The Thriving Christian Artist

The Thriving Christian Artist

Author: Matt Tommey: Artist, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur and Artist Mentor Language: English Episodes: 578
For artists who feel their creative work is a spiritual calling, The Thriving Christian Artist offers a grounded conversation about merging that faith with a sustainable practice. Host Matt Tommey brings his perspective as a working artist, author, and mentor to discussions that tackle the real intersections of studio life and spiritual life. This podcast moves beyond theory, addressing the specific hurdles-like creative fear, financial uncertainty, and finding clarity in your purpose-that can stall an artist's journey. You'll hear from a variety of voices within the community, sharing stories of both struggle and breakthrough, all centered on building a resilient artistic life that feels both spiritually and professionally fulfilling. The aim is practical encouragement: how to cultivate a mindset rooted in your identity, develop effective business habits without burning out, and see your creativity as an integral part of a larger story. Tune in for honest talks that treat your art as both a ministry and a meaningful career, providing actionable steps to help you move forward with confidence and purpose.
Episodes
224 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Finding Your Unique Artistic Style [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:05
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered how to discover and cultivate your unique creative voice as an artist? Or more importantly, why this is even an important thing to do? It’s a question I get all the time, and this w…
223 - A Holy Hybrid: A Message from Matt Tommey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:46
Send us Fan MailBob Dylan said it best years ago, "the times they are a-changin." That was certainly true back in the 1960s, and it's certainly the case today. With all that's gone in the past year, it's easy to lose hop…
222 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Online Comments vs. Authentic Community [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:36
Send us Fan MailDo you ever feel overwhelmed at times with Instagram, Facebook, Tic Toc, Club House, Linked In and all of the different social media platforms that are out there? Part of me thinks they are a wonderful op…
221 - Chaos Can't: A Conversation with Allen Arnold [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:43
Send us Fan MailThis week I welcome back a frequent visitor to the podcast, Allen Arnold. Allen is back to talk about his new book, Chaos Can’t. In this episode, Allen shares the hopeful message that it's possible to rem…
220 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Overcoming the Fear of Stepping Out [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:23
Send us Fan MailSo many artists are being held back from their full potential because they are scared to step out and do something they’ve never done. Fear, anxiety, and self-doubt become a wall that blocks them from bei…
219 - Walking in Favor Revisited: A Conversation with Jan Tetsuatani [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:59
Send us Fan MailJan Tetsutani is no stranger to our podcast listeners. Hailing from the great state of Hawaii, Jan has been a long time member of my Created to Thrive Mentoring Program as well as our 2020 Spokesperson of…
218 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Knowing You're On the Right Track in 2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:26
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered how you can know if you are on the right track and following God’s best for your life? Well in my blog and in this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’ll be giving you a really simple…
217 - Sing with Colour Revisited: A Conversation with Kate Green [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:23
Send us Fan MailMy guest today is back for a return visit here to the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast. Kate Green as a fabulous painter from Great Britain who also happens to be a member of my Created to Thrive Mentori…
216 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Rebooting Your Life for 2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:39
Send us Fan MailSometimes in life, we just need a reboot. And after the year we all had in 2020, now is a great time to hit the reset button in life. If you’re ready for your reset, I’m going to be sharing some really pr…