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Photos
Click to view photos of the conference!
- Photographers:
- Joyce Lee
- Adam Tyson
- Alissa Wilkinson
- Ira Lippke
- Ruth Meharg If you would like to submit images to post in the galleries, please email web-ready images to submissions@iamny.org.
Announcements
"Breaking Ground" discussion by Daniel Libeskind
Master Architect of Ground Zero speaks about his original plans for the 9/11 World Trade Memorial & the challenges of breaking ground.
Friday, February 23, 2007 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Libeskind will speak at 10:30 am)
Rob Mathes & Friends in concert
Band including: Billy Masters on Guitar, Shawn Pelton on Drums, Will Lee on Bass, Chris Coogan on Keyboards, Jeff Kievit in the Horn Section (including Tony Kadleck, Birch Johnson, Andy Snitzer, David Mann, and George Flynn). Vaneese Thomas and Ian Cron on Vocals. Kelley McRae will be the opener.
Friday, February 23, 2007 at 8:45 pm
"Being a Child of the Creative Age" Family Time* led by Paula Dubill
FREE for Kids! (a la carte price for parents)
Saturday, February 24, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Paula has worked with Youth With A Mission since 1987; has a BFA and MFA in printmaking, and have been teaching for 25 years. She's worked with Vietnamese Boatpeople, gang members (children thru adults) in South Africa, and also trained government professors in Albania and Sierra Leone, and artist missionaries in South Africa and Hawaii.
*Any children of attendees, ages 6 and up, are welcome to attend a creative visual session based on affirmations from Psalm 139. We will use a variety of drawing materials to design and draw an art piece which celebrates our uniqueness as individuals, specially created by God. Anyone can participate, regardless of ability. Children need to be well-behaved and focused to participate.
Presenters
- Presenters include:
- Jeremy Begbie
Associate Principal of Ridley Hall, University of Cambridge; an Affiliated Lecturer in the Faculty of Divinity, Cambridge; founder and director of the international research project, "Theology Through the Arts," and author of Voicing Creation's Praise: Towards a Theology of the Arts - Daniel Libeskind
Master designer of Ground Zero, first Cultural Ambassador for Architecture by the U.S. Department of State - Karen Goodwin
Executive Broadway Producer of Les Miserables, Miss Saigon, and others - Rob Mathes
Nationally-renowned music director and a multi-faceted performer - Karin Coonrod
Director with American Repertory Theater - Susie Ibarra
Percussionist, composer, improviser - David Hegeman
Author of Plowing in Hope: Toward a Biblical Theology of Culture - William Edgar
Department chair & professor of apologetics at Westminster Theological Seminary - Joshua Trent
Chief of Staff - Office of Refugee Resettlement (U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services) - Moderator: Dick Staub
Broadcaster, writer and public speaker
A diverse range of artistic disciplines will be represented,
including a juried art exhibition and music showcase for attendees.
A variety of workshops will be offered on both Friday and Saturday afternoons.
Conference Press Release
REDEMPTIVE CULTURE: Creating the World That Ought To Be
International Arts Movement gears up for 2007 Conference February 22nd to 24th, 2007
(New York City, NY) – “IAM conferences are the best venue I know of where artists immersed in everyday life can reflect on God and human flourishing . . .”
Artists and creative professionals from around the world will gather at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center of the Borough of Manhattan Community College for the 2007 Annual International Arts Movement (IAM) Conference. This year’s theme “Redemptive Culture: Creating the World that Ought to Be” will explore how to engage culture that is, and ultimately create a world that is good, true & beautiful. With last year’s conference a smashing success, IAM strives to foster regional development at this year’s event. Patricia Heaton, Emmy-winning actress, Everybody Loves Raymond and presenter at last year’s conference comments, “IAM is a great way to meet other artists from around the country and get to know how they are using their gifts..."
The keynote speaker will be musician and theologian, Jeremy Begbie, the Associate Principal of Ridley Hall at University of Cambridge and director of the international research project, "Theology Through the Arts." Famed local New Yorker, Daniel Libeskind, master designer of Ground Zero and the first Cultural Ambassador for Architecture appointed by the U.S. Department of State will speak on “Breaking Ground” and his original architectural plans for the 9/11 World Trade Memorial. Dick Staub, broadcaster, writer and public speaker will moderate the conference. See Rob Mathes in concert, Susie Ibarra, and various other performing artists!
Lectures and workshops will be paired with portfolio salons, medieval mystery plays and much more. Notable speakers also include Karen Goodwin, Executive Broadway Producer of Les Miserables and Miss Saigon; Karin Coonrod, Director with American Repertory Theater; and William Edgar, Department Chair & Professor of Apologetics at Westminster Theological Seminary. Take a tour of Ground Zero with a chaplain from the 9/11 tragedy, see the latest art at the Chelsea galleries tour or the Museum of Biblical Art tours, connect with artists from around the world at the IAM Café, and view the conference art exhibition juried by James Elaine (Curator, Hammer Museum of UCLA, CA) and Josie Browne (Director, Max Protetch Gallery in Chelsea, NYC).
Please see www.iamny.org for registration information and complete conference details!
International Arts Movement is a 501(c)3 non-profit arts organization that inspires artists and creative catalysts to engage the culture that is, and create the world that ought to be – wrestling with the deep questions of humanity, faith, and culture.
If you would like more information about the conference, visit www.iamny.org for complete details, email conference@iamny.org or call (212) 229-7500 with questions.
Tentative Conference Schedule
Thursday, February 22rd| Time | Event | Venue |
| 5:00 - 7:00 pm | Art Exhibition Reception (coincides with check-in & registration) | Theater 1 Breezeway |
| 7:00 - 7:15 pm | Vignette 1: Medieval Mystery Play by Karin Coonrod & Co. | Theater 1 |
| 7:20 - 7:30 pm | Introduction and Invocation by Ian Cron | " |
| 7:35 - 8:35 pm | Plenary 1: Dick Staub, Mako Fujimura, Gordon Pennington, and Joshua Trent | " |
| 8:40 - 9:35 pm | Plenary 2: “Christianity and World Culture Origins” by Roberta Ahmansan | " |
Friday, February 23th
| Time | Event | Venue |
| 9:00 - 9:25 am | Morning Devotional by Matt Heard | Theater 1 |
| 9:30 - 9:50 am | Vignette 2: Jerry & Gloria Jean Pinkney | " |
| 9:55 - 10:25 am | Vignette 3: Susie Ibarra & Makoto Fujimura | " |
| 10:30 - 11:45 am | Plenary 3: “Breaking Ground” by Daniel Libeskind | " |
| 11:45 am - 1:45 pm | Lunch Break | Lower Manhattan |
| 2:00 - 3:30 pm | Workshop A: Community-oriented workshops | Various classrooms |
| 3:45 - 5:15 pm | Workshop B: Issue-oriented workshops | " |
| 5:25 - 7:10 pm | Dinner Break | Lower Manhattan |
| 7:15 - 8:30 pm | Key Note 1: Jeremy Begbie | Theater 1 |
| 8:45 - 10:30 pm | Public Concert: Rob Mathes & Friends | " |
Saturday, February 24th
| Time | Event | Venue |
| 9:00 - 9:25 am | Morning Devotional by Sam Andreades | Theater 1 |
| 9:30 - 9:45 am | Vignette 4: Medieval Mystery Play by Karin Coonrod | " |
| 9:50 - 10:45 am | Plenary 4: Karen Goodwin | " |
| 10:50 - 11:45 am | Plenary 5: "Redemptive Culture: Being a Child of the Creative Age" by Makoto Fujimura * | " |
| 11:45 am - 1:45 pm | Lunch Break | Lower Manhattan |
| 2:00 - 3:30 pm | Workshop A: Community-oriented workshops | Various classrooms |
| 3:45 - 5:15 pm | Workshop B: Issue-oriented workshops | " |
| 5:25 - 7:25 pm | Dinner Break | Lower Manhattan |
| 7:15 - 7:25 pm | Vignette 5: Medieval Mystery Play by Karin Coonrod | Theater 1 |
| 7:30 - 8:45 pm | Key Note 2: Jeremy Begbie | " |
| 8:50 - 9:00 pm | Vignette 6: Vissi Dance | " |
| 9:05 - 10:00 pm | Closing Ceremonies & Closing Remarks by Ian Cron and Partnership Council | " |
Workshops
2 workshops are provided each afternoon Friday 2/23/07 and Saturday 2/24/07. "A" workshops are community-oriented and scheduled for the first half of the afternoon, and "B" workshops issue-oriented for the second half. Registrants select 1 workshop each from A and B offerings (two per day) on each afternoon (four total). Please note we cannot accommodate workshop selection changes at this time, so choose carefully. If enrollment permits, we will take workshop change requests closer to the conference.| Name | Facilitator | Description |
| Workshop A - Friday, 2:00-3:30 pm | ||
| Michael Leary | Join a Chaplain from the 9/11 tragedy to hear his personal experience of that world-changing event. Workshop will meet at 1:30pm to be divided into smaller groups & commute to Ground Zero together. Workshop will convene for Michael’s group discussion afterwards. | |
| Graduate Panel | Dayton Castleman, Joey Tomassoni, Nathan Smith, etc | Applying to or interested in an arts graduate program? Join this panel of graduate students & graduates to discuss issues of studying and developing your discipline at a graduate level in an academic setting. |
| Musicians' Salon | Ian Cron, Bryan Horvath & various guests | Candid conversation with a panel of musicians about life in the music industry. Join singer/pastor Ian Cron to hear & dialogue about his journey as a musician. |
| Portfolio Salon | Jerry Pinkney, Jered Sprecher, Teressa Valla | This casual & interactive workshop provides the opportunity to receive feedback on your visual artwork from working artists. (Please bring your portfolio or reproductions of your work with you and be prepared to seek feedback. Do NOT bring slides unless you provide your own slide projector.) |
| Cafe IAM | YOU! (Facilitator: Kirk Irwin) | Looking for some time to meet and just hang out with other attendees? Is the pace of the conference too hectic for you? This social networking time is for you! Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards & postcard size materials (or smaller) about their work or organization to share . . . |
| Biblical Art in a Secular Century (1896-1993) | Dolores Destefano | Join us for a special tour of the "Biblical Art in a Secular Century" Exhibition at the Museum of Biblical Art (affiliated with the American Bible Society). We will view 30 works that show us regardless of the artists relationship with the Biblical text, Biblical art is part of the story of modern art. Group will meet at 1:30pm to commute to the museum at Columbus Circle together. |
| No Workshop | n/a | Please note if you opt out of selecting a workshop, your spot cannot be reclaimed and your workshop fee will not be refunded. |
| Chelsea Art Tour | Merrily Kerr | Join Merrily Kerr, New York based art critic and writer on a walking tour of Chelsea's contemporary art galleries. Merrily, a contributer to magazines including Time Out New York, Art on Paper and Flash Art and the founder of 'Merrily Kerr New York Art Tours,' will lead you straight to the most talked about art of the moment. Workshop will meet at 1:30pm to commute to Chelsea together. |
| Culture and Your Calling | William Edgar | A biblical basis for cultural calling. We will study the "cultural mandate" in its various phases. We will offer a gentle critique of schools of thought which (1) minimize culture or see it as a prelude to evangelism, and (2) maximize culture as though no redemption were necessary. How does apologetics inform our cultural calling and the Lordship of Christ over every realm. Practical examples will be given. |
| Regional IAM Leaders | Matson Duncan, Tasha & Monica Lopez de Victoria, etc | If you are interested in starting a regional chapter of IAM in your hometown, sign up to hear basic guidelines for leadership, members meetings, and planning support and programming. Meet other regional leaders and share ideas! |
| Workshop B - Friday 3:45-5:15 pm | ||
| What does "Redeeming Culture" mean? | David Hegeman | Join author of Plowing in Hope: Toward a Biblical Theology of Culture to discuss a brief overview of the biblical vision of culture in its protological, soteriological and eschatelogical aspects; an historical example of redeeming culture; and some lessons for us today. |
| Culture and Your Calling | William Edgar | A biblical basis for cultural calling. We will study the "cultural mandate" in its various phases. We will offer a gentle critique of schools of thought which (1) minimize culture or see it as a prelude to evangelism, and (2) maximize culture as though no redemption were necessary. How does apologetics inform our cultural calling and the Lordship of Christ over every realm. Practical examples will be given. |
| Responding to Cultural Crises | Michael Itkoff, Joshua Trent, Aaron Collier | Come explore social justice issues with a former White House Staff member, Katrina Survivor and the founder of Daylight Magazine a biannual documentary photography magazine. Topics covered will include: Refugee resettlement, Victims of Torture/Trafficking, Recovery from Katrina, federal and faith-based partnerships to deliver social services to ‘the least of these, and the increasing ability of citizens to represent themselves in the media. |
| Pastor's Roundtable: Creating a Culturally Redemptive Church | Kirk van der Swaagh, Vernon Rainwater, Ian Cron, Matt Heard | How should the local church be redeeming the culture? What is the church's relationship to the arts? Does our theology pave the way for an arts-affirming stance in our worship and practice? How do we love God while avoiding both worldliness and isolationism? These questions will be explored by participants and pastors. |
| Art, Media & Propaganda in Postmodern Culture | Gordon Pennington & Scott Harrison | How does the pervasive presence of media and technology impact the formation of contemporary culture? What is the significance of art and artists today? Will pop culture eclipse high culture? Will commercial fascination with celebrity incite the demise of the transcendent? What would a modern Renaissance look like? Join us to find out how your life and work make a difference... |
| Shape of Things to Come: Human Flourishing and the Arts | David Mahan, Greg Ganssle (Rivendell Institute) | Using human flourishing as a paradigm for redemption, this workshop will consider what conditions are necessary for this to come about and how the arts may contribute to or embody flourishing in a broken world. |
| Journey of an Artist | Chris Anderson | Chris Anderson is a painter, college teacher, exhibiting professional, and award-winning artist based in NYC. Especially geared to college students, this workshop looks at the journey of the artist and how it relates with issues of faith; and is designed to help those who are considering a professional career in the arts or graduate school. |
| Biblical Art in a Secular Century (1896-1993) | Dolores Destefano | Join us for a special tour of the "Biblical Art in a Secular Century" Exhibition at the Museum of Biblical Art (affiliated with the American Bible Society). We will view 30 works that show us regardless of the artists relationship with the Biblical text, Biblical art is part of the story of modern art. Group will meet at 3:15pm to commute to the museum at Columbus Circle together. |
| No Workshop | n/a | Please note if you opt out of selecting a workshop, your spot cannot be reclaimed and your workshop fee will not be refunded. |
| Workshop A - Saturday, 2:00-3:30 pm | ||
| "Ground Zero" Lower Manhattan Tour | Michael Leary | Join a Chaplain from the 9/11 tragedy to hear his personal experience of that world-changing event. Workshop will meet at 1:30pm to be divided into smaller groups & commute to Ground Zero together. Workshop will convene for Michael’s group discussion afterwards. |
| Creative Professionals Panel | John Silvis, Ryann Cooley, Beth Adams, Chris Anderson | Join local working creative professionals from NYC to discuss the challenges of the Monday-Friday working life for people involved in the arts. Ask Qs for practical tips on survival such as portfolio presentation, agents/representation, touring, exhibitions, selling, and more. |
| Regional IAM Leaders | Matson Duncan, Tasha & Monica Lopez de Victoria, etc | If you are interested in starting a regional chapter of IAM in your hometown, sign up to hear basic guidelines for leadership, members meetings, and planning support and programming. Meet other regional leaders and share ideas! |
| Portfolio Salon | Jerry Pinkney, Jered Sprecher, Teressa Valla | This casual & interactive workshop provides the opportunity to receive feedback on your visual artwork from working artists. (Please bring your portfolio or reproductions of your work with you and be prepared to seek feedback. Do NOT bring slides unless you provide your own slide projector.) |
| Cafe IAM | YOU! (Facilitator: Kirk Irwin) | Looking for some time to meet and just hang out with other attendees? Is the pace of the conference too hectic for you? This social networking time is for you! Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards & postcard size materials (or smaller) about their work or organization to share . . . |
| Musicians' Salon | Ian Cron, Bryan Horvath & various guests | Candid conversation with a panel of musicians about life in the music industry. Join singer/pastor Ian Cron to hear & dialogue about his journey as a musician. |
| No Workshop | n/a | Please note if you opt out of selecting a workshop, your spot cannot be reclaimed and your workshop fee will not be refunded. |
| Dynamics of Cultural Change | William Edgar | The dynamics of cultural change. We will study the heart of change, and the way in which apologetics helps decide where to engage, and where to oppose. Examples taken from various cultural phenomena, including popular culture. |
| Workshop B - Saturday 3:45-5:15 pm | ||
| What does "Redeeming Culture" mean? | David Hegeman | Join author of Plowing in Hope: Toward a Biblical Theology of Culture to discuss a brief overview of the biblical vision of culture in its protological, soteriological and eschatelogical aspects; an historical example of redeeming culture; and some lessons for us today. |
| Dynamics of Cultural Change | William Edgar | The dynamics of cultural change. We will study the heart of change, and the way in which apologetics helps decide where to engage, and where to oppose. Examples taken from various cultural phenomena, including popular culture. |
| Responding to Cultural Crises | Michael Itkoff, Joshua Trent, Aaron Collier | Come explore social justice issues with a former White House Staff member, Katrina Survivor and the founder of Daylight Magazine a biannual documentary photography magazine. Topics covered will include: Refugee resettlement, Victims of Torture/Trafficking, Recovery from Katrina, federal and faith-based partnerships to deliver social services to ‘the least of these , and the increasing ability of citizens to represent themselves in the media. |
| Pastor's Roundtable: Making the Church a Haven to Artists | Vernon Rainwater, Kirk van der Swaagh, Ian Cron, Matt Heard, Sam Andreades | Attendees will explore various issues involved in how the church can create a safe haven where artists are affirmed in their God-given talents. Pastors will discuss how the local church can work together to provide resources and a home to artists. They will also discuss what keeps many artists away from the church and how to address the inner life of the artist. |
| Theater Workshop: | Nigel Goodwin, Karin Coonrod | Holding a machete in thick woods... Calling all actors, directors and facilitators for the theater! ...A workshop for theater artists of all kinds interested (or not interested) in excellence and paradigm shifts. |
| Shapes of Things to Come: Human Flourishing and the Arts | David Mahan, Greg Ganssle (Rivendell Institute) | Using human flourishing as a paradigm for redemption, this workshop will consider what conditions are necessary for this to come about and how the arts may contribute to or embody flourishing in a broken world. |
| Journey of an Artist | Chris Anderson | Chris Anderson is a painter, college teacher, exhibiting professional, and award-winning artist based in NYC. Especially geared to college students, this workshop looks at the journey of the artist and how it relates with issues of faith; and is designed to help those who are considering a professional career in the arts or graduate school. |
| No Workshop | n/a | Please note if you opt out of selecting a workshop, your spot cannot be reclaimed and your workshop fee will not be refunded. |
Juried Opportunities
Concurrent with the conference, IAM is hosting a Juried Art Exhibition "The World that Ought to Be" as well as a NEW Juried Music Competition! Once you have registered and paid, you will receive a confirmation email with specific submission instructions. Only PAID registrants can submit entries.
JURIED ART: Honors and cash prizes of 3 "Distinguished Artists" and 1 "Best of Show" will be announced at the conference. Entries must be submitted via email electronically by January 31 February 4, 2007, so register now! Selected artists will be notified 2 weeks prior to conference with further details. If you are selected, you MUST arrive early to NYC to help hang the show on Thursday morning, February 22nd (or send someone with your work to help in your place).
JURIED MUSIC: A new addition to the 2007 conference! The juried winner will play a 30-minute opening set for the Rob Mathes band's public concert on Friday, February 23rd, 2007 at 8:30pm. Concert will be held at Theater 1 of the Tribeca Performing Arts Center (seats 900+ people). Winner will also receive a multi-track recording of their live performance that evening. Entries must be submitted via email electronically by January 31, 2007 February 4, 2007, so register now! Selected artists will be notified 2 weeks prior to conference with further details. If you are selected, you MUST arrive early to NYC on Friday morning, February 23rd for a sound check and run-through.
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