The Thriving Christian Artist

In this episode, Matt sits down with Brian Chung & Bryan Ye-Chung, co-founders of Alabaster Co, to explore the intersection of creativity, beauty, and faith. Brain and Bryan believe that the only way to experience God through creativity is to make things, and that’s what they do. Alabaster produces The Bible Beautiful, The Notebook, Readings, and more. For more information on Alabaster and what they do, check them out at www..alabasterco.com and @alabasterco on Facebook and  @alabaster_co on InstagramConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Got Questions? We Have Answers I’ve kicked off a new feature here on the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, The 5-Minute Mentor. This is where I take 5 minutes or so to answer your questions about your art, business or spiritual life.I’ll be answering a ne

In this episode, I tackle a question I get asked all the time, How can I know God’s Plan for my Life and Art?Please Note: The resource mentioned in this episode is no longer available for purchase. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.htmlGot Questions? Get Answers! I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If this Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way you’ll never miss an episode.Secondly, take a few minutes and leave a review for an episode or the entire series. This will help us get the word out others about this series.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet e

In this episode, Matt has a great conversation with artist, mentor, and intercessor, Kathleen Colussy about how she uses art, travel and intercession to make the kingdom of God evident on the earth today!You can connect with Kathleen online at www.kathleencolussy.com and @artfashiontravel on Instagram, and @KathleenColussy on Facebook.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Got Questions? We Have Answers I’ve kicked off a new feature here on the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, The 5-Minute Mentor. This is where I take 5 minutes or so to answer your questions about your art, business or spiritual life.I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message b

In this episode, I answer a great question from Rachel, a member of my Created To Thrive Mentoring Group. She wanted to know how to live out of a place of expectancy instead of a place of expectation?I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If this Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way you’ll never miss an episode.Secondly, take a few minutes and leave a review for an episode or the entire series. This will help us get the word out others about this series.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethriv

In this episode, Matt has a conversation with best-selling author and serial entrepreneur, Jordan Raynor on what it means to see your creative vocation as a work of service to both God and others. They discuss the common disconnect artists often feel with the Church and how people in every area of culture can tap into the creative nature of God.For more information on Jordan, visit http://www.JordanRaynor.com and at http://www.praxislabs.org, the website he mentioned on Redemptive Entrepreneurship.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Got Questions? We Have Answer’s I’ve kicked off a new feature here on the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, The 5-Minute Mentor. This is where I take 5 minutes or so to answer your questions about your art, business or spiritual life.I’ll be answering a new ques

In this episode, I answer a question from one of my listeners, Monique, on how she should tithe on the income she gets from creating and selling art.I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If this Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way you’ll never miss an episode.Secondly, take a few minutes and leave a review for an episode or the entire series. This will help us get the word out others about this series.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

In this episode, Matt chats with artist, Brian Peterson. Brian founded Faces of Santa Ann,  a non- profit organization that seeks to befriend and paint portraits of the homeless community in Santa Ana, CA. Then they sell the artwork and use proceeds to help in rehabilitating their newfound friends. In this interview, Brian shares a bit on his journey and what led him to his passion project with the homeless community.To connect with Brian and learn more about the incredible work they are doing, visit www.facesofsantaanacom and on Facebook and Instagram @FacesofSantaAnaConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Got Questions? We Have Answer’s I’ve kicked off a new feature here on the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, The 5-Minute Mentor. This is where I take 5 minutes or so to answer your questions

In this episode, I answer a pair of question from both Irene and Mary on, How to narrow down and find my unique artistic focus.I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If this Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way you’ll never miss an episode.Secondly, take a few minutes and leave a review for an episode or the entire series. This will help us get the word out others about this series.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

In this episode, Matt speaks with Swiss artist and influencer Ruth Truttmann about her journey as a prophetic artist and understanding God’s desire to release transformation through her life and art. They also discuss the conference Ruth started in Switzerland called Visual Voice, which is a prophetic art conference designed to encourage and equip creatives around Europe.For more information on the Visual Voice Conference, visit https://visual-voice.ch/en or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/VisualVoice2019Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Got Questions? We Have Answers I’ve kicked off a new feature here on the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, The 5-Minute Mentor. This is where I take 5 minutes or so to answer your questions about your art, business or spiritual life.I’ll be answer

In this episode, I answer the timeless question, How do I tell if I’m on the right track and if I’m not how does God confirm that for me? I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If this Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way you’ll never miss an episode.Secondly, take a few minutes and leave a review for an episode or the entire series. This will help us get the word out others about this series.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

In this episode, Matt chats with artist, Gina Hurry who is both an amazing painter as well as the founder and executive director of InSpero. Inspero is a non-profit organization that exists to support the growth of creative community in and around the Birmingham Alabama area.To connect with Gina and what she’s doing, visit www.ginahurry.com & http://www.inspero.org and @GinaHurryArt on Facebook and @GinaHurry on InstagramConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Got Questions? We Have Answer’s I’ve kicked off a new feature here on the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, The 5-Minute Mentor. This is where I take 5 minutes or so to answer your questions about your art, business or spiritual life.I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer o

54 – The 5-Minute Mentor: Is it OK To Sell Art That God Inspired Your To Create?In this episode, I answer a question from Miriam, one of our Thriving Christian Artists Facebook Group Members: Is it OK for me to sell art that God inspired me to create? I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

53 – Finding Authenticity: A Conversation with Singer Songwriter Bryan Morykon  For release on 4/14/2019In this episode, Matt has a conversation with singer songwriter, Brian Morykon about his life, his faith, and his journey as an artist. For more information on Brian and his music, visit www.Morykon.com and @BrianMorykon on Facebook and @Morykon on TwitterConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Got Questions? We Have Answer’s I’ve kicked off a new feature here on the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, The 5-Minute Mentor. This is where I take 5 minutes or so to answer your questions about your art, business or spiritual life.I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you c

In this episode of the 5-Minute Mentor, I answer the question about whether or not you need a contract when selling art or commissions to your clients. A big thanks to Dawn Paul for submitting this week’s question.Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcastI’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If this Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way you’ll never miss an episode.Secondly, take a few minutes and leave a review for an episode or the entire series. This will help us get the word out others about this series.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encourage

In this episode, I chat with Ashley Rogers, She is the founder and director of Created Ministry which started in 2015 with the heart to connect people with the heart of God through the creative arts. Ashley has recently released a new book and in this episode she shares a piece of her own journey of healing through the arts.You can find Ashely’s new book on Amazon clicking right here For more information on Ashely, visit www.createdministry.com and @Createdministry on Facebook and InstagramConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

In this episode, I kick off a new feature here on the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, 5-Minute Mentoring. This is where I take 5 minutes or so to answer your questions about your art, business or spiritual life. Listen in as I answer the question, How do I get people to my art opening? You Have Questions, I Have AnswersI’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode, I need to hear from you.  Click Here and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way you’ll never miss an episode.Secondly, take a few minutes and leave a review for an episode or the entire series. This will help us get the word out others about this series.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thet

In this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist, I share the part two of my message series on what it means to be an artist in the Kingdom of God. In this message, I explore the curse of the “starving artist” and how you can overcome the lies of the enemy while exploring the Truth about Your Provision, Performance and Power as a son or daughter of God.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

In this bonus episode, Matt Tommey talks about how to recognize if you're a "real artist" and how to grow that gift that God put inside of you through participating in the 2019 Created to Thrive Experience Course.Registration for the course ends Saturday, April 27th at Midnight EST but there's still time to get all the details and register here: https://matttommeymentoring.mykajabi.com/2019cttecourselaunchgp Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

In this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist, I share the part one of my message series on what it means to be an artist in the Kingdom of God. In this message, I explore the curse of the “starving artist” and how you can overcome the lies of the enemy while exploring the Truth about Your Provision, Performance and Power as a son or daughter of God.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

In this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast, I talk with Painter and Teacher, Bryn Gillette.  Bryn shares his journey of overcoming and finding his identity as both a Kingdom Artist and a High School Art Teacher. You can connect with Bryn online at www.bryngillette.com and on Facebook @artbybryn and Instagram @BryngilletteConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/