Author Archives: Victoria Emily Jones

Jesus Is My Homeboy: A Photograph Series

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

When fashion and fine arts photographer David LaChapelle saw someone wearing a “Jesus is my Homeboy” T-shirt in 2003, he was touched by the simplicity of the message.  It made him wonder who Jesus’ original homeboys (the twelve apostles) were—or … Continue reading →

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Jesus Is My Homeboy: The Story That Started It All

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

The “Jesus is my Homeboy” T-shirt is a fashion trend that peaked in the mid-2000s, when celebrities like Jessica Simpson, Pamela Anderson, Ben Affleck, Ashton Kutcher, and Brad Pitt could be spotted wearing it. I remember seeing classmates in high … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Topics

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

Lately I’ve been reading a lot but writing little.  I apologize for failing to keep up with my three-posts-a-week rule.  But to protect myself from accusations of complete negligence, I’d like to show you what I’ve been working on.  I’ve … Continue reading →

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Yue Minjun and the Maniacally Grinning Christ

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

Contemporary Chinese artist Yue Minjun recently completed a series of six paintings depicting key events from the life of Christ, which are on display at The Pace Gallery in Beijing through July 16.  These paintings demonstrate a confluence of Christian … Continue reading →

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Take a Seat in the Savior’s Lap

Posted on June 12, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

“Come unto me, all you who labor and are heavy laden…” This wooden oddity was spotted by an Irish tourist in a Guatemalan arts and crafts shop in 2007.  It was retailing at 5,300 quetzal, or about $700. I must … Continue reading →

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Gospel Illumination for the 21st Century

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

You’re probably at least somewhat familiar with the medieval practice of manuscript illumination: the elaborate decoration of a handwritten text with illustrations, borders, and drop caps, all pressed or dusted with gold leaf. The term “illumination” refers to the literal … Continue reading →

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Catnappin’ with Jesus

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

Found at DreamingofKittens.com.

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What Makes Jesus Happy?, Part 5: Redeeming Us Through His Death

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

In my search for smiling Jesuses, I came across this drawing by five-year-old Abi Davis, which her father, Jimmy, shared on his blog: As you can see, it shows Jesus smiling on the cross—a very odd concept, I must say, … Continue reading →

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What Makes Jesus Happy?, Part 4: Fellowshipping with Us

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

“Fellowship” is one of those Christian buzzwords that is tossed around loosely in prayers and sermons and church bulletins and such.  One might speak of a “Fellowship Luncheon,” or thank God for “this time of fellowship”—the reference is to spending … Continue reading →

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What Makes Jesus Happy?, Part 3: Unity

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Victoria Emily Jones

This papercut by Chinese artist Fan Pu makes me smile:  Jesus strolling along cheerfully, wrapped in a cloak made up of Christian faithfuls of all colors.  The artist said that when she created it, she had in mind the joyful … Continue reading →

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