The art of multimedia constantly
progresses with the changing times, but the content moves on a different
downward path. Seldom will you see worthwhile designs with worthwhile meaning.
Our society is immersed in multimedia. People all around us are frequently
bombarded with visuals after visuals for their entertainment pleasure. Colorful
billboards with catchy taglines sometimes seizes us unaware of the garbage we
are about to take in. Funny commercials that sometimes undermine Biblical
values get through us without even knowing the damage it could cause. Am I
scaring you? You should be…because the warfare of Satan just got into a whole
different level.
DEFINING THE ARTS
Multimedia is the fusion of
different Medias from audio, visual to interactive in content. Multimedia arts
include, but are not limited to:
- Graphic Arts Design Conceptualization
- Photo Enhancement & Manipulation
- Video Editing & Compositing
- Website Design & Development
- Audio Recording & Mixing
- 2D & 3D Animation
As a believer of Jesus Christ,
the goal of multimedia arts takes on a whole new meaning. Our designs or works
must always reflect the integrity and character of Jesus Christ. It is our form
of witnessing for Him and making evident the skills He has bestowed upon us. We
are taking the good fight in to another battlefield.
GOD’S WORD ON MULTIMEDIA
First of all, the word multimedia
has not yet been conceptualized before King James ordered a set of Bibles to be
translated for the commoner. But, we can look to the scripture and set a standard
for ourselves, as Christian Artists (and non-artists alike), in attaining
quality Christian artworks. These standards are not mandated to be strictly
followed, but bear in mind that we as believers of Jesus Christ should have a
higher calling to excellence. We are not going to tackle the technicality of
designing but the essence of conceptualizing a design.
Whenever I am tasked to do a
project either in video or print design, I always consider Philippians 4:8 when
it says, “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are]
honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever
things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any
virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things.”
Technically, designing is a tedious job, whether doing it by freehand or through
a computer takes a lot of skill to achieve a particular look. But in the
process of conceptualizing an idea, anyone can do it! All you need is a clear
conscience and a whole lot of inspiration. When Apostle Paul told the church in
Philippi about having a mentality that is true, honest, just, and pure, I’m
sure that it was not intended as a gauge in designing. But as a Christian,
everything we do should have Philippians 4:8 in mind! Why? Romans 12:2 explains
it best…”And be not conformed to this
world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove
what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” Our
standards as believers are higher than what the world expects. So that is why whenever we in the multimedia
facet of School of Tomorrow®, Philippines conceptualize a design, we always
think about the best interest of God’s Biblical mandates. If our designs would
only tease and tickle a person’s senses but not stimulate their spiritual well
being, then we are not doing a good job of entreating you to renew you thinking!
It is very important that we, as artists, understand that Biblical standards
are more important that artistic freedom. Because in the end, true artistic
freedom will come as a result of full compliance to God’s standards.
WHEN PEN MEETS PAPER
As a Christian Artist, I’ve
viewed the world in a weird way for a long time. At first, I thought it was a
defect. But after a lot of painful realizations in my life, I came to a
conclusion that it’s just the way God had designed me. Accepting Jesus Christ
as my personal Savior gave me a new pair of eyes to see life with. Some things
did not change, but my viewpoint did.
If you are blessed by God
artistically, don’t waste it in nonsensical things. Give it to God. You see,
the seasons are changing but God’s word will never change. It’s the most
constant thing you will ever witness in your entire life. Redeem the
time…redeem the media!
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