Gospelbound Learning to Love Art through the Eyes of Faith
May 17, 2022
Join Russ Ramsey, a pastor and art enthusiast, as he explores the beauty of art through a spiritual lens. He shares insights from his book, inviting listeners to appreciate art without being experts. The conversation dives into how vulnerability is reflected in Van Gogh’s work and discusses the theft of Rembrandt's masterpiece, examining the lasting impact of art. Russ emphasizes that beauty is a glimpse of divine perfection, urging us to embrace artistic expression as a vital element of our faith journey.
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The Gardner Museum Heist
- In 1990 thieves dressed as Boston police stole 13 works from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, including Rembrandt's Storm on the Sea of Galilee.
- The painting was cut from its frame and remains missing decades later, leaving the empty frame still on the wall.
Van Gogh Keeps Pastoral Honesty Visible
- Russ Ramsey hangs a print of Van Gogh's self-portrait with bandaged ear in his office as a pastoral reminder of woundedness and worth.
- He wants to model transparent pastoral leadership that lets brokenness be seen and trusted to Christ's healing.
Choose One Artist And Stick With Them
- Find one artist you connect with and study them long-term to build a lifelong appreciation of art.
- Use that artist as a gateway to related artists, mentors, and influences in museum visits.
