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Embark on a profound journey through the depths of human emotion and spirituality in the updated anniversary edition ofRefractions by renowned artist Makoto Fujimura.
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.
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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"An artist with the craftsmanship and global appeal of Makoto Fujimura comes along all too rarely. Such an artist with a strong faith commitment who both inspires and leads other artists-now that's really rare. Mako is a fine writer. I learned and was provoked and frequently moved by these reflections that through Mako's eye have become unique refractions."
Philip Yancey, author of Where the Light Fell
"In these essays, Makoto Fujimura reveals himself to be an artist not only with pigments but also with words. His translucent prose warrants close, meditative reading to capture the subtle meanings refracted through its poetic lens."
Nancy Pearcey, professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University
"Like his art, Makoto Fujimura's essays harbor a depth of luminosity that requires and rewards patient contemplation. This collection is an important contribution to the conversation between faith and art and between art and our beautiful, broken world."
Andy Crouch, author of The Life We're Looking For