Refractions: A Journey of Faith, Art, and Culture 15th Anniversary Edition
About this ebook
This timeless collection of reflective essays invites you to explore themes of grief, loss, tragedy, and disruption through the eyes of an artist's soul. Originally conceived in the shadow of the fallen twin towers of the World Trade Center, near where Fujimura's New York art studio stood, this anniversary edition includes new essays unpacking the author's further insights into his concepts of culture care and a theology of making. Refractions carries the weight of history and the urgency of the moment, illuminating beauty, healing, and hope. A gift for any artist or supporter of the arts, Refractions connects faith, art, and life, offering insight into
- healing with the wisdom and perspective of a leading contemporary artist and follower of Jesus,
- making beauty from ashes, and
- the gospel as a message as breathtaking and intricate as the lives it touches.
In a world marred by violence and despair, Fujimura guides you toward a deep understanding of life's intricate tapestry, where beauty emerges from unexpected places, and healing finds its roots in the goodness of God and human resilience.
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About the author
Makoto Fujimura is a world-renowned artist whose process driven, refractive "slow art" has been described by David Brooks in The New York Times as "a small rebellion against the quickening of time." Fujimura's unique fusion of contemplative art and expressionism is credited to his bicultural arts education. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bucknell University, then studied traditional Japanese painting at Tokyo University of the Arts. He is a recipient of 2023 Kuyper Prize for Excellence in Reformed Theology and Public Life.
