This last weekend Jocelyn and I drove 7 hours from Portland to Wenatchee for a wedding. As a part of the drive [which we both, by the way, l.o.v.e.d], we talked about photography curriculum and Project Unnamed.

Only, by the time we came home, it was no longer Project Unnamed. It was Project: Risk Love.

Driving through the mountain passes of northern Washington, inspired by the view, the scenery, and the air [I guess?], God sent inspired brilliance. It was so incredibly refreshing, for this piece has been a lot about working through creativity rather than walking in it steadily. I think that God sends us through times like these - times that we have to push through getting something together - so that we will remember it is He who equips. We can have talent by the bucketloads and still not touch people's hearts. He is the one who sends the connection points of true visual communication.

Anyway, not only did we suddenly had a name, we had truly, the heart of what this piece is going to be about.

What does it mean to Risk Love?

Well, I guess you'll have to wait to find out.

Oh, and one final note: If you ever get stuck in the "uninspired" rut of project creation, Jocelyn and I both h.e.a.r.t.i.l.y. recommend a day trip which requires you to drive many hours during sunrise to sunset, and praise and worship music to enjoy the scenery by. Really - I give it my whole hearted endorsement! ;-)

Thanks for your prayers friends! Here's to all the Philanthropic Artists trying to make a difference in their world.

Okay. Here is the scoop in all honesty:

Christina is a horrible editor.

Allow me to clarify.

I am capable. I understand the system. I know the process - or at least where to find the answers to my questions. It's all good in that department. That's not the problem.

The real problem with being an editor lies in my inability to close myself off to the world and step into the "Darkroom". I'm sure all my video and photographer friends know exactly what I am saying. This "Darkroom" phase is the time that you have pajama days more often than days that you get fully dressed [baring showers of course - we have to stay feeling good and sharp]. It's the time when you emerge from your "Darkroom" for water and meals and internet when you are about to go crazy. Some people love the editing process. And in all seriousness, I do too.

Except when it controls my life.

I'm finding that video editing is, of course, a bit different than photo editing. Especially as I am the solo editor for two projects. It's harder when you can't run ideas off people. Or show them what you have to get suggestions. Being new at the hardcore "Darkroom" process, I don't make any attempt to hide the fact that I'm not used to being able to multi-task when I need to be on creative edge. It's so much easier when you have a team around you than when you are on your own.

Last week I put together this piece. Two days later I was about to go i.n.s.a.n.e. And then I realized something: It's so much easier to be in the trenches and doing the work with the people you love and who are brilliant and who are in need. But doing things by yourself, it takes a different level of discipline, of devotion to your call.

I know many of you photographers, video people and the like, arent able to have a huge team to pull together projects like Ashes to Beauty or Risk Love. But should that stop you?

When you are passionate about your calling, nothing will stop you. Not even takin the high road and goin solo.

I promise.

The RevMedia team is synergizing and brainstorming, and has many good things in the works for the upcoming months. We are praying for direction in several areas, including how to best serve those in need of rescue, how to support developing Philanthropic Artists.

Our "Question of the Week" is this: How do you balance the "Be" of your life with the "Do" of your life? Each of our team members has wrestled with this question on an individual level, but what does this look like for the corporate culture of Revolutionary Media?

It may not be an easy question to answer, but it is one that shapes direction on the deepest level.

Stay tuned to catch RevMedia's growth and development. In the meantime, download this wallpaper, and think about how you live your life.

Blessings!

The RevMedia Team

This shoot was super productive for Jocelyn and myself, but I must admit, it was a challenging one too. Honestly, when you try and complete a project based on 2.5 shoots, 2 planning sessions, a budget of $0, and half your cast of characters, it may be rewarding, but it isn't the easiest thing ever.

What happens when you know something is worthwhile, but the challenges facing it seem to overcome the good intentions? How do you keep holding on to a vision of dynamic impact when the world is against you?

You keep on holding on to Jesus. You rest secure in His control.

And you don't back down.

So, we decided we'd like to make the switch over to a new site for the Revolutionary Media Store! In doing this, we will be able to offer a greater variety of awesome world changer gear, in more designs, and at better pricing. Exciting stuff!

Stop by and check it out: t-shirts, mouse pads, buttons, stickers and more. Previous designs, with a few new looks as well. Keep checking back as we continue to add more throughout the week.

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