Ep 501: Integrating Creativity and Theology: The Vision Behind Maker Institute with Ryan Lauterio

The Messenger Movement with Tamra Andress: Declaring Truth, Transforming Narratives & Catalyzing Christians to Speak, Write, Build & Testify

In this episode of The Messenger Movement Podcast, host Tamra Andress sits down with Ryan Lauterio, the founder of Maker Institute—an innovative studio that fuses art and theology. Ryan shares his personal journey from a challenging childhood, where art became a refuge from anxiety, to a transformative encounter with Jesus that reshaped his identity and purpose.

Discover the mission of Maker Institute, which aims to cultivate a multi-generational community of creators who produce art and design from a biblical worldview. Ryan emphasizes the vital role of character development, gratitude, and humility in the creative process, urging Christians to actively shape culture through excellence in their artistic endeavors.

Tune in to learn about the unique fellowship program offered at the Maker Institute, which equips students to integrate their faith and creativity, and explore how art can be a powerful vehicle for driving out darkness and bringing light into the world.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that highlights the importance of combining faith and creativity in every aspect of life!

Where to Find Ryan:

Ryan Lauterio is a studio artist specializing in painting, drawing, studio methods, curating, and the intersection of art and theology. He holds a B.A. and M.A. in Studio Art from CSU Sacramento and an MFA in Painting and Printmaking from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). In addition to his academic background, Ryan underwent three years of in-house theological training at Remnant Church in Richmond, VA, from 2011 to 2014 before serving as Pastor at Remnant for Art and Culture from 2014 to 2020.
Ryan is the founder and Director of Shockoe Artspace, a gallery in Richmond, VA, which has hosted exhibitions featuring both local and nationally recognized artists since its launch as a 501(c)(3) in 2016. His work has been published in New American Painter, Image Journal, and more and is part of several notable collections, including Capital One's primary art collection. He has exhibited in galleries and museums across the U.S. and internationally, and his contribution to IVP's Studies in Theology and the Arts series will be released in December 2024.
Ryan has co-directed the award-winning documentary The Builder and co-hosted the Shockoe Artspeak podcast for four years. He is set to launch a new podcast, Reformational Makers, and co-found The Maker Institute of Studio Art and Theology, which begins this fall, 2024.

https://themakerinstitute.org https://ryanlauterio.com/home.html https://newchristianmakers.com

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