Profess Creatives Blog
Bold creatives professing faith in Jesus Christ through art.
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Hola, I’m Xandria, a vibrant Visual Designer and Spanish enthusiast, shaking up how Christians perceive and embrace art! With over a decade of creative exploration, I’ve danced between traditional and digital realms—painting, sculpting, illustrating, and filmmaking, among others. Join me on this exciting journey of rediscovering what it means to be a prophetic artist wholly devoted to Jesus Christ!
“Art is a international language, understood by all”
–Igor Babailov
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Blog Posts
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So you think you’re a prophetic artist… How many of these 10 signs do you resonate with?
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A short story of how I fell in love with Cuban art.
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Embrace the beauty of your creative journey, from overcoming comparison to celebrating growth. In this post I share a story of how I learned to push past the ‘ugly phase’ and appreciate every step of my evolution as a Christian artist.
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A prophetic artist’s journey isn’t just about art—it’s about communion with God. Through this spiritual intimacy, embrace your purpose and develop your craft with confidence, guided by the Holy Spirit.
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Exodus 35 shares insights on God’s divine call for prophetic artists, filling them with spiritual insight and creative skills. This holy calling demands good creative stewardship and a prophetic lifestyle that impacts both the church and professional realms and ultimately serves as worship to God.
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Your art has a divine purpose. As a prophetic artist, your storytelling and style resonate with a specific audience waiting to be captivated. Embrace your call and share your authentic creativity!
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It’s important to nurture your creative mindset throughout different seasons of your spiritual growth. ‘The Artist’s Way’ by Julia Cameron, though secular, offers valuable insight for creative growth. Prioritize rest, engage in creative exercises and most importantly, trust God’s guidance for your prophetic artistry.
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In moments of creative stagnation, frustration can mount. Patience is key, especially for prophetic artists reliant on divine inspiration from the Holy Spirit. Rather than rush, seek God’s timing, asking the right questions for solutions. Then trust in His pace for creative release!
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Idolatry isn’t just bowing to ancient statues; it’s elevating anything above God. Like Israel’s golden calf, prophetic artists can idolize their creative gifts. Recognize it, repent, and realign with the Holy Spirit’s guidance for your true creative expression!
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Prophetic artists face rejection that if left untreated can breed fear, self-doubt, and self-sabotage. They must heal to break free from rejection’s chains to fully embrace their prophetic and creative call.
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For prophetic artists, media detractions an be perilous. In this digital age, media consumes our hours, diverting focus from God. By “media fasting” artists declutter their minds, amplify their prophetic discernment and safeguard their creativity.
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