Ascend Creatives Conference Open public Evenings
What an epic adventure once again for our 2024 conference
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FRIDAY, JUNE 21st
featuring
Poiema and the Psalmsters
and
Special guest, Zoro the Drummer. and Zoro Ministries. Zoro has had an incredible career through his hard work, dedication and open doors. As one of the world’s most respected musicians, Zoro has sat on the drummer’s throne commanding some of the most famous stages in the world of rock and R&B music. Z has toured and recorded with Lenny Kravitz; Bobby Brown; Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons; The New Edition; Jody Watley; Philip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire; Sean Lennon; Lisa Marie Presley; Lincoln Brewster; Phil Keaggy and many others. But life was not always easy. From the streets of Compton, California to poverty with his 6 siblings and single mom in Grants Pass, Oregon his heart warming story of faith and a big dream will inspire. His newly released book, Maria's Scarf will be available.
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SATURDAY NIGHT, JUNE 22ND at 6:45 p.m.
Conference finale
with Music, art, update from Masterpiece Christian Fine Arts Foundation
and
Special guest Anna Rose Bain, Anna has risen to national artistic acclaim and turned the heads of the art world. Featured in dozens of art magazines, and a recipient of numerous national awards, her beautiful, classical oil paintings touch hearts as she captures humanity on canvas. Anna will share her faith + art journey.
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Plus, Sam Peck, lead Pastor at Philippi Church in Grants Pass. Sam is an advocate of the pure gospel of Jesus Christ and knows the effectiveness of leading an arts embracing church in current culture as a bridge to touch the soul.
Frank Ordaz Workshop
and studio tour
Painting the Costumed Model
April 19th & 20th
Auburn, Ca.
Step into the creative world of artist Frank Ordaz. Prepare to be captivated as you take an exclusive journey into his creative process. Watch up close his extraordinary ability to capture the unique human spirit with exacting likenesses in each portrait. With nearly 5 decades of professional experience in design and technique these two days of expert tips will enhance your skills to a new level! Sessions will feature an Ordaz finesse on innovative Biblically themed subjects.
Advent Season 2023
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Masterpiece's Christmas event, Noelle, features a stunning stained glass recreation by artists Kevin Christman and Veronica Thomas. Embedded live actors bring this classical and mesmerizing narration to life.
ART EXHIBIT
Event also features Noelle art exhibit, elements of the Christmas story by our artist partners including Ron DiCianni, Thomas Blackshear, Michael Dudash, Michele Struss, Charity Hubbard and the Rogue Classical Atelier, Brenda Mickelson, Sandy Cathcart and more.
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TWO PERFORMANCES:
The Story church service featuring the Stained glass performance, art exhibit, Pastor Xav’s message and regular worship. Matinee features Masterpiece’s hosted Christmas service, stained glass performance, art exhibit, special music with the jazzy vivacious Jenni Abdo and Jim Abdo, and a glimpse at Christmas through the power of the arts through the centuries -
observations with Masterpiece founder and
President, Jeanne Randall
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2023 highlights
ASCEND CREATIVES CONFERENCE
Masterpiece's 17th annual conference! What a memorable and engaging time!!
Thank you to all our presenters and creatives who attended this exciting event this summer. See all the highlight in this 80 second video!! And watch for details about 2024 summer conference.
Beauty From Ashes
hosted Sept. 8th - 10th, 2021
Benefit Art Exhibit and online Auction
This Benefit exhibit was dedicated to remembering and commemorating the Sept. 8th, 2020 fires in Southern Oregon, their devastation, impact and trauma to the families, lives and businesses severely altered by this catastrophic event. They are not forgotten.
Masterpiece hosted a commemorative service with music and words of remembrance, comfort, and hope based on Isaiah 61. Over $3800 was raised, a significant portion of which was distributed helping fire survivors recover.
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Host: Empowered Life Church
Talent, Oregon
Artwork: Phoenix Rising by Jennifer Garrett
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