The Faithful Artist: A Vision for Evangelicalism and the Arts

The Faithful Artist: A Vision for Evangelicalism and the Arts (Studies in Theology and the Arts Series)

The tension between Christianity and the arts is often real. But it also offers a false dichotomy. Many Christian artists think that they must choose between their faith and their artistic calling. Drawing upon his experiences as both a Christian and a practicing artist, Cameron J. Anderson explores the dynamics of faith and art in this latest volume in IVP Academic's Studies in Theology and the Arts series. Tracing the relationship between evangelicalism and modern art in postwar Americaâ€•two entities that often found themselves at odds with each otherâ€•Anderson raises several issues that confront artists. With skill, sensitivity and insight, he considers questions such as the role of our bodies and our senses in our experience of the arts, the relationship between text and image, the persistent dangers of idolatry, the possibility of pursuing God through an encounter with beauty and more. Throughout this study, Anderson's principal concern is how Christian artists can faithfully pursue their vocational calling in contemporary culture. Readers will find here not only an informed and thoughtful response, but also a vision that offers guidance and hope.
Country USA
Brand IVP Academic
Manufacturer IVP Academic
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 095978
ReleaseDate 2016-10-10
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780830850648

The Faithful Artist: A Vision for Evangelicalism and the Arts (Studies in Theology and the Arts Series)