Bevins shows how beauty—natural, artistic, and redemptive—can heal our lives, renew the church, and revive our hope. This isn’t just a book for artists—it’s a call to every believer to live artfully, reflect the glory of the Creator, and become “missionaries of beauty.” Buy How Beauty Will Save the World HERE [https://www.amazon.com/How-Beauty-Will-Save-World/dp/1964817102/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3PHRTSOCG8DP4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VGM44VxWSEE9jzO8dCJnuyZbbNbaUon-PDMBNRXIpxDWCDhp7SCQQvufQEHQ72jOYwd0Rw7LzzF2hZYVjz-UnVLwZ1ildk9RSxekWmwP7aXR7duYYF7lFsaPB66ExfGqnCExjDd9ZfkTnmgLVhyWmz3-_fLlkkQ3g_IqQRJnYaQDyzbPIv1clsNzCdrFNFC4QlWmTGzqnlwCzzGqgLW9yRGIa4C4ygILFttgul5Hh5I.dFFj_tuA0_lhqs1m953g-JVsnY-8fXRHJdNRy9ZvgAs&dib_tag=se&keywords=winfield+bevin&qid=1767815917&sprefix=winfield+bevin%2Caps%2C229&sr=8-2]. About Winfield Bevins: Dr. Winfield Bevins is an internationally recognized author, artist, and the founding director of Creo Arts, which is a non-profit that exists to bring beauty, goodness, and truth to the world through the arts. Winfield is also artist-in-residence at Asbury Theological Seminary where he champions the integration of art, theology, and mission. Over the past decade, he has helped start numerous initiatives and academic programs that have trained leaders from around the world.  Follow us on Instagram:  @theartisticvisionpodcast @g_ball2 @alexsosler Check out CREO Arts: https://www.creoarts.org @creoarts.community Buy the Artistic Vision book here! https://wipfandstock.com/9781666760132/the-artistic-vision/ https://www.amazon.com/Artistic-Vision-Cultivating-Sacramental-Imagination/dp/1666760137/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gTOsrim0XMSOuyLOeIeqJHvXQlDWGE8BqOmNzY_TR90uoCegHsEhJBG77UwllpmqLDWKth27lBsmET7L6zvc7ICCVdmkwI33_NEQ_nhHaDv93pdCdMGQIktvJfX8bLqO7YjU6aVmNrGphfVU5ueCV0eG_qJJa9dRQBoebI1YbmZHOhyO178tlKdGbg4x2bjfLI0onx9-uhqzoCsc3lK_qwFOZDjVQwfqxeG4uzRbEpQ.yXgwTDxpCvj4B59DJmY1tcOwV7D8tMdtxas0EndXMCY&qid=1745002821&sr=8-1

Julian Davis Reid: "Thinking of Creating as Chaplaincy - Attending to the Person in Front of You"

In this episode of The Artistic Vision, we explore the world of Julian Davis Reid, an artist and theologian who seamlessly weaves music and faith. Julian shares his journey from a musically rich upbringing to becoming a transformative voice in the arts. He discusses his creative projects, including his latest records Vocation and Behold, and his ministry Notes of Rest, which invites listeners into spaces of spiritual reflection and musical contemplation. Join us as we delve into how Julian’s work demonstrates the power of music to shape personal growth, communal connection, and spiritual transformation. Whether you’re a musician, artist, or lover of faith-driven creativity, this conversation offers inspiration for embracing art as a form of vocation and rest. Website: JulianDavisReid.com [https://www.juliandavisreid.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Instagram: @juliandavisreid [https://www.instagram.com/juliandavisreid/?hl=en&utm_source=chatgpt.com] YouTube channel: Julian Davis Reid on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2-U8vjSVj03p6f0zyClHyw?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Follow us on Instagram:  @theartisticvisionpodcast @g_ball2 @alexsosler Check out CREO Arts: https://www.creoarts.org @creoarts.community Buy the Artistic Vision book here! https://wipfandstock.com/9781666760132/the-artistic-vision/ https://www.amazon.com/Artistic-Vision-Cultivating-Sacramental-Imagination/dp/1666760137/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gTOsrim0XMSOuyLOeIeqJHvXQlDWGE8BqOmNzY_TR90uoCegHsEhJBG77UwllpmqLDWKth27lBsmET7L6zvc7ICCVdmkwI33_NEQ_nhHaDv93pdCdMGQIktvJfX8bLqO7YjU6aVmNrGphfVU5ueCV0eG_qJJa9dRQBoebI1YbmZHOhyO178tlKdGbg4x2bjfLI0onx9-uhqzoCsc3lK_qwFOZDjVQwfqxeG4uzRbEpQ.yXgwTDxpCvj4B59DJmY1tcOwV7D8tMdtxas0EndXMCY&qid=1745002821&sr=8-1

Mitali Perkins: "When It's Not Good Enough! Creating When You Feel Like a Failure"

In this episode of The Artistic Vision, author Mitali Perkins shares her remarkable journey from her Bengali roots to becoming a beloved Christian author of children’s and young adult books. Mitali opens up about her creative struggles—battling self-doubt, confronting the inner critic that whispers, “I suck, my work sucks,”—and learning to listen for God’s encouragement to “Keep going.” We discuss the spiritual adventure of art-making, the myth that art can exist without message, and how artists can balance truth-telling with leaving room for mystery and meaning in their work. Whether you’re a Christian artist, writer, or creative thinker, Mitali’s wisdom will inspire you to keep creating with courage, humility, and faith. 👉 Subscribe to The Artistic Vision for more conversations exploring faith, creativity, imagination, and the vocation of the artist. https://www.mitaliperkins.com [https://www.mitaliperkins.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] https://www.instagram.com/mitaliperkins/ [https://www.instagram.com/mitaliperkins/] https://x.com/MitaliPerkins [https://x.com/MitaliPerkins] Follow us on Instagram:  @theartisticvisionpodcast @g_ball2 @alexsosler Check out CREO Arts: https://www.creoarts.org @creoarts.community Buy the Artistic Vision book here! https://wipfandstock.com/9781666760132/the-artistic-vision/ https://www.amazon.com/Artistic-Vision-Cultivating-Sacramental-Imagination/dp/1666760137/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gTOsrim0XMSOuyLOeIeqJHvXQlDWGE8BqOmNzY_TR90uoCegHsEhJBG77UwllpmqLDWKth27lBsmET7L6zvc7ICCVdmkwI33_NEQ_nhHaDv93pdCdMGQIktvJfX8bLqO7YjU6aVmNrGphfVU5ueCV0eG_qJJa9dRQBoebI1YbmZHOhyO178tlKdGbg4x2bjfLI0onx9-uhqzoCsc3lK_qwFOZDjVQwfqxeG4uzRbEpQ.yXgwTDxpCvj4B59DJmY1tcOwV7D8tMdtxas0EndXMCY&qid=1745002821&sr=8-1

Duncan Simcoe: "Is my Art Christian? Comparing Devotional and Prophetic Art"

In this episode of The Artistic Vision, we welcome artist and professor Duncan Simcoe, who offers a rich framework for understanding Christian art through the categories of prophetic and devotional expression. Simcoe reflects on whether art can truly be taught and explores the artist’s journey from imitation to originality. He shares the story behind his compelling series Black Drawings—a body of work that began, as he puts it, by “making the right mistake.” Using humble materials like tar paper, Simcoe demonstrates how ordinary things can become vessels of transcendence, revealing deep spiritual truths through the material world. This conversation invites artists and viewers alike to see how creativity participates in divine revelation and how faithful art can both speak truth and offer devotion. Tune in for an inspiring exploration of the sacred dimensions of artistic practice. https://www.duncansimcoeart.com/ [https://www.duncansimcoeart.com/] Follow us on Instagram:  @theartisticvisionpodcast @g_ball2 @alexsosler Check out CREO Arts: https://www.creoarts.org @creoarts.community Buy the Artistic Vision book here! https://wipfandstock.com/9781666760132/the-artistic-vision/ https://www.amazon.com/Artistic-Vision-Cultivating-Sacramental-Imagination/dp/1666760137/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gTOsrim0XMSOuyLOeIeqJHvXQlDWGE8BqOmNzY_TR90uoCegHsEhJBG77UwllpmqLDWKth27lBsmET7L6zvc7ICCVdmkwI33_NEQ_nhHaDv93pdCdMGQIktvJfX8bLqO7YjU6aVmNrGphfVU5ueCV0eG_qJJa9dRQBoebI1YbmZHOhyO178tlKdGbg4x2bjfLI0onx9-uhqzoCsc3lK_qwFOZDjVQwfqxeG4uzRbEpQ.yXgwTDxpCvj4B59DJmY1tcOwV7D8tMdtxas0EndXMCY&qid=1745002821&sr=8-1

Lanta Davis: "Exercising the Imagination: The Way Images Stamp our Souls"

In this episode of The Artistic Vision, Lanta Davis joins us to answer the question: can images shape belief? We dive into the role of the imagination in transforming our spiritual lives. Lanta discusses practical ways we exercise our imagination and expand our vision. Discover how images and stories help us see God’s beauty, awaken creativity, and renew our sense of wonder in the world. If you’re a Christian artist, creative, or storyteller, this conversation will inspire you to see your imagination as a sacred gift — one that can deepen your faith and sense of purpose. Join us as we explore the spiritual power of creativity and learn how to live with a richer, more intentional vision of life. Lanta Davis teaches Rhetoric and the Sacramental Imagination, What Is Beauty?, and Great Texts for the JWHC. She believes education is learning—over and over—the gift of wonder. Both outside and inside the classroom, she aims to help others see the world for the wild, wonderful, strange thing that it is.    Her book, Becoming by Beholding, considers the role of the imagination in spiritual and character formation. How do we become the person we are called to become? How do we align our emotions with our beliefs? How might beauty help persuade the heart to do what we ought to do? She has written for publications such as Christianity Today, Smithsonian Magazine, National Geographic, Plough, Parabola, Christian Century, Christ and Pop Culture, Christian Scholar’s Review, International Journal for Christianity and Education, Religions, and Renascence. Official website: lantadavis.com Buy Becoming By Beholding HERE [https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Beholding-Imagination-Spiritual-Formation/dp/1540966186?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Follow us on Instagram:  @theartisticvisionpodcast @g_ball2 @alexsosler Check out CREO Arts: https://www.creoarts.org @creoarts.community Buy the Artistic Vision book here! https://wipfandstock.com/9781666760132/the-artistic-vision/ https://www.amazon.com/Artistic-Vision-Cultivating-Sacramental-Imagination/dp/1666760137/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gTOsrim0XMSOuyLOeIeqJHvXQlDWGE8BqOmNzY_TR90uoCegHsEhJBG77UwllpmqLDWKth27lBsmET7L6zvc7ICCVdmkwI33_NEQ_nhHaDv93pdCdMGQIktvJfX8bLqO7YjU6aVmNrGphfVU5ueCV0eG_qJJa9dRQBoebI1YbmZHOhyO178tlKdGbg4x2bjfLI0onx9-uhqzoCsc3lK_qwFOZDjVQwfqxeG4uzRbEpQ.yXgwTDxpCvj4B59DJmY1tcOwV7D8tMdtxas0EndXMCY&qid=1745002821&sr=8-1