FESTIVALS
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1st ANNUAL SURREY CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL - June 2, 3, 4 - Surrey Arts Centre & Bear Creek Park - Feb 28, 2005
Annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival - Sept02-06
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival - Vancouver - July 1, 2004
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival - June 26, 2006
BC Festival of the Arts
BC Festival of the Arts Reborn - Oct 30, 2004
Canadian Heritage Film Festival - Feb 11, 2005
Chemainus Theatre Festival
CHILLIWACK CHRISTIAN ARTS FESTIVAL - Feb 28, 2005
Festivals - Vancouver - http://www.tourismvancouver.com/visitors/things_to_do/category.list.php?category=1883
http://www.foundlocally.com/Vancouver/Entertainment/FestivalsList.htm
Manifest Arts Festival 2004 - Vancouver - Nov 12-14, 2004 (June 1, 2004 edition of newsletter)
Festival Vancouver - July 30, 2004
FREE BRAZILIAN PERCUSSION WORKSHOP - March 3, 2006 - Feb21, 2006
FREE PERCUSSION WORKSHOP FOR KIDS - March 4, 2006 - Feb21, 2006
HARRISON FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS will be held July 8 -16, 2006 - Jan 23, 2006
Israeli Festival Songs -
Kelowna Clay Festival -
NEW MUSIC WEST FESTIVAL - Vancouver - artist submissions are open now - Jan 7, 2006
Reel Fast Film Festival
Sacred World Music Festival - August 15, 2003
See Grace Fly - screening at the Vancouver Film Festival - Sept 15, 2003
SHARON HUGET ART EXHIBIT - feb21, 2006
The Vancouver Folk Music Festival - June 26, 2006
Vancouver Doxumentary Film & Video Festival - Sept02-06
Vancouver International Jazz Festival - July 1, 2004
Vancouver International Film Festival - Sept 29 - Oct 14 - Sept 24, 2005
Verge Arts Series, Trinity Western University - Feb21, 2006
WORLDWIDE ARTS PRAYER DAYS - Mar. 24-26. Feb21, 2006 see www.artsprayer.typepad.com for details of this exciting initiative.

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FIBRE ARTS
Fibre Arts Resource Website
Persian Rugs 70% off at Guildford Mall till Aug 20!! - amazing deals!! - Aug11-06
Resources re Carpets/Rugs (international)
The Issachar Line - Embroidered Art -
Weaving/Spinning Guilds in the Lower Mainland - Nov10, 2005

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FINANCES
TAX TREATMENT EQUIVALENT for NOT FOR PROFIT ARTS GROUPS

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FORUMS for ARTISTS
Artists and Criticism
Artists and 'Honesty'
The Artist's Compulsion

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GALLERIES
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Getting Your Submission Portfolio Ready - Jan 23, 2006 - From Surrey Art Gallery
Kelowna Art Gallery
Kamloops Art Gallery - Tradition and Innovation in 20th Century Chinese Paintings - June 11 to September 3, 2006 - June 26, 2006
Lookout Gallery - Regent College - August 15, 2003
Opening An Art Gallery
"The Drift" Art Exhibits
The Glory Zone - Dec12-05
Vancouver Art Gallery - http://www.clubzone.com/c/Vancouver/Art_Gallery/Vancouver_Art_Gallery.html
VIEW GALLERY - Barb Bowen - Creator and Curator of the View Gallery - Feb21, 2006

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GARBAGE CAN ART
GARBAGE CAN ART Contest & Auction -- Visual Artists Needed - Aug 25, 2005

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GARDENS

ART-FULL FRIDAYS at VanDusen Botanical Gardens - Aug 25, 2005
TANGLEBANK COUNTRY GARDENS. Abbotsford

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GODLY CHARACTER
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Francis Schaeffer's Perspectives on the Arts - August 30, 2003
Are You in A Spiritual Wilderness? Resources to Encourage You on Your Journey - August 30, 2003
Ministry Standards For Artistic Kingdom Servants - Byron Spradlin - Sept 15, 2003
The Arts: A Biblical Framework - Colin Harbinson - cassette series - July 31, 2003
The Artist: A Spiritual Foundation - Colin Harbinson - cassette series - July 31, 2003
THE CRUCIBLE - training for musicians and artists (Nashville) - Nov10, 2005
The Heart of the Artist - Rory Noland - book - June 30, 2003
The Minstrel Series - Ray Hughes - cassette series - July 15, 2003
The Process of Seeing Our Visions Becoming Reality - August 30, 2003

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GOD THE ARTIST
Another Glimpse of God the Artist: Romans 1 - Aug 15, 2003
A Picture of God's Heart as the Artist - Sept30, 2004
God is an Artist - Marlene Dickson, YWAM - June 6, 2003

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GRANTS & FOUNDATIONS / FUNDING etc.
Affordable Housing For Seniors in the Arts - Jan 7, 2006
Arts Assistance Grant Program - Mar15, 2004
Arts Proposal Writing Basics -
CALVIN COLLEGE WORSHIP GRANTS
Canadian Art Foundation
Canadian Arts Funders Forum
Canadian Grantmakers in the Arts
CANADIAN SUBSIDY DIRECTORY - Year 2004 Edition
The new revised edition of the Canadian Subsidy Directory 2004 is now available. It is a complete and affordable reference for those looking for financial support, listing loans, grants and subsidies available through government departments and agencies, foundations, groups, organizations and associations. To obtain a copy please call Canadian Publications 866-322-3376.
Capital Grants - Jan 7, 2006
Celebration Grants Program - Jan 7, 2006
Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation - Jan 23, 2006
Endowments and Prizes - Canadian - Apr1, 2oo4
FEDERAL PROVINCIAL SUBSIDIES - The Canadian Subsidy Directory 2004 - May 14, 2004
Full Scholarships for Digital Media Production - June 1, 2004
Funding & Financial Support -
GRANTS FOR MINISTRY
Grant Programs - Canada - Apr1, 2004
Helping Ministries Raise Funds - Steven Gray - Apr1, 2004
John Templeton Foundation Kairos Prize for Spiritually Uplifting Screenplays for first-time screenwriters - Dec12-05
Potential Canadian Arts/Multicultural Financial Support programs - Apr1, 2004
http://www.pch.gc.ca/pc-ch/financ/index_e.cfm
http://www.pch.gc.ca/progs/arts/index_e.cfm
Judy Dennis Emerging Artists Training Fund - Feb 11, 2005
The Kuyper Foundation: - promoting a renaissance of Christian culture
Theatre Rental Grants - Jan 7, 2006
Visual Arts Development Awards - Vancouver - May 15, 2004

How To Get Free Art Supplies, Instruments, Food, Clothing, Computers -- Almost Anything Given To You By Major Corporations And Others!
And JustGiveGuide - see Arts & Culture section

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GRAPHIC ARTS

Christian Graphics - http://www.allspiritual.com/ChristianGraphics.php3
Graphics Tools
Tips for Graphic Artists
Whitewolf Design & Media Group - Feb 28, 2005

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HEALTH
Arts Medicine:
The Mission: "To encourage arts and health practitioners to work together towards better prevention and management of health issues"
Canadian Forum on Arts and Health
Health Insurance for Artists

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HISTORY OF MUSIC / ARTS
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The Minstrel Series - Ray Hughes - cassette series - July 15, 2003

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HUMOUR
Canadian Thanksgiving Turkey Dance
Doo Wop Horses - When you have an uncommitted minute, and need to smile … check out the doowop horses. Click on each horse and make them sing.
BIBLE THEME SONGS - Humor - May 17, 2006
FUNNY!! airplane racing - A funny clip from Rene Robertson: Sept02-06

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IDEAS
ArtShack Café - an idea you might wish to consider in your region
http://www.crosslife.org.nz/welcome.html
Worship Under the Stars - a way to involve Christians in your region - www.worshipunderthestars.com

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IMAGINATION

CHOOSING CREATIVITY - Apr 2, 2006
CHRISTIAN IMAGINATION - Quote Anthology by Regent College Student - Oct 30, 2004
Discovering a Holy Imagination - March 6, 2005
Healing and the Holy Imagination - Oct 30, 2004
Is Your Imagination of God Starved? - Oct 30, 2004
Sanctifying the Imagination - May 17, 2006

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INSTRUMENTS
CANADIAN PIANOS PAGE -Registered Piano Technicians
Christian Drummer's Association
FINALE - NotePad - basic, fun, notation software - FREE download
Instruments for Dummies - lesson books for various instruments
Instruments for the Nations Donation Program - Act International - May 17, 2006
INSTRUMENTS NEEDED for Cuba ASAP - Aug 1, 2004
J.A. Duncan Guitar Company - builder of fine guitars in Greater Vancouver region - Sept 15, 2003
JOYSTRINGS HARP / JOYSTRINGS MUSIC INC. / THE HARPEGGIO ENSEMBLE
Piano Stores in British Columbia
Prussin Music - Instrument Rentals - Vancouver2004

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INTERNET
INTERNET EVANGELISM DAY (Sun. April 24, 2005) OFFERS DRAMAS AND VIDEOS - Jan 30, 2005

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JAZZ

Canadian Jazz Websites
FIRSTBORN LIVE! TO PERFORM AT LANGLEY JAZZ AND BLUES FEST - Aug 26, 2005
LEORA CASHE - jazz, singer, etc. - Jan 30, 2005
Toute Sweet - May 18, 2006
Vancouver Jazz
Christian Jazz Artists Network - May 17, 2006 - Directory

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JEWELLRY
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Jewellry home based business ideas - May 17, 2006
Matt White's Wear & Share Pewter Jewellry - ie. the Worshipper, the Healer, etc.
- from the Canadian Maritimes

WEAR & SHARE JEWELLRY made of pewter - great stuff!! Includes a worshipper, etc.By Matt White http://www.hopeatlantic.ca

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JOBS
Current Arts Jobs Postings - Feb 11, 2005
Current Arts Job Postings in Greater Vancouver - Jan 23, 2006 - HERE - Lower Mainland
Arts & Culture Job Links
SUMMER JOBS FOR YOUR YOUTH FRIENDS? (possibly including some artistic opportunities?) - Jan 30, 2005
White Rock Baptist Church is seeking applications for the position of Associate Pastor of Worship and Music - Jul 30, 2004

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JUDGING ART
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Some Perspectives on How to Judge Art - Francis Schaeffer - July 31, 2003
The Culture Warrior - David Traylor - book - June 15, 2003

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JUSTICE & SOCIAL ISSUES

About A.R.T. (Awareness, Reconciliation and Transformation) - The Creative Age - Feb21,2006
A Canadian Tribute to Holocaust Children - May 17, 2006
http://www.christianity.ca/frame.html?http://www.canadianchristianity.com/cgi-bin/na.cgi?nationalupdates/031120holocaust
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE INTEGRATION OF THE ARTS TO ENCOURAGE & DEVELOP STREET-INVOLVED AND HOMELESS YOUTH? - Feb21, 2006
ArtsScene: Tsunami Aid in the Name of the Arts
AIDS Conf - call for artists - Mar5, 2006

AIDS ORPHANS, REFUGEES, STREET MINISTRIES, etc. BLANK NOTE CARDS AVAILABLE - Nov10, 2005
+ Flooding
AIDS ORPHANS
+ AIDS Orphans Grieving the Loss of Their Parents
+ Caring for AIDS Orphans
REFUGEES
+ Refugees in Flight
+ Sharing With Refugees
+ Weeping With Those Who Weep - Depiction of Jesus Weeping With Refugees Being Taken Away
RELIEF & DEVELOPMENT
+ Digging Wells - relief & development
PRISONERS
+ Praying With a Prisoner
STREET MINISTRY
+ Watched Over - Sleeping on a Park Bench
+ A Friend in Need
+ Prayer of Hope - praying for someone who's sleeping on the streets
+ Cutting Through the Chains - praying for a prostitute
+ Sharing Christmas in an Alley
+ Cared For Under the Stars

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE INTEGRATION OF THE ARTS TO ENCOURAGE & DEVELOP STREET-INVOLVED AND HOMELESS YOUTH? - Feb21, 2006
CALL FOR ARTISTS re SOCIAL & JUSTICE ISSUES - article - Jan 15, 2005
Canadian Food for the Hungry - Feb 28, 2005
CAN YOU HELP? - Regent University AIDS Research Project - Mar 5, 2006
Community Development and the Arts - resources -
Concerts for Charity - http://www.concertsforcharity.com
CONSIDER THE POOR - David Ruis
DO YOU KNOW OF MUSICIANS HELPING VICTIMS OF THE HURRICANES - Sept 24, 2005
Enlisting God's Artists in the Plight of the Oppressed - article - Jan 15, 2005
EVEN IN SORROW - Slater Armstrong: A Recorded Project for the Persecuted Church in Sudan - April 2, 2006
(Recent) FRASER VALLEY ARTS AND PEACE FESTIVAL - Feb 28, 2005
GET THE WOW Christmas CD -- help feed 10 children - Nov 10, 2005
HANDMADE GIFTS to help support Persecuted Believers - Feb 28, 2005
HAVE A HEART FOR THE HOMELESS - Feb 28, 2005
HOMELESS EYES - Tonya Sargeant - Nov10-2005
Hotel Rwanda Movie is Retelling of Human Tragedy and Triumph Brian Purchia
INSTITUTE FOR THE CHURCH & COMMUNITY ARTS OPPORTUNITIES - Feb 28, 2005
JAZZ BENEFIT CONCERT for food for poor and needy - Nov10, 2005
JUST WANNA BE - song by Amy Schmidt re children's perspective of war - Jan7, 2006
KIDS WITH CAMERAS - BORN INTO BROTHELS - nov10, 2005
http://www.kids-with-cameras.org/bornintobrothels/film.php
MARIA - song by Jeannette Petkau re prostitute- Dec12-05
Musicians in Chorus of Relief Efforts -
OPPORTUNITIES TO USE YOUR ARTISTIC GIFTS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHERS in order to HELP SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGE PERSECUTED BELIEVERS (and other potential themes) - Feb 28, 2005
Potter's Place needs help - Sept 30, 2004
SKETCH - Working Arts for Street Involved and Homeless Youth - Feb21, 2006
The Arts & Social and Justice Issues - article - Jan 15, 2005
TSUNAMI RELIEF CD Release Concert--this Sunday! - Feb 11, 2005
You're Invited! A Mission trip to South Africa: Feb 2007 (with Linwood House) - July 25-06

PAINTINGS:
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A Mother's Scream - http://www.asianchristianart.org/exhibitions/BCAA/pages/Mother%27s%20Scream.htm
Paintings re Social Justice Issues - Human Suffering
Renderings of the Heart ...a collection of prophetic art and writing -Ministering Revelation Through Art ...Moments of Visitation From the Heart Of God - Sept02-06

PLAYS:
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PLAYS about the HOLOCAUST

POETRY:
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Cry African Girl - http://www.crosslife.org.nz/river/poetry1.htm
Echoes of Africa - http://www.crosslife.org.nz/river/poetry3.htm
Poverty - http://www.crosslife.org.nz/river/poetry2.htm

SKETCH - Working Arts for Street Involved and Homeless Youth - Feb21, 2006
Art of Displaced & Refugee Children -
RED CROSS SEEING RED CAMPAIGN - Calling Artists to Assist with Raising AIDS Awareness - Apr 19, 2006
Skye - Dec12-05 - song by Helen Hamzavi-Zharghani re prostitute
Songs of Love: Contribute a personalized song for chronically and terminally ill children - May 17, 2006
Sponsored Calendars for Lonely Forgotten Inmates - by Int'l Network of Prison Ministries - June 1, 2006
SLAVERY IS NOT DEAD: Human Trafficking is Alive and Well - Please Pray! - blank note cards available - May 17, 2006
THE MARTYR'S SONG-CD available through: http://www.unreachednations.org - May 17, 2006
Tour of Healing Hope Update - Debbie Fortnum - Nov 10. 2005
WORLD VISION ARTIST ASSOCIATES PROGRAM - Aug 26, 2005
WORSHIP PHOTOS: Spiritual & Social Issues - April 2, 2006

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LAMENTS
ART & MUSIC COLLABORATE TO BRING HEALING THROUGH LAMENTATION - May 15, 2004
WORSHIP LEADER'S MUSICAL HELPS SOOTHE HURT OF HOLOCAUST SUFFERING

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LAWS re the ARTS - also see copyrights, trademarks, patents, etc.
Canadian Arts Acts
http://www.pch.gc.ca/pc-ch/legislation/index_e.cfm
http://www.pch.gc.ca/progs/arts/pubs/index_e.cfm#arts
Status of the Artist Act - Canada


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LESSONS - see Musical Instrument Lessons as well
5 Ways to Get the Most out of Music Lessons
Animated Online Theory Lessons
Arranging 101 - Fletch Wiley
A Way for Artists to Encourage and Reach Out to Multicultural Children & Their Families - July 1, 2004 - backyard modelling clay lessons
Canadian & International Music Schools -
Davis Vocal Studio - Apr1, 2004
How to Draw Really Well - Graham Braddock

Improvisation:
Beginner's Improvisation Workshop" with John Trotter. -Mon. Aug. 21st, 6-9pm: " Aug11-06
Intermediate Improvisation Workshop" with John Trotter. - Wed. Aug. 23rd, 6-9pm: Aug11-06

INSPIRED DANCE STUDIO White Rock/South Surrey - Sept24, 2005
Learn How to Make Your Own Ukrainian Easter Eggs
MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILDREN - Kelowna - Aug 26, 2005
Piano and Voice Lessons by Angelina Van Dyke - Surrey
Online Music & Art Lessons - Sept 15, 2003
KING'S MERCY WORSHIP MINISTRIES - Guitar lessons, songwriting, etc. - From: Raymond Van Gobel - Aug 26, 2005
Local Christians Teaching Music / Art Lessons - Sept 30, 2003
Local Christian Dance Instructor - Sept 30, 2004
Music For Young Children - music teachers needed - Nov10-, 2005
MUSIC LESSONS ONLINE AND IN PERSON BY LOCAL INDIAN MUSICIAN (Praise & Worship & Instrumental and Voice Coaching) - Tahira Haider Ali - Sept 24, 2005 - Surrey
Piano and Voice Lessons by Angelina Van Dyke -
PHIL JENION - Vocal Coaching - Assisting Intermediate and Advanced Students Maintain Proper Vocal Technique in Various Musical Genres. Recording Production - Developing and Producing Radio and Artist CD Projects. Jenuine Studios - Visit our exciting, new and expanded recording studio. Worship / Music Consulting - Sept 24, 2005
RAYMOND VAN GOBEL COMMUNITY GUITAR LESSONS AT YOUR CHURCHES, MINISTRIES & SCHOOLS - Aug 25, 2005
Bass Guitar for Dummies - June 1, 2004
Guitar for Dummies
Piano for Dummies
Singing for Dummies

ART FOR DUMMIES - June 1, 2004

Architecture for Dummies
Art for Dummies
Blues for Dummies
Classical Music for Dummies
Drawing for Dummies
Opera for Dummies

Pete Summers Home Study Piano Tuning Course
Piano Tuner's Course - Home Study
Reflections School of Dance - Jan 15, 2005
SUMMER MUSIC TRAINING CRASH COURSES - June 26, 2006
Victoria Conservatory of Music - Resource Links - lots! - http://www.vcm.bc.ca/links.html

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LITURGIES
Arts Liturgies at Fairview - Jan 15, 2005
Good Friday Liturgy

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MAGAZINES
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NEW WEB MAGAZINE BY IDELETTE McVICKER - Dec12-05
Professional Sound Magazine
Saudi Aramco World - Feb 28, 2005
Starting Your Own Magazine - May 17, 2006
The River Magazine - http://www.crosslife.org.nz/theriver.htm

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MAGICIANS
Neal Bacon - PROFESSOR PICKLES - Burnaby - Aug 26, 2005

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MEDIA

A S L E E P I N F R O N T O F T H E T V P A S T M I D N I G H T - a public lament of the ways our lives are mediated through technology - Jan 15, 2005
CBS's 60 Minutes Debunks the Da Vinci Code Myth - May 17, 2006
http://www.breakingchristiannews.com/articles/display_art.html?ID=2462
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/04/27/60minutes/main1552009.shtml

Christian Media directory
Christian Media News Requests Entries - Apr15, 2004
Christians in the Media - look about half way down the page
CRTC DENIES KELOWNA NEWLIFE COMMUNICATIONS APPLICATION - but pray for our Vancouver application - Aug 26, 2005
DA VINCI CODE RESOURCES: - May 17, 2006
EagleCom Marketing - Apr1, 2004
Eagle Ministry Media CDs and Tapes - Aug 30, 2004
FOR LIFE TV PROGRAM - Sept 24, 2005
Full Scholarships for Digital Media Production - June 1, 2004
GETTING FAIRER COMPENSATION FROM INTERNET SALES - Sept10-06
Image X Media - January 31, 2004
Lausanne - Media & Technology - the uses and abuses in spreading the Gospel - Sept 2004
Media Resources, Ministries, Training Opportunities
Miracle Channel - Canada - May 1, 2004
Networking with other Canadian Christians in the Media/Arts
NEWLIFE COMMUNICATIONS APPLICATION DENIED - Sept 24, 2005
Norlynn Audio Visual Services - N. Vancouver
SURREY TV STATION REACHES HIGHER WITH OMNI NAME - Jan 7, 2006
Threat or OPPORTUNITY? - the DA VINCI CODE - A SITE WITH A COUPLE HELPFUL RESOURCES - May 1, 2006
TruthMedia Network: Using Technology to Build Online Communities of Evangelism and Discipleship Around the World - Vancouver - Apr15, 2004
VIDEO SCHOOL PROGRAM IN TURKEY NEEDS AN ASSISTANT - Aug 25, 2005

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MINISTRIES / NETWORKS SUPPORTING CHRISTIANS IN THE ARTS
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FRAGRANCE MUSIC - dedicated to the development of artists and their art
For more info, contact: info@fragrancemusic.com - Sept 15, 2003
Imago Vancouver Arts Network - June 15, 2003
International Arts Movement (Christian)
ReelLight - June 30, 2003
Regeneration - Broadway Church
Vancouver International House of Prayer - June 15, 2003
VANCOUVER CHRISTIAN ARTISTS NETWORK - - Sept 24, 2005

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MIME
ABRAHAMS, Glen - based in Abbotsford. Many years of experience with puppets, mime, drama, skits, etc. Is also a ventriloquist. Has repertoire which includes evangelistic material for outreaches, as well as material for church services, etc. To contact, contact: GCWAC@DiscipleTheNations.org
Mime Resources, Ministries, Training

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MISC
A Comparative Analysis of Arts Profiles for Selected Cities Around the World: Executive Summary - Contains contrasting figures and explanations for how major world cities fund the arts. By Andy Feist (Arts Council of England, 2001).-
A Little Comic Relief For You - Multicultural?? Musicians
Beautiful Artistic/Musical Irish Blessing online - blessing spoken by Roma Downey
Click to Blow the Shofar
Cultural Cascades - http://www.culturalcascades.com
FREE Classic Book - Serve Him With Mirth - humor - Nov-Dec15, 2003
Free Download - "The Message' video - January 31, 2004
FREE Music/Arts Cursors
OFFICE FURNITURE / EQUIPMENT FOR QUICK SALE or POTENTIAL GIVE-AWAY - Aug 26, 2005
Scripture SONGS to Download and Memorize re the '40 DAYS OF PURPOSE" by Rick Warren

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MURALS
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How to Start a Mural Business - May 17, 2006

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MUSEUMS
Christian Museums - http://www.allspiritual.com/ChristianMuseums.php3
Museum of Biblical Art - NYC - http://www.mobia.org/

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MUSIC & ART STORES
Tom Lee Music -

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENT LESSONS - see also LESSONS
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Angelina Van Dyke - Piano & Voice Lessons - Surrey
Musical Instrument Lessons - Abbotsford - www.Estania.com - August 15, 2003
Online Music & Art Lessons - Sept 15, 2003
Local Christians Teaching Music / Art Lessons - Sept 30, 2003

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MUSICIANS - see also NETWORKING
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Peter Mason and Blog - June 1, 2006
Rob Berg - Musician/Singer/Songwriter - Nov-Dec15, 2003

NEWSLETTERS
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Alliance for Arts & Culture Newsletter - Vancouver-based
Arts Council of Surrey - newsletter
Binding and Laminating - newsletter
Canadian Arts Council Newsletter - Apr1, 2004
Canadian Folk Music Bulletin -
Canadian Institute of Portrait Artists - Calls for Submissions - CIPA newsletter -
Ethnic Worship & Arts Focus e-newsletter - Dec15-Jan15, 2004
EthnoDoxology - a journal devoted to the multifaceted music, arts and worship of every tribe, tongue and nation -Global Worship Reports - Dec15-Jan15, 2004
SOUL FOOD - June 30, 2003

SURREY CHRISTIAN e-Newsletter
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(Editor's Note) - some of you may be interested in getting ideas, from this newsletter, of ways to use your art to help stand up for justice or social issues…)
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This is a new weekly venue for people who would enjoy a variety of articles dealing with computers, family life, provincial and national political news, and notices of interest to Christians. This is a gratis service sent out on Thursday nights which may be subscribed to by contacting the editor here and saying" please subscribe me to the Surrey Christian Newsletter."

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OPERA
Grace Chan - Richmond
Joseph Shore - Burnaby
LUV ESTHER POP OPERA - Aug 25, 2005

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PAINTING

A Mother's Scream
CLOVERDALE PLEIN AIR PAINTING COMPETITION - Aug 11 & 12 - July 25-06
FAYTENE KRYSKOW - PAINTER - Jan 30, 2005
Paintings re Social Justice Issues - Human Suffering
Canadian Institute of Portrait Artists
Fraser Valley Watercolour Society - Jan 23, 2006
Donna Smallenberg - Painter - Sept 24, 2005
Helma Sawatsky - May 18, 2006, August 26, 2005
JOAN ARCHER - artist - painter
Mended Feathers - painting - Nov-Dec15, 2003
Pastel Society of Eastern Canada -
RBC Investments Canadian Painting Competition - Jan 7, 2006
Salt Spring Island Paint-In - Aug 25, 2005
SHIRLEY KOLB - artist - painter

The Painting - May 17, 2006

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PARABLES
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Sculpting the Parable of the Prodigal Son - May 17, 2006

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PHOTOGRAPHY
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BASIC Principles of Photography - online book
http://www.indiaoutdoors.com/basicpop.php3
Canadian Institute of Portrait Artists
Carmen Tome - July 31, 2003
CPAWS BC Photo Contest - Aug11-06
Curtis Cunningham - Photistry- May 17, 2006
FAITH TODAY Invites Submissions of Photography - August 15, 2003
Free Future Shop Photo-tips - submit your email addy on home page to subscribe
God Helped Me Go Beyond Fear, Through Art - Carmen Tome - article - July 31, 2003
JO BALISKY - Photography - Lower Mainland - June 1, 2004
KEVIN CLARK PHOTOGRAPHY - Vancouver - June 1, 2004
Lorna Rande - July 31, 2003
Need a Digital Photo Service? Snapfish - Aug 30, 2004
Photistry - Curtis Cunningham - May 17, 2006
Photo Fraud in Lebanon - watch online movie - Aug11-06 - although the situation in Lebanon is beyond what most of us can imagine, this video clip has some interesting things to point out.)
Photography and the history of the Camera
Photography Resource e-book
Photojournalism Conf. - Mar 2004 - Dallas, TX
Professional Photographers Assoc. of BC
PRO-LINE PHOTOGRAPHY - Jan 7, 2006
Peter & Nancy Friesen - Abbotsford
Photography Resources, Ministries, Training Opportunities
Photography Tutorials
SENSE OF PLACE - a photographic installation by Jen Rice - Apr 13-30 - Aug 26, 2005
Starting a Home Business with Photography
http://www.starting-your-own-business.info/home_based_business/home-based-photography-business.htm
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0762705140/103-8487689-7576616?v=glance
http://www.art-photo-web.com/How_to_Start_a_HomeBased_Photography_Business_4th_0762724838.html

SURREY 2004 COMMUNITY GUIDE PHOTO CONTEST - May 15, 2004
Ten Principles of Photography
Vivid Image - Jo Balisky - Photography
WORSHIP PHOTOS: Spiritual & Social Issues - April 2, 2006

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POETRY

Cry African Girl
Echoes of Africa
God and You - Anonymous poem - Aug 30, 2004
Jeanne Murray Walker Poetry Reading - Aug 3, 3:15 - July 25-06
Learning Poetry / Writing a Poem
Let My People Go - poem - June 15, 2003
Kalliope Online Poetry Workshop
Poetry Contest deadline - April 19, 2006
Poverty
Song of New Stars - poem of lament - http://www.crosslife.org.nz/riv2/p1_11.htm
THE DANCE - Aug 25, 2005
The Key to Biblical Poetry -
The Way of an Artist - Poem
WATER TO WINE: Collection of Poems - Nov-Dec15, 2003

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POTTERY
North Delta Potters Guild Sale - May 15, 2004

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PRAYER
Crew Prayer Network - August 30, 2003
Embodied Prayer - Celeste Schroeder - January 31, 2004
Hollywood Prayer Network & Newsletter
International Prayer Days for Musicians & Artists- March 19-21, 2004
INTERESTED IN FACILITATING or PARTICIPATING IN A LOCAL INTERNATIONAL PRAYER DAY/S FOR CHRISTIANS & ARTISTS? -Jan 15, 2005

Laying Foundations For Music / Arts Ministries Through Prayerwalking - Sept 15, 2003
MEDITATION WITH ART - Jan 15, 2005
Needless Casualties of War - Sept 30, 2003

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PRODUCTIONS

9 STEPS TO A GREAT PRODUCTION:Play Production: A Great Way to do Church by Ron VandenBurg
LIGHT AND SOUND WORKSHOP Information… Jan 28 - Jan 23, 2006
STRONG RAVEN PRODUCTIONS
Yellow Duck Productions - April 2, 2006

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PROMOTIONS
Advertise Your Concerts at inconcert.org - Nov10, 2005
A Place for Lower Mainland Artists to advertise their businesses/products - Mar15, 2004
A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR ARTISTS: The Artistic Organizer is a New,
Fantastic Way to Sell Your Art in All Forms! - Artistic Organizer - May 1, 2006
Beracah Productions - Nov-Dec15, 2003
DENIS GRADY - Musician, songwriter, recording, booking agent, etc. - April 2, 2006
Gospel Booking Agent Offers All Genres - Calgary - April 2, 2006
Marketing: The Tools of the Trade -
+ Email Marketing
+ Working with a Graphic Designer -
+ Advertizing Essentials -
+ Getting Noticed Online
MyArtClub.com - based in Coquitlam, BC
The Art of Finding an Agent

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PROPHECIES

A Place Where God Sings - prophetic word
Artists! - "Come out of the Wilderness" - May 17, 2006
Eagle Saints Begin to Fly - may you be encouraged by this song
PROPHETIC BULLETIN."I've Got a Secret," Says the Lord, "I Will Bless Those Media Outlets Who Help Repair Race Relations...and I Will Do the Opposite To Those Who Inflame Them!"
Prophecies regarding the Greater Vancover/Lower Mainland Region - August 30, 2003
Prophecies re Canada
Prophecies re God's Musicians/Artists and Music and the Arts - August 30, 2003
Prophetic Art
Renderings of the Heart ...a collection of prophetic art and writing -Ministering Revelation Through Art ...Moments of Visitation From the Heart Of God - Sept02-06
Some Excerpts From A Prophetic Word re the Role of Music/Media in Canada - Nov10-2005
CANADA AND GOD'S ETERNAL PLAN - Len Lindstrom (from Kelowna, BC) - book - Sept 24, 2005
STAND ON GUARD: A Prophetic Call & Research on the Righteous Foundations of Canada - - book - Faytene Kryskow - (from Vancouver, BC) - copyright 2005 - Sept 24, 2005

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PUBLISHING
5 STEPS TO PUBLISHING YOUR OWN BOOK - May 15, 2004
Binding and Laminating - newsletter
Bookbinding Classes: Nov10, 2005
FREE PUBLISHING GUIDE. Have you written a book? Publish your book in weeks and have it available for sale world-wide. Surprisingly affordable services from $799. Ph. 1-888-232-4444 ext 5030 or www.trafford.com/5030
Lightwave Publishing
Christian Book Self Publishing - May 17, 2006
SOCAN -The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN) - Aug 25, 2005

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PUPPETS
ABRAHAMS, Glen - based in Abbotsford. Many years of experience with puppets, mime, drama, skits, etc. Is also a ventriloquist. Has repertoire which includes evangelistic material for outreaches, as well as material for church services, etc. To contact, contact: GCWAC@DiscipleTheNations.org
Maralee Dawn - puppets, etc
Puppet Resources, Ministries, Training Opportunities

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QUOTES
Quotations on Art / Artists

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RADIO
Can You help? LOCAL ETHNIC CHRISTIAN RADIO STATION - many more surveys needed before Feb 14!! -Can your congregations/connections help? - Feb 11, 2005
Christian Radio May Be Lost in Vancouver - June 1, 2006
COMING SOON - CHRISTIAN RADIO STATION FOR VANCOUVER - Jan 15, 2005
CRTC DENIES KELOWNA NEWLIFE COMMUNICATIONS APPLICATION - but pray for our Vancouver application - Aug 26, 2005
Deadline Feb 3 to Support Ethnic Christian Radio Station For Vancouver, BC - Jan 30, 2005
Expanding Christian Radio Network - June 1, 2004
Faith-based Artists wanted for Radio and TV - Jan 30, 2005
Forerunner Radio Network
Mailing List of Canada's Christian Radio Stations -
Gospel radio station approved - July 30, 2004
NEW RADIO SHOW ON CFUN - Unlocking Secrets For Women - May 1, 2004
PLANET RADIO - Vancouver - opportunities for multicultural Christian musicians to reach out into the marketplace?? - Jan 30, 2005
Praise 106.5 FM - Dec12-05
Radio Announcer Wanted in Belleville, ONT - Apr1, 2004
Radio & Television Broadcasters in Vancouver
Radio Resources, Ministries, Training Opportunities
SONGS OF LIFE: Music That Speaks to the Heart - Inspirational Radio Show by Phil Jenion - Feb21, 2006

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RECLAIMING ARTISTS & THE ARTS
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Books re Reclaiming Music and the Arts/Christianity & the Arts, etc.
Discipling the Nations: Seven Influential Sectors of Society Hold The Keys - YWAM - Aug 15, 2003
HOPE RESTORATION FREEDOM - Feb 28, 2005
House Concerts/ Art Shows Anyone? - Feb 28, 2005
INSTITUTE FOR THE CHURCH & COMMUNITY ARTS OPPORTUNITIES - Feb 28, 2005
International School of Reconciliation Studies - web based school - May 17, 2006
The Kuyper Foundation: - promoting a renaissance of Christian culture
Laying Foundations For Music / Arts Ministries Through Prayerwalking - Sept 15, 2003
Ministry Standards For Artistic Kingdom Servants - Byron Spradlin - Sept 15, 2003
Recovering the Beauty of the Arts - RC Sproul - Sept 30, 2003
Redeeming the Arts - Colin Harbinson - YWAM - June 30, 2003
Redeeming the Arts - Lausanne paper - 2005?
The Arts & Cultural Restoration - tapes - Sept 30, 2003
The Arts & Spiritual Warfare - Colin Harbinson - July 31, 2003
The Culture Warrior - David Traylor - book - June 15, 2003

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RECORDING

Chris Janz - MISSION CONTROL STUDIOS - Chris Janz - Feb 28, 2005
Christian Audio Resource Directory -
Christian Audio Resource Directory
Competition for Emerging Composers/Sound Artists in British Columbia - Vancouver New Music - Dec12-05
COMPETITION FOR EMERGING COMPOSERS / SOUND ARTISTS IN BC - Sept 24, 2005
Finding the Right Recording Studio for the Right Price - Fletch Wiley

ESTANIA MUSIC PRODUCTIONS LTD. - Sept 15, 2003
#3, 31018 Peardonville Rd., Abbotsford, BC
Phone: 604- 853-5156
Fax No: 604-853-5176
Email address: info@estania.com

http://disciplethenations.org/CANLSample4.html#Networking
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Estania Music Productions is a professional, Christian-run recording studio in Abbotsford, BC which aims to promote, record, teach and bring together musicians from around the world in order to provide as strong a force as possible for creativity inspired by God.

Estania Music Productions insists on innovation and excellence in all they do, growing out of their deep respect and honor for God and their customers.

Estania Studios offers 2500 Sq. ft. of a perfect blend between advanced technology and laid back comfort which is essential in capturing the creative energy of any artist. Both the studio and control room feature floating walls and floors, carefully balanced reflection and absorption
characteristics. The main recording studio can accommodate musical groups of any size.

The studio is fully aware of budget constraints and has priced the room competitively to make it affordable. In an effort to achieve the highest production standards, Estania Studios can access talented studio musicians, vocalists and arrangers.

All Recording Sessions include:
Comfortable Studio Area / Engineer, assistance with composing, arranging, programming, looping, editing, sampling, pitch correction, Midi programming, track creation, and producing a professional recording of vocals and music instruments. Ideal for music bands, solo artist, songwriter and music directors.

MISSION CONTROL STUDIOS - Chris Janz - Feb 28, 2005
Recording Arts Programs and Recording Workshops - Estania - Nov-Dec15, 2003
Recording/Sound Resources, Ministries, Training Opportunities
Philip JANZ - I work primarily as a producer/musician/engineer.- June 26, 2006
PHIL JENION - Vocal Coaching - Assisting Intermediate and Advanced Students Maintain Proper Vocal Technique in Various Musical Genres. Recording Production - Developing and Producing Radio and Artist CD Projects. Jenuine Studios - Visit our exciting, new and expanded recording studio. Worship / Music Consulting - Sept 24, 2005

LIGHT AND SOUND WORKSHOP Information… Jan 28 - Jan 23, 2006
Mike Harris, Recording Engineer, Campus Crusade
Professional Sound Magazine
Stable Music - Calgary, April 2, 2006

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REPORTS

Report on Edmonton's Weekend of Worship - Oct , 2004
Rocha Retreat - sponsored by the Vancouver Arts Network - Sept 15, 2003

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RESEARCH
Arts Advocacy Issues and Resources -
Arts Council of New Westminster, BC - July 30, 2004
ARTS LEADERSHIP - Aug 1, 2004
Your source for information about leadership succession in nonprofit arts organizations.
Canadian Arts Acts - Aug 30. 2004
http://www.pch.gc.ca/pc-ch/legislation/index_e.cfm
http://www.pch.gc.ca/progs/arts/pubs/index_e.cfm#arts
Canadian Council for the Arts - July 1, 2004
http://www.pch.gc.ca/pc-ch/ac-os/cac-cca_e.cfm
http://www.canadacouncil.ca/home-e.asp