“You don’t choose the pigments, they choose you,” were words from artist, writer and speaker Makoto Fujimura speaking at Regent College Monday night. Makoto was speaking of his art and the beauty he creates in his art. He described his art as ultimately ...
Antonio and His Brothers
I remember be introduced to Antonio and his family about 15 years ago and I am amazed how many images are still so vivid from that first meeting. I remember Antonio’s Mother speaking so proudly of her family. I recall Antonio’s 2 brothers playing...
Finding Care in the Community
On the tip of her toes, with only her index finger resting on the side of the wheel, a young girl turned to her father and scrunched her face into a questioning smile; he nodded. As her heels came to rest upon the wet grass, with both hands now tightly pulled ...
Eddie
Eddie is known by many for his charm and outgoing personality. He is extremely friendly and can often be heard saying things like “Hello Beautiful!” and “Let’s talk for a minute” to people he meets throughout his day. These gifts were especially appr...
A Great Day in Vancouver
Definitely a “Great Day in Vancouver!” Over 75 people stopped by in Mount Pleasant Park this afternoon for free coffee and lemonade, and to paint, write or draw a story about their ‘Great Day in Vancouver!” So exciting to be a part of 1...
Working Together
It is always a fun privilege to work with Aaron Johannes, and even better when Liz Etmanski is along! This past weekend, we shared about asset based community connecting and the Building Caring Communities initiative with the CLBC Community Council conference ...
Community is a Playground
The community is an immense playground for us to share our gifts. Fred “joy” Joval shares his art and humor in a park nearby. Fred had beautifully decorated a tree with an announcement of his lost obese purple cat with pink stripes and yellow eyeballs. I w...
Appreciating Gifts on Vancouver Transit
Twelve people get off a crowded Vancouver bus. Two of the people say, “Thanks Driver!” as they exit. I ask the driver how many times a day this happens, and he said it depends on the route, but if one person does it, usually more do. I ask him, “Does it ...
Painting a Community
“Let’s get this whole province painting!” was the theme of an outdoor painting challenge this past weekend by Opus Arts. The event welcomed artists of all ages and levels of skill and encouraged participants to try something new. For some that was wo...