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24 Inspirational Father’s Day Photos

It’s that time of the year again when we celebrate our fathers. The first observance of Father’s Day is believed to have been held on July 5, 1908 in a church located in Fairmont, West Virginia, by Dr. Robert Webb. Our fathers are given the special responsibility of leadership in the home. What a joy it is to interact and learn from our fathers! The most important role of our father is to lead us to the truths of God; his love is a representation of God’s love for us. As you look at these amazing photos, be reminded of God’s everlasting love for you and be inspired to do something special for your dad today, let him know how much you love him! Happy Father,s Day! Want photos you can use in your personal or commercial work? Download our “40 Free Photos of Fathers Bundle”.   “As a father has compassion…    read more 

Top Contributors to the INSPIKS Flickr Group

This month we are featuring the top contributors to our INSPIKS Flickr Group. These community members have lend their talented work and shared with us through comments and direct contact via Flickr mail. They have dedicated numerous photos in our group for the sole purpose of bringing praise to God and also to communicate His message through various unique and gifted photographic techniques. We have chosen to highlight their talent in this showcase, but there is much more to see on their Flickr pages and websites. Please visit each contributors link/s to view more of their beautiful work and remember to leave an encouraging comment. We pray that you are blessed by each photo and will give God the glory as you view the world through their lens. SIMIS / Simi Shonowo – A follower of Jesus Christ that lives her life to please Him. She love to tell interested people…    read more 

Telling the Truth Without Photoshop

July 21, 2010 |

Telling the Truth Without Photoshop is a heart wrenching poetry that deals with the issue of child molestation, incest and porn.  Poet Janette…ikz shares a personal, powerful and unforgettable spoken word testimony dealing with these issues, during Lyricist Lounge 3.  Artist from major cities gave Amazing, Spirit-Led, Powerful and Christ exalting Performances!. A call-to-repentance was given that detailed the sacrifice Christ endured in order to purchase us back to God. Over 50 people came to the altar!  We pray that lives will continue to change, strong holds will be broken down and God will be glorified by the viewing of this video.  

Powerful images of Beautiful Cloud Formations

Clouds are always interesting to look at, most times we can see different shapes in them that captures our imaginations, but what exactly are clouds?, how are they made?. On Earth the condensing substance that form clouds is typically water vapor, which forms small droplets or ice crystals. When surrounded by billions of other droplets or crystals they become visible as clouds. Dense deep clouds exhibit a high reflectance throughout the visible range of wavelengths; they therefore appear white, at least from the top. Cloud droplets tend to scatter light efficiently, so that the intensity of the solar radiation decreases with depth into the gases, hence the gray or even sometimes dark appearance at the cloud base. Thin clouds may appear to have acquired the color of their environment or background and clouds illuminated by non-white light, such as during sunrise or sunset, may appear colored accordingly. Clouds look darker…    read more 

Powerful use of Typography In Christian Motion Graphics

June 9, 2010 |

Typography is one of the hardest elements of design to master. Motion typography takes type to a whole other level by expressing and communicating ideas with animated text, it involves the combination of movement and sound and it can be a really powerful way of capturing the audience. These videos are prime examples of how Typography can  be used to convey a message in a creative and powerful way. These videos were created by some of the best Christian Motion Graphics Artist. Check them out! Elijah by Bryan Clark That’s My King from Dustin Bankord That’s My King! by Albert Martin Names of Jesus by Joe Perez Psalm 106 by Mothlight Creative Thinking About Eternal by Versa Save the Lost by Salomon The Ten Commandments  by Vit Ryznar Easter from Bjorn Amundsen In The Beginning from Bjorn Amundsen Compassion by Dustin Bankord What is the Church by Dave Tate  

God At The Movies Showcase

God at the Movies VFX Showcase

May 11, 2010 |

God at the movies is a promo for a series at Journey Community Church produced by Dan Stevers. The promo  is  an ambitious piece of film making, it takes us back to the vintage black and white era of the 70’s in a spectacular motion graphics sequence that is astounding for the simple fact that it took, two weeks, a couple of friends, a green screen, some great costumes, and a model airplane to put it all together. Dan really showcased how the power of programs like Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere can help to produce very high quality visuals, that were not possible a couple years ago. If you have never seen the work of Dan Stevers before, check him out on Vimeo or visit his website at the link below. Website: Dan Stevers.com God at the Movies FX Breakdown

Inspirational Mothers Day Photos

Inspirational Mothers Day Photos

It’s that time of the year again, when we celebrate our mothers. The modern Mother’s Day is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in May, though also celebrated in March in some countries, as a day to honor mothers and motherhood. A mother contributes her whole life to her family. Mothers are the glue that holds a family together because it is up to them to provide the loving care and support needed by growing children. The nurturing a mother provides is unparalleled and a vital part of a child’s care. It takes learning and practice to become a qualified mother. It is not an easy job, because mothers must learn as they go. As you look at these amazing photos, be reminded of God’s everlasting love for you and be inspired to do something special for your mother today, let her know how…    read more 

Simple Tips to Make Your Blog Successful

April 28, 2010 |

In this article I will be sharing some simple tips to help you create a successful blog. Success is measured in a variety of ways, most times it is measured by how much profit your blog can produce or how many visitors you can get to read and respond to your articles, I will not cover the topic of profit, because you can find many resources that cover that on Google. I will speak about getting more people to read your articles. Getting people to read your articles can be a job in itself, it is important that readers can find your blog and when they find it, be engaged enough to share the article with others. A lot of hard work will have to go into getting great results, but the hard work will pay off in the long run. Lets look at these tips I have learned over…    read more 

Awesome Christian Design Blogs You Should Follow

April 23, 2010 |

It’s getting harder and harder to get a handle on all the great stuff that’s on the web for christian designers, that’s why I’ve compiled this list of awesome christian design blogs. These sites are a great source of design inspiration, they are straight from my bookmarks, so take a look at them, there just might be something that interest you. Please feel free to share any links you may have that fit into the christian design blog category. enjoy! Caramel Ink The portfolio and blog of Carine, where you can find insights on design techniques and other related articles. Carine has a background in fine art, she enjoys hand crafting beautiful designs while leveraging on latest technology and trends to create designs that stand out from the crowd. Website | Twitter | Facebook | RSS Media Salt Mediasalt is the blog of Eric Murrell and Cleve Persinger. They focus…    read more 

40 CROSS IMAGES

40 Cross Images

40 Cross Images – This post showcases 40 inspirational images of the cross. The cross has become a universal symbol of hope. It is used in relief organizations logos, ambulances, rescue helicopters and on the steeple of churches. In today’s society the cross has different meanings to different people, it is considered to be just another piece of jewelery, a fashion statement or to be used in mythical stories to kill vampires. For the Romans the cross was the ultimate symbol of death and punishment, but like everything that Jesus Christ comes in contact with; the cross became a symbol of life and hope. Jesus’ death on the cross was the ultimate sacrifice for our sins. by the third century the cross had become so closely associated with Christ it was called the Lords symbol and Christians were called devotees of the Cross. The cross reminds us of God’s act…    read more 

The Story of Zac Smith

The Story of Zac Smith

March 29, 2010 |

“God is God. God is Good. To God be the Glory” are the words of Zach Smith, a  father struggling with colon cancer and the realization that he may not live to see his daughter walk down the aisle. Watch this beautiful story from the media files of New Spring Church and be encouraged to walk even closer to Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:18 “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. Through one man’s faith, many can be encouraged to be like David and say,  “I will extol the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips.” “Zach’s story is a story of redemption instead of a story of sadness. A story of hope that this life is not the end. A story that gives glory to…    read more 

20 Inspirational Palm Sunday Images

This post features images that celebrate Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday is a celebration of Jesus Triumphant entry into Jerusalem just before His death on the cross. the day always  fall on the Sunday before Easter Sunday. The event is mentioned in all four  Gospels Mark 11:1-11, Matthew 21:1-11, Luke 19:28-44, and John 12:12-19: .  The day is also called Passion Sunday or Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion. In many Christian churches, Palm Sunday is marked by the distribution of palm leaves (often tied into crosses) to the assembled worshipers. According to the Gospels, before entering Jerusalem, Jesus was staying at Bethany and Bethphage, and the Gospel of John adds that he had dinner with Lazarus, and his sisters Mary and Martha. While there, Jesus sent two disciples to the village over against them, in order to retrieve a donkey that had been tied up but never been ridden, and to…    read more 

Amazing Christian Videos by Bjorn Amundsen

February 24, 2010 |

This month we are featuring the work of Bjorn Amundsen, a Christian Visual Effects (VFX) artist from Vimeo. Bjorn Amundsen’s VFX work is truly amazing, especially his narrative Typography Design. We are impressed with the quality of his productions, which communicates the message of The Gospel in a way that grabs your attention. Bjorn is a motion designer, photographer, video producer, director, and technologist with over 5 years of media experience. His feature film work can be seen on the title sequence for Furious Love, directed by Darren Wilson. He has done visual effects work on music videos for bands like Uh Huh Her and Motion City Soundtrack. He is in his second consecutive term as creative director of the triennial CHIC conference, developing the brand, marketing, and video content  for a +5000 high school students. He has traveled the globe to create content for such clients as Youth Specialities,…    read more 

Extraordinary Examples of Brilliant Church Photography

December 1, 2009 |

Churches are so fascinating to look at and can be a tremendous source of design inspiration. A critical part of Christianity has been the gathering of people worshiping together. By virtue of this activity, the “place” where they worship has become endowed with a symbolic form. To the early Christians the word “church” referred to the act of assembling together rather than to the building itself. Christians met where they could, usually they would meet in each others houses, Congregations soon outgrew the meeting halls of the House-Churches and so they began to create buildings specifically suited to house their worship. Below are some brilliant photographs of churches, taken by talented photographers. I hope you enjoy them.       House of God by abcdz2000 St. Bridget’s Church by mudpig Saint Francis Church by janusz l Saint Mary’s Church – Studley Royal by nick.garrod Sunset Church by cmiper Church by Nasos3…    read more 

Best Websites to Promote Christian Blogs

November 22, 2009 |

Setting up your blog and getting your articles published online is the easy part, but in a very short time you realize nobody is coming to read it. Furthermore now that you have a blog, what do you do next? How about joining a blogging community or Christian Networks where people can find and read your blog! Using already established social networks like Twitter and Facebook can also rank up your visitor count and help you to meet other potential readers and bloggers with similar interest. Check out our list below of great websites you can use to promote your blog. If we missed any that you know, feel free to post them in the comments section.     Christian Article Submittal Christian Bloggers Network A global network of Christian bloggers and new media activists launched and directed by Dr. Andrew Jackson. The Purpose of this network is to connect,…    read more 

Remarkable Noah’s Ark Replicas

October 14, 2009 |

Here are some remarkable photographs of Noah’s Ark replicas. The Story of Noah’s Ark can be found in the Book of Genesis 6-10. The story is by far one of the most popular Sunday school stories, it captures the imagination of both children and adults. Enjoy the images, I hope it excites for you, a new interest in the story. Noah’s Ark Life-Size Replica in Hong Kong Hong Kong’s three billionaire Kwok brothers built the world’s first life-size replica of Noah’s ark, built to Biblical specifications, complete with fiberglass animals. The “vessel” is 450-feet-long and features a luxury rooftop hotel. The Noah’s Ark project reflects Thomas Kwok’s evangelical Christian faith. During the 1990s, he set up a church on the 75th-floor pyramid atrium atop Sun Hung Kai’s Central Plaza office complex. The Noah’s Ark project was initially hatched as a theme park with rides, until Mr. Kwok decided the project…    read more 

Amazing Images Depicting Christian Worship

Amazing Images Depicting Christian Worship: The photos displayed here, show various forms of Christian worship. Worship is an activity that is personal, yet at the same time very communal. An expression of worship may be performed individually, or corporately within informal groups, or a formal meetings. In Christianity, worship is not characterized only by praying, reading God’s Word with an open heart, singing, participating in communion, and serving others, it is reflected more in the life of the believer. A life dedicated to Christ.. It’s not limited to one act, but is done properly when the heart and attitude of the person is in the right place. “But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the Father seeks to be His worshipers.”  John 4:23 “God is a Spirit and they that worship Him must worship…    read more 

40 Beautifully Designed Christian Websites

September 23, 2009 |

After posting 15 Beautiful Christian Website Designs we came across many more beautifully designed Christian websites which are worthy of mention. These websites serve as a source of inspiration especially if you are designing a church website. Feel free to mention any we may have missed in the comment area. One of the best places to see beautiful Christian website designs is over at BestChristianDesigns.com, ran by Stephen Costello and Phil Adams, they have a tremendous gallery showcase. Watermark Community Church Valley Creek Church South Coast Fellowship Status Sevier Heights South Ridge Rolling Hills River City Church Redeemer Covenant Peace Community Church Park Community Church Open Doors Student Ministries Murphy Road Baptist Church Long Hollow Kingsfield Church Inner Metro Green Hillsong Church Highpoint Church Harbor Church Greystones Community Church Grace Community Church Genesis Church Gateway Church Four Corners First Baptist New Orleans First Baptist Broken Arrow First Baptist Oviedo Edgepoint…    read more 

Spectacular Photos of Creation-Part 3

September 15, 2009 |

This post continues our Spectacular Photos of Creation series, we have looked at many photos, and yet, we have seen just a small sample of the majesty of what was created. There are so many animals, birds and fishes, it is beyond our imagination, and to think, some of the animals that were created are already extinct. and we are still discovering unknown species in the rain forest and in the depths of the ocean. As you reflect upon the work of God, take time out to give him thanks and praise! For this is what the LORD says—He who created the heavens, He is God; He who fashioned and made the earth, He founded it; He did not create it to be empty, but formed it to be inhabited— He says: “I am the LORD, and there is no other. Isaiah 45:18 Cow Lomo by Skinnyde For every beast…    read more 

Best Websites to Submit Design News

September 14, 2009 |

Best Websites to Submit Design News: Check out the Best Websites to Submit Design News, these are great if  but you need a way to get your blog more traffic. One method of increasing traffic to your blog is to submit your articles to popular website like Delicious, Digg, Mixx, Stumbleupon and Twitter. That is a great start, but if you want to get your articles directly to those who are in the Design Community, the best thing to do is to submit your articles to websites that allows you to post Community News. Below is a list of websites where you can get a lot of free traffic by submitting your articles.   [sociallocker] Social Bookmarking   Design Related A network for design professionals, students, and creatives. Find design jobs on our designer job board, post your portfolio, inspirations and profile, connect with designers, and more. Design-Newz Design–Newz is a site that…    read more 

15 Beautiful Christian Website Designs

August 30, 2009 |

While looking around the net we found some Christian websites that are worthy of mention, they are aesthetically pleasing and in our opinion can serve as an inspiration to churches or ministries that are aspiring to put their face on the web. The Church has a great harvest to meet on the internet and have a great opportunity to preach the gospel of Christ to all nations. “And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.” Matthew 24:14 “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” Mathew 28:19-20 Stonebriar Lifechurch.TV Mars Hill…    read more 

Bible Events Seen From Google Earth

Ever wondered how some of the Bible stories you learned in Sunday School would look like from a satellite view? The Glue Society has re-created scenes from the Bible as if captured by Google Earth’s satellites and they are truly stunning. The Glue Society is a creative collective based in Sydney and New York comprising of writers, designers, art directors and film directors. “We like to disorientate audiences a little with all our work. And with this piece we felt technology now allows events which may or may not have happened to be visualized and made to appear dramatically real. As a method of representation satellite photography is so trusted, it has been interesting to mess with that trust.” James Dive – Glue Society’s The images known collectively as God’s Eye View, were commissioned by Eric Romano of NY’s Pulse Art for their Miami art fair, and use real satellite…    read more 

Best of the Web for Free Applications

August 26, 2009 |

Here are a listing some free applications which are very helpful for you to process your daily work. They are useful If you are designer, developer, office worker, manager, supervisor, student, home user, that don’t want to spend a lot of money on software. We made sure to add something interesting for everyone. Some of them are not very well known but they are really amazing in respect to their features. Just take a look at them and share any that you know that have not been shared here.     Prezentit Prezentit is a community where you can create (alone or with others), share and show your presentations. With Prezentit, your presentations are always available, anywhere, anytime and from any place, for viewing or editing. prezentit.com [sam id=3 codes=’false’] PFD to Word Using PDF-to-Word conversion technology, you can quickly and easily create editable DOC/RTF files, making it a cinch…    read more 

Spectacular Photos of Creation-Part 2

Photography is a great way to capture a moment in time, they capture nature in all of its glory! and magnificence!. Today’s photos stand alone as some of the most spectacular images of creation, that display nature at its best, from brilliant starry galaxies to rainbow colored birds. This is a continuation of our “Spectacular Photos of Creation” series, if you missed the first one you can link back here. Feast your eyes and enjoy! “And God said, Let there be lights in the firmament of the heaven to divide the day from the night; and let them be for signs, and for seasons, and for days, and years: And let them be for lights in the firmament of the heaven to give light upon the earth: and it was so.” Genesis 1:14-15 DSS2_WikiSky by keeperlink Hubble Beauty by TopTechWriter.US Hubble 44 by The Best of Hubble’s Shots Hubble 51…    read more 

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