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- [Preschool Project: Big Bear's Birthday](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/preschool-project-big-bears-birthday/) - Lesson Plan By & Workshop Leaders: Julia Halterman, Irma Woltke andMarta Villela Oasis Camp Workshop - Read the Full Impact Report for Oasis I AM ART camp here.
- [Artist Highlight: Lindsey Bailey](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/artist-highlight-lindsey-bailey/) - Go beyond the canvas. Meet artists who have volunteered with Athentikos as they share how creativity inspires the way they serve, create, and live. Each story is an opportunity to get to know the artists, educators, and volunteers who make up our community while finding inspiration to embrace creativity in your own life. We can't
- [Team Workshop: Deconstructing Single Line Portraits](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/team-workshop-deconstructing-single-line-portraits/) - Lesson Plan & Team Workshop Led by Rosie Messeder / Athentikos Read the Full Impact Report for Opal House I AM ART camp here.
- [Opal House 2026 Impact Report](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/opal-house-2026-impact-report/) - Auguas Esicondidas, Guatemala · July 2026 Opal House Impact Report Every child carries extraordinary potential. At Opal House School, that potential is nurtured through education, faith, and a community committed to raising the next generation of servant leaders. Since 2019, Athentikos has partnered with Opal House to complement that mission through I AM ART, inviting
- [Oasis 2026 Impact Report](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/oasis-2026-impact-report/) - Guatemala · July 2026 Oasis Impact Report Since 2015, Athentikos has partnered with Oasis Residential Home in San Lucas, Guatemala, walking alongside girls and young women who have found refuge after escaping abuse, exploitation, and other dangerous circumstances. Experience the Story Overview What happened At Oasis, girls receive legal advocacy, trauma-informed therapy, and the loving
- [The Story That Continues : Ruth](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/the-story-that-continues/) - Some stories are never meant to stay on the pages of Scripture. Each day at I AM ART Camp, the girls gather to hear the story of Ruth—not as a distant historical account, but as though Ruth herself were telling it. Through first-person storytelling, Scripture, and reflection, participants journey with a young woman who experienced
- [Freedom to See: Finding Beauty in the Unexpected](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/freedom-to-see-finding-beauty-in-the-unexpected/) - Sometimes the hardest part of creativity is letting go. When the girls in the Textures Workshop were asked to cut apart their finished artwork, one quiet participant discovered a powerful picture of God's patience and transforming love. What began as torn paper became a reminder that our stories, too, are still being beautifully restored.
- [Faithfully Returning: Christa Fuentes](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/faithfully-returning-christa-fuentes/) - After more than ten years serving at Oasis Residential Home, Christa Fuentes has learned something unexpected: the most meaningful moments rarely happen while she's teaching. A professional shoe designer from Guatemala, Christa has faithfully served with Athentikos for more than a decade, returning to Oasis whenever she can. She brings creativity, artistic excellence, and years
- [Freedom to Become: The Wooden Doll Workshop](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/freedom-to-become-the-wooden-doll-workshop/) - Sometimes freedom begins with picking up a tool you've never held before. For many of the girls at Oasis Residential Home in the Wood Workshop, it was their first experience sanding, drilling, carving, and assembling a piece of wood into something entirely their own. At first, the unfamiliar tools felt intimidating. Progress was slow. Mistakes
- [The Good Shepherd Community Mural](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/the-good-shepherd-community-mural/) - Long after the paint dried, one project from I AM ART 2026 continues to tell the story of an unforgettable week. A vibrant mural now covers an exterior wall at Opal House School. More than a beautiful work of art, it stands as a lasting reminder of what can happen when a community creates something
- [Discovering Freedom - I AM ART Oasis 2026](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/discovering-freedom-i-am-art-oasis-2026/) - Freedom doesn't usually arrive in a single moment—it grows through relationships. At I AM ART Camp with Oasis Residential Home, thirty girls discovered courage, belonging, and hope through creativity, community, and God's redeeming love. See how one week of shared stories, laughter, and art became a powerful reminder that freedom often begins one relationship at a time.
- ["Do I Belong?" Is The Question of Every Heart](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/do-i-belong-is-the-question-of-every-heart/) - There is a longing woven into every human heart: Where do I belong? At Athentikos, we believe God answers that question through relationship. The stories of Ruth and the Good Shepherd remind us that every person is created with purpose. That invitation shaped every moment of the fourth annual I AM ART Camp, held July
- [Seeing Restoration: Paper Mache Cameras](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/seeing-restoration-paper-mache-cameras/) - Finding Beauty in Broken Pieces At first glance, the paper mâché cameras created during I AM ART 2026 looked like colorful works of imagination. Built from recycled cardboard, paper, and found materials, each camera reflected the creativity and personality of its maker. But the project was designed to be much more than a sculpture. It
- [A Joy That Multiplies](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/a-joy-that-multiplies/) - Every year, before students arrive at I AM ART Camp, a team of volunteers gathers to prepare logistics, organize materials, and pray for the week ahead. Many have served with Athentikos before. Some are participating for the first time. Together, they represent the heart of a ministry built on relationships that have grown over many
- [Drawing (Grades 2-3)](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/drawing-grades-2-3/) - Lesson Plan by: Karinda daBoomLed by:Karinda, Maliyha, ValeriaCamp: Opal House I AM ART 2026 From self portraits, landscapes and squiggle drawings, the students developed their drawing skills while exploring the themes of identity, connection, brokenness and restoration. Read the Full Impact Report for Opal House I AM ART camp here.
- [Recycle & Reflect (Grades 1-2)](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/recycle-reflect-grades-1-2/) - Lesson Plan By Martita, Workshop Leaders: Martita, Jorge Pablo, Renata Creating connection with nature and each other through the formation of a collaborative tree and reflecting on identity by making recycled mirrors. Read the Full Impact Report for Opal House I AM ART camp here.
- [Oasis Camp: Recycled Trees](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/oasis-camp-recycled-trees/) - Lesson Plan & Workshop Leaders: Noe Chan & Angel Hernandez Read the Lesson Plan Details here.
- [Abstract Wire Sculpture](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/abstract-wire-sculpture/) - Art Lesson Plan by: Amelia Moore / Athentikos FounderCamp Photos from CEIVA SOY ARTE camp Looking for a meaningful art lesson that combines art history, sculpture, personal reflection, and creativity? This Abstract Wire Sculpture Workshop has become one of our favorite projects because it goes far beyond making something beautiful and can be adapted for
- [I AM ART Program Highlight: Large Group](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/i-am-art-program-highlight-large-group/) - Each day at I AM ART Camp begins with one of our favorite traditions—Large Group! It's a time when everyone comes together to play energetic games, sing songs, move, laugh, and prepare their hearts for the day ahead. More than just a fun start to the morning, Large Group builds community, introduces the daily theme,
- [Guazacapán 2026 Impact Report](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/guazacapan_impact_26/) - They came to make art. What they discovered was something much deeper. In Guazacapán, creativity became a mirror, revealing hidden strengths, untold stories, and new possibilities for the future. From first brushstrokes to moments of restoration, the journey reminded everyone involved that transformation often begins with the courage to create. Read the full report and experience the stories behind the impact.
- [I AM ART Team Workshop: When Artists Become Learners and Leaders Become Restored](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/i-am-art-team-workshop-when-artists-become-learners-and-leaders-become-restored/) - Each evening at I AM ART Camp in Guatemala, after a full day of serving and creating with students, the team gathered for something just for them—a sacred space to become the artists, learners, and storytellers. In this unique behind-the-scenes workshop, team members stepped into the very process they lead: reflection, conflict, vulnerability, and restoration.
- [Experiencing Culture, Growing in Heart: Our Time in Antigua, Guatemala](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/experiencing-culture-growing-in-heart-our-time-in-antigua-guatemala/) - Before diving into a full week of creative service at I AM ART Camp, our team began the journey in the historic city of Antigua, Guatemala—a place bursting with color, culture, and meaning. These moments weren’t just sightseeing—they were an intentional part of the I AM ART experience, helping us step into Guatemala’s story with
- [Little Hands, Big Impact: Preschool Art at Opal House](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/little-hands-big-impact-preschool-art-at-opal-house/) - One of the most joyful spaces during this year’s I AM ART camp at Opal House was the preschool art class, lovingly led by Lucia, Sandra, and Alicia Chach. These three sisters, rooted in the local community, partnered with U.S. team members Anna Long and Carter Brown to create a safe, wonder-filled space where the
- [Dancing with Joy and Purpose](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/dancing-with-joy-and-purpose/) - The I AM ART experience came alive at Opal House Summer 25 through rhythm, movement, and uncontainable joy—thanks to a powerful dance workshop led by volunteers Renata Delgado, Lucy Hernández, Jadon Baggett, and Amy Martinez. Our 1st and 2nd grade artists discovered that movement is more than motion—it’s a way to speak truth, strength, and
- [Weaving Beauty from Brokenness: Textiles Workshop](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/weaving-beauty-from-brokenness-textiles-workshop/) - This summer at Opal House in Guatemala, our youngest artists—1st and 2nd graders—stepped into a vibrant world of color, creativity, and transformation during the I AM ART Textiles Workshop. The workshop was led by college student Elena Baggett, who has spent the summer in Guatemala pouring her heart into both creativity and community. She was
- [Pressing into Meaning: The Printmaking Workshop](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/pressing-into-meaning-the-printmaking-workshop/) - Creativity became a sacred act of storytelling in the Opal House Summer 2025 Printmaking Workshop led by college senior Nathan Baggett from the University of Kentucky.Alongside assistants Kevin España, Maricor, and Joseph Whaley, Nathan guided campers through the robust, hands-on process of linoleum block printing—where art becomes a voice for both beauty and brokenness. Fish,
- [From Mandalas to Mosaics: A Journey of Brokenness and Beauty in the I AM ART Painting Workshop](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/from-mandalas-to-mosaics-a-journey-of-brokenness-and-beauty-in-the-i-am-art-painting-workshop/) - At this year’s I AM ART Camp in Guatemala, the Painting Workshop invited students into a powerful, faith-centered journey of identity, beauty, and restoration through art. Led by Amelia Moore, Mario Delgado, Elliot Moore, and Mia Gonzales, the workshop blended creative exploration with spiritual reflection—guiding young artists from nature-inspired mandalas to broken-tile mosaics that mirrored
- [The Heartbeat of I AM ART: Large Group Worship and Storytelling at Opal House, Guatemala](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/the-heartbeat-of-i-am-art-large-group-worship-and-storytelling-at-opal-house-guatemala/) - Each morning at Opal House, nearly 100 students and leaders gathered in a vibrant outdoor space overlooking the hills of Guatemala. This daily large group time wasn’t just a moment in the schedule—it became the heartbeat of the I AM ART Camp experience. Through music, movement, storytelling, and Scripture, the entire camp stepped into a
- [The Power of Small Things: Creative Rotations That Sparked Big Impact at I AM ART Guatemala](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/the-power-of-small-things-creative-rotations-that-sparked-big-impact-at-i-am-art-guatemala/) - Each afternoon at I AM ART Camp in Guatemala, students stepped into a series of hands-on creative rotations—mini art workshops that proved small moments can lead to lasting transformation. These short-form sessions gave children the opportunity to experiment with new materials, explore self-expression, and discover their identity in Christ through tactile, joyful artmaking. Whether weaving
- [Rooted in the Word: How Evening Bible Study Shaped the I AM ART Team in Guatemala](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/rooted-in-the-word-how-evening-bible-study-shaped-the-i-am-art-team-in-guatemala/) - Each evening at I AM ART Camp in Guatemala, after the last brushstroke had dried and the art supplies were packed away, our team gathered for a quiet, sacred moment under the stars. There, in the stillness of night, Dave Baggett led us through a powerful rhythm of Scripture, reflection, and restoration—a team Bible study
- [Rest, Reflect, Create: A Faith-Based Art Retreat for Teachers at I AM ART Guatemala](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/rest-reflect-create-a-faith-based-art-retreat-for-teachers-at-i-am-art-guatemala/) - Under the sheltering branches of a Guatemalan tree at Opal House, five passionate educators stepped into something rare—a creative, faith-filled retreat designed just for them. The I AM ART Teacher Workshop, led by Amy Martinez and Dave Baggett, unfolded over three intentional days of Bible study, personal storytelling, and hands-on artmaking. Set in the heart
- [Rest and Renewal: Post-Camp Reflection at Casa del Mundo, Guatemala](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/rest-and-renewal-post-camp-reflection-at-casa-del-mundo-guatemala/) - After a full week of pouring out through art, teaching, and spiritual connection at I AM ART Camp, our team embraced a sacred rhythm of restoration with an optional excursion to Casa del Mundo—a peaceful retreat carved into the volcanic cliffs above Lake Atitlán, Guatemala. This wasn’t a vacation.It was a pause with purpose—an intentional
- [Opal House Impact Report 2025](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/opal-house-impact-report-2025/) - IAA Opal House Summer 2025 impact report Healing through art, faith, and community. Because of you, lives were changed.Your generous support made it possible for children, families, and communities to experience healing, hope, and joy through the creative process of I AM ART. Together, we invited almost 100 participants to explore beauty, confront brokenness, and
- [Opal House Art Show](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/opal-house-art-show/) - Opal House Art Show Each I AM ART camp ends with a community art show, where participants proudly share the projects they’ve created. This gallery showcases the powerful story of hope, healing, and transformation. JOIN THE STORY Become a Creative Hero Join us in inspiring hope through art, faith, and community. Name(Required) First Last Email(Required)
- [Creativity That Points to the Creator](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/creativity-that-points-to-the-creator/) - How Visual Banners at CEIVA Helped Bring the I AM ART Themes to Life Not every lesson is delivered through words. At I AM ART Camp at CEIVA, large visual banners reinforced the week's spiritual themes, visible every day. Created by Athentikos Program Director in Guatemala, Kathlyn Chan, and missionary Liz Campbell, the banners were
- [Creativity That Sustains a Family](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/creativity-that-sustains-a-family/) - How a CEIVA Home Visit Revealed the Strength, Skill, and Dignity of Weaving One of the week’s most grounding experiences was a visit to the home of a family connected to the CEIVA school community. The family includes eight children, their mother, and their grandmother, all living together in humble conditions. Their home has dirt
- [Light That Finds Us](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/light-that-finds-us/) - How a Starry Night Painting Workshop Helped Students Discover Hope Through Creativity What happens when students are invited to see their lives through the lens of creativity? At I AM ART Camp at CEIVA School, a four-day painting workshop offered students a space to explore that question through art, reflection, and faith. Led by Grace
- [Shaping Hope by Hand](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/shaping-hope-by-hand/) - How a CEIVA Sculpture Workshop Helped Students See Restoration With Their Own Hands Some truths are easier to understand when you can touch them. At I AM ART Camp at CEIVA, a four-day sculpture workshop helped students experience one of the core messages of I AM ART in a tangible way: brokenness is real, but
- [Where the Story Begins](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/where-the-story-begins/) - How Daily Gatherings at CEIVA Connected Faith, Creativity, and Community Before the paint, the props, the printing, and the projects, each day at I AM ART Camp began the same way: together. Those daily large-group gatherings helped set the spiritual and relational tone for everything that followed. At the center of that time was the
- [Discovering Their Superpowers](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/discovering-their-superpowers/) - How a CEIVA Theater Workshop Helped Young Students Build Confidence, Creativity, and Belonging Some children need more than a lesson. They need a chance to be seen. At I AM ART Camp at CEIVA, the Super Powers Theater Workshop gave six young students exactly that: a playful, imaginative space where they could discover that their
- [A Room Filled With Courage](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/a-room-filled-with-courage/) - How the CEIVA Art Show Celebrated Creativity, Community, and Student Voices At the end of I AM ART Camp, the week’s creativity was gathered into one room—and so was the community. The Art Show Celebration gave students the opportunity to present their work to families, friends, and community members, marking the end of the week
- [From Pieces to Portraits](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/from-pieces-to-portraits/) - How a CEIVA Collage Workshop Helped Students Experience God’s Restoration Through Art Sometimes the most powerful part of the creative process is the moment everything gets cut apart. At I AM ART Camp at CEIVA, a collage workshop helped elementary students explore identity, brokenness, and restoration through one surprising material: their own artwork. Led by
- [When Creativity Becomes Healing](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/when-creativity-becomes-healing/) - How a Visit With a Local Artist Showed Students That Art Can Carry Hope One of the most powerful lessons of the week did not happen in a classroom. It happened in the studio of a local artist named Kenny. During a community visit, students met Kenny and heard how a devastating accident changed the
- [Ink, Fabric, and First Discoveries](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/ink-fabric-and-first-discoveries/) - How Screen Printing at CEIVA Turned First-Time Makers Into Confident Creators There is something unforgettable about making something with your own hands and realizing, “I did that.” At I AM ART Camp at CEIVA, the screen-printing station gave students that exact moment. Led by Grace Christian Academy teacher Bobby Miller and missionaries Liz Campbell, Anita
- [Ceiva 2026 Impact Report](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/ceiva-2026-impact-report/) - Guatemala · February 2026 CEIVA Impact Report A week of creative restoration in San Antonio Aguas Calientes, Guatemala—where students, volunteers, and local leaders discovered again that every voice matters, every story carries value, and God’s creativity is still making all things new. Experience the Story Overview What happened At CEIVA School, I AM ART created
- [Papier-Mâché at Guazacapán](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/papier-mache-at-guazacapan/) - March 2026 | Guazacapán, Santa Rosa, GuatemalaPartner: Semillas de Cambio (Seeds of Change)Participants: 9 Girls (Ages 12–14) The I AM ART Papier-Mâché Workshop provided a creative environment in which teenage girls explored themes of identity, beauty, and purpose by creating papier-mâché fish sculptures. The workshop encouraged participants to recognize that, just as every work of
- [Leadership Training at Guazacapán](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/leadership-training-at-guazacapan/) - March 2026 | Guazacapán, Santa Rosa, GuatemalaPartner: Semillas de Cambio (Seeds of Change)Participants: 14 Adult Women (Ministry Staff) The I AM ART training was designed to equip ministry staff with firsthand experience of the curriculum before serving at camp. Through watercolor painting, linocut printmaking, mixed-media collage, worship, reflection, and group discussion, participants explored the I
- [Sculpture at Guazacapán](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/sculpture-at-guazacapan/) - March 30–31, 2026 | Guazacapán, Santa Rosa, GuatemalaPartner: Semillas de Cambio (Seeds of Change)Participants: 10 Teen Boys and 2 Teachers (Ages 12–15) The Sculpture Workshop invited participants to explore themes of identity, connection, brokenness, and restoration through the creation of mixed-media sculptures. Using wire, paper, plaster, paint, and personal reflection, students discovered that they are
- [Print Making at Guazacapán](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/print-making-at-guazacapan/) - In March 2026, Athentikos partnered with Semillas de Cambio to lead a deeply meaningful Lino Cut Printmaking & Leaf Printing Workshop for eight young women ages 17–18 in Guazacapán, Santa Rosa, Guatemala. Led by Rosie Messeder with assistant Melanie Garcia, the workshop guided participants through the themes I AM ART, I AM BROKEN, I AM
- [Drawing at Guazacapán](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/drawing-at-guazacapan/) - Athentikos partnered with Semillas de Cambio to host a Drawing Workshop for nine teenagers ages 15–17 in Guazacapán, Santa Rosa, Guatemala. Led by Liz Loarca and Merli Garcia, alongside assistant Kristin Beyer, the two-day workshop combined drawing techniques, storytelling, and spiritual reflection through the themes: I Am Art, I Am Connected, I Am Broken, and
- [Recycled Art Guazacapán](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/recycled-art-guazacapan/) - In March 2026, the Athentikos team partnered with Semillas de Cambio in Guazacapán, Santa Rosa, Guatemala, for a powerful four-part Recycled Tree Art Workshop with students ages 16–18. Through art, storytelling, and reflection, participants journeyed through the themes: I AM ART, I AM BROKEN, I AM RESTORED, and I AM LOVED. Led by Noe Chan
- [Oasis 26](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/oasis-26/) - Oasis 26 June 20-27, 2026 register Transform Lives Through Faith & Creativity Use your creative talents to make a difference in the lives of under-resourced communities in a week-long art camp. Itinerary DAY 1 Greetings in Guatemala Upon arrival, your driver will take you on a scenic 60-minute journey to lodging near the Oasis home
- [Opal House 26](https://www.athentikos.com/2026/opal-house-26/) - Opal House 26 July 18 - 26, 2026 register Transform Lives Through Faith & Creativity Use your creative talents to make a difference in the lives of under-resourced communities in a week-long art camp. Itinerary DAY 1 Head to Opal House Upon arrival in Guatemala, travel 2 hours to your lodging for the week. Upon
- [IAA Chichi 25](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/iaa-chichi-25/) - IAA CHICHI 25 Sept 1-8, 2025 register Transform Lives Through Faith & Creativity Use your creative talents to make a difference in the lives of missionaries in a creative retreat. Itinerary DAY 1 Greetings in Guatemala Arrive, drive to Chicicastenango, and settle at the retreat center. DAYS 2-3 Prepare for I AM ART Prepare retreat
- [IAA Oasis Fall 25](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/iaa-oasis-fall-25/) - Nov 29-Dec 6, 2025 register Transform Lives Through Faith & Creativity Use your creative talents to make a difference in the lives of under-resourced communities in a week-long art camp. Itinerary DAY 1 Greetings in Guatemala Upon arrival, your driver will take you on a scenic 60-minute journey to lodging near the Oasis home in
- [IAA Oasis Summer 25](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/iaa-oasis-summer-25/) - June 21-28, 2025 register Transform Lives Through Faith & Creativity Use your creative talents to make a difference in the lives of under-resourced communities in a week-long art camp. Itinerary DAY 1 Greetings in Guatemala Upon arrival, your driver will take you on a scenic 60-minute journey to lodging near the Oasis home in San
- [IAA Opal House 25](https://www.athentikos.com/2025/iaa-opal-house-25/) - Creative Arts Mission Trip July 11-19, 2025. Register Today.
- [IAA Oasis Fall 2024](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/iaa-oasis-fall-2024/) - OASIS Fall 2024 NOV 29 - DEC 7, 2024 Kids Alive Oasis Girls Home Register for this trip Day 1 Greetings in Guatemala! Upon arrival at the airport, your driver will be waiting to accompany you on a scenic journey to the Airbnb in Antigua, approximately 90 minutes away from Guatemala City. Prepare to be
- [Guide to Gel Printing Custom T-Shirts for Events](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/guide-to-gel-printing-custom-t-shirts-for-events/) - Learn how to create custom T-shirts with gel printing for I AM ART events. This guide covers the process and the impact of wearable art on community building.
- [Color from Nature: How to Create and Use Natural, Plant-Based Dyes and Paints for Your Art Projects](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/color-from-nature-how-to-create-and-use-natural-plant-based-dyes-and-paints-for-your-art-projects/) - Creating and using natural, plant-based dyes and paints is a fulfilling way to connect with nature, explore your creativity, and embrace sustainability.
- [The Power of Surprise in Creativity and Learning](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/the-power-of-surprise-in-creativity-and-learning/) - Surprise is a transformative element that has the power to elevate any experience
- [How to Stamp Beautiful Designs onto Fabric With Plants and Vegetables](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/how-to-stamp-beautiful-designs-onto-fabric-with-plants-and-vegetables/) - Creating organic patterns on fabric using plants and vegetables is a fun and accessible process that anyone can try. Here’s how to get started.
- [Host a Weekend Creative Workshop in Your Neighborhood](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/host-a-weekend-creative-workshop-in-your-neighborhood/) - Hosting a neighborhood creative workshop is a beautiful way to bring people together, foster community, and provide an opportunity for self-expression.
- [Weaving Walls Change the Fabric of Your Community](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/weaving-walls-change-the-fabric-of-your-community/) - Weaving walls beautify a space, strengthen community bonds, and offer significant mental health benefits for those involved.
- [The Benefits of Neurographic Art Making](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/the-benefits-of-neurographic-art-making/) - In the art world, there’s a unique and powerful practice blending creativity, mindfulness, and personal growth: Neurographic Art. This innovative technique is more than just a method of drawing. It’s a journey into your subconscious, a way to transform stress into calm, and a tool for unlocking your deepest creative potential. Whether you’re an experienced
- [Art as Healing on a Mission Trip](https://www.athentikos.com/2024/art-as-healing-on-a-mission-trip/) - Anna Long reflects on the impact of Art as Healing in a Mission Trip to Guatemala with Athentikos I AM ART. Anna Long
- [Am I a Product of My Decisions or Circumstances?](https://www.athentikos.com/2014/decisions-or-circumstances/) - I recently read a quote that said, "I'm not a product of my circumstances, I am a product of my decisions." That phrase has been like a splinter buried in my skin, constantly irritating and demanding attention. I've wrestled with it over and over and tried to figure out why it bothers me. Then, it dawned
- [Cross-Cultural Creative Arts](https://www.athentikos.com/2014/cross-cultural-creative-arts/) - We're planning a cross-cultural creative arts project for Guatemala and Tennessee. Julia and I are part of the Fall 2014 Athentikos I Am Art Team. We spent several hours the other day with Scott and Amelia collaborating and brainstorming art projects for our I Am Art workshop. I have been a little overwhelmed with the idea of
- [Excited, Nervous, But Mostly Excited to Empower Through Creative Arts](https://www.athentikos.com/2014/excited-nervous-mostly-excited-empower-creative-arts/) - Excited, somewhat nervous, but mostly excited to empower through creative arts. That’s how I would describe my pre-trip status. I am constantly reminding myself that I am not in control, constantly thinking “It's not about me.” I see evidence all of the time that there is a bigger plan in place and I trust in
- [What Do You Want To Do?](https://www.athentikos.com/2014/whatdoyouwant/) - I remember that meeting at Panera Bread. Scott and I had been trying to connect for about a year at that point but our mutual friend Major insisted that we had to do it this time. Scott sat across from me at that outside table, sunny day, with few patrons walking in and out of
- [Embracing Conflict Amplifies Authenticity](https://www.athentikos.com/2014/embracing_conflict_amplifies_authenticity/) - Embracing conflict amplifies authenticity. We spent six months developing the I Am Art curriculum and empowering our artists to leverage it in their art forms. Our goal was to empower these children to see themselves as beautiful art of the I AM, filled with purpose in God’s greater story. We know that many of these children
- [The Sound of the Rain Needs No Translation](https://www.athentikos.com/2014/sound-rain-needs-no-translation/) - Between November 10th and November 15th, I taught a creative writing and painting workshop at Athentikos' I Am Art camp in Guatemala City, Guatemala. Several artists from the United States banded together, left the comfort of their homes and families, and journeyed into the heart of Zone 18, an area of Guatemala City riddled with violence,
- [Reward is in the Art Itself](https://www.athentikos.com/2015/reward-art/) - David Lee taught a music workshop in Athentikos: I Am Art Fall 2014, and learned that "the reward was the art itself, manifested through the children."I Am Art Guatemala Fall 2014 was a HUGE success!Athentikos partnered with CMT and Hope for Guatemala to empower at-risk children in Zone 18 of Guatemala City, a red zone
- [Through the eyes of my Guatemalan sons.](https://www.athentikos.com/2015/family_trip_2015/) - After years of producing films in Guatemala, I saw the country through the eyes of my Guatemalan sons, during our 1st family trip to their birth country. Born through adoption After 15 trips to Guatemala, I was able to see Guatemala through the eyes of my sons, a mirror to my soul. It was
- [Post Athentikos](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/post-athentikos/) - The A Team is officially waist deep in post production of Athentikos: Guatemala. We meet every Monday night to discuss the stories, the edits and everything that will surround this documentary. It is an exciting process to see all the creative aspects come together through such an amazing group of professionals. To see a few
- [THAT'S A WRAP](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/thats-a-wrap/) - We just wrapped production after two weeks of long days in various locations around Guatemala. The stories we captured are amazing and we are very excited to share them with the world. Fortunately, we made it through without too much illness. A few of our team began to have stomach issues yesterday, but nothing extremely
- [Chicken Buses and X- Gang Members](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/chicken-buses-and-x-gang-members/) - Ramiro, Marko and Myself boarded a Chicken Bus headed to Guatemala City this morning. There were no chickens but it did get packed with people. Once we left Antigua the bus driver was flying. We thought we would make Guat City in about thirty minutes. However, he did have to stop several times to pick
- [Tres Magnificos](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/tres-magnificos/) - We have had a productive week in Antigua and Ciudad Vieja. We wrapped one of our stories yesterday after three long days of production. The Ortiz family was such a blessing to work with. We spent two days documenting their routines at their house and then followed their three children at school. Interestingly, despite the
- [Antigua](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/antigua/) - We left Guatemala City on Thursday afternoon to head to one of the most incredible cities in the world ... Antigua, Guatemala. We slept in on Friday and relaxed by the pool at Hotel Antigua. It was nice to have some R&R after working so hard for over a week. We stopped by a few
- [Athenti-Kast: Episode III](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/athenti-kast-episode-iii/) - We had some busy days previously but this episode Bengy and I shoot from the cemetary, we visit Shorty and Tita in La Limonada, get Cesar down and dirty in the dump and head to Antigua. [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/a-kast-ep3.mov[/podcast]
- [T-Minus 14 Days](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/t-minus-14-days/) - Two weeks from today we will step onto a plane anticipating inspiration. We travel back to Guatemala on July 29 to continue production for our documentary. For the last 7 months we have edited footage, focused it down and woven several stories together into a greater story of hope in the midst of need. This
- [First Preview Event](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/first-preview-event/) - Last night our team hosted a Preview Event, "A Vision To Inspire" to start getting the word out about our documentary project. Chris Wheeler emceed the evening and shared statistics about Guatemala, Amy Stroup and Mary Hooper sang a few songs, we played a team video highlighting our Jan trip, a Trailer for the project,
- [New Site Design](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/new-site-design/) - As we update our new website, we are also updating the blog design as well so if it acts a little funky in the time being, please be patient, we are working through all the bugs. Thanks!
- [Creativity Takes Courage](https://www.athentikos.com/2014/creativity-takes-courage/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″] I’m heading to Guatemala again next month! It’s hard to blog something new about my experience and our work with at-risk kids in Guatemala because I feel like I “talk” about it all the time! Yes, Guatemala has become part of our lives. What started as a life-changing journey to adopt
- [Reflections on I Am Art](https://www.athentikos.com/2014/reflections-on-i-am-art/) - It’s been several months since returning home from my first trip to Guatemala with the Athentikos team, and I can honestly say that it crosses my mind at least once a day. I felt very strongly from the moment I learned about this trip that I couldn’t say no to an opportunity like this; an opportunity
- [I Love Guatemala - Kali Pliego](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/i-love-guatemala-kali-pliego/) - By Kali Pliego About 10 years ago, during my third trip to Guatemala, and halfway though a semester abroad, I naively professed my love for all things Guatemala to a man who told me, “If you’re telling me that you love Guatemalans, then I’m telling you—you must not know many Guatemalans.” He was a North
- [Tamagochy](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/tamagochy/) - Tamagochy is a Guatemalan icon, made famous for his performances in the streets of historic Antigua, Guatemala. We saw him performing during our scouting trip in 2011 and were totally blown away by his creative talent. We first noticed the crowd surrounding him and wondered why everyone was gathered. We approached the crowd to explore and
- [Prodigal Clown - A Symbolic Story of Their Lives](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/prodigal-clown-scene-1/) - Street youth joined professional entertainers on June 16, 2012 to present a symbolic story of their lives and honor a fallen hero. Professional Clown Italo Castro, devoted himself to mentoring street youth and became a father figure to many - even opening his home to them. Sadly, he tragically drowned in 2011. In the wake
- [A Child's Barrier to Education](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/a-childs-barrier-to-education/) - “Homelessness is not a sufficient reason to separate students from the mainstream school environment”...argues legislation introduced last month. On April 25, 2013, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) introduced “The Educational Success for Children and Youth Without Homes Act of 2013”. This legislation aims to strengthen parts of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act originally passed and
- [My authenticity was challenged in prison](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/my-authenticity-was-challenged-in-prison/) - My authenticity was challenged in prison. I wasn't incarcerated for committing a crime, but I was certainly a prisoner of ignorance. It took the wisdom of an "outlaw" to set me free. It was 2008 and Amelia and I were in Guatemala to receive our second adopted son, Elliot. We traveled to Guatemala several times
- [Diving Into Documentary Production](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/diving-into-documentary-production/) - Diving into documentary production is like diving into the ocean. It's breathtakingly beautiful, but you can easily drown in it. A year ago today I said goodbye to my family to spend 2 1/2 months in Guatemala producing Becoming Fools. At the time, I was anxious to get to Guatemala to start capturing the story.
- [More Than A Trophy](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/more-than-a-trophy/) - We gained more than a trophy at the Omaha Film Festival. Despite a total white-out blizzard, the turnout was pretty decent. Over 50 students, teachers, filmmakers, parents, grandparents, friends and family braved the snow to experience Becoming Fools in Omaha. We learned that there were at least another 100 people who planed to come, but
- [Real Social Innovation ... Straight from TED Talks](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/real-social-innovationstraight-from-ted-talks/) - In 2008, Athentikos was founded through a calling of authentic response to tell inspiring stories of hope through the art of story. Over the years, we have sought to do so in a way that is self-sustaining. But now, as we begin the process of marketing our second documentary, Becoming Fools, we are unfortunately little
- [Love Lived Out On Film: Becoming Fools Review](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/loved-lived-out-on-film-becoming-fools-review/) - Our supporters have kept us going through the ups and downs of production of Reparando and Becoming Fools. It encourages us to hear the stories and see the ways God is using our films to inspire authentic response in the United States, Guatemala and around the world. One of our faithful supporters is Kali Pliego.
- [A Filmmaker's Response to Film Festivals](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/a-filmmakers-response-to-film-festivals/) - Film festivals are a mixed bag when it comes the effectiveness of exposure for a film. On one hand, getting your film shown at a film festival instantly gains you a laurel, you know, one of those leafy little graphics wrapped around the film festival name. You're proud to show it off on any postcard, movie poster
- [Omaha Film Festival / Press Release](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/omaha-film-festival-press-release/) - Athentikos heads to the Omaha Film Festival this week to premiere "Becoming Fools." For those of you in the area (or know someone in Omaha), please join us in celebrating this story. Here is the press release for the film. Filmmakers inspire hope in Guatemala by “Becoming Fools” Non-profit organization, Athentikos, premieres feature-length documentary Becoming
- [The Official Becoming Fools Movie Trailer](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/the-official-becoming-fools-movie-trailer/) - Drum roll, please …. After much anticipation, we are thrilled to release the official Becoming Fools Movie Trailer. We're not yet finished with the film, but we're close. It's in the final phase of post-production: coloring, music, mixing, animation, art, and credits. After a year of pre-production and research, 6 months of production and 6
- [Tie-Dye Banner at Art Camp 2012](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/tie-dye-banner-at-art-camp-2012/) - This year I wanted at Art Camp to create a memorable art masterpiece as a group that would be a reminder throughout the year of the fun we had, the friends we made and the lessons we learned. Through much planning and experimenting, I came up with the idea to create a tie-dye banner to
- [Becoming Fools is an official selection for the 2013 Omaha Film Festival](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/2013-omaha-film-festival/) - Becoming Fools is an official selection for the 2013 Omaha Film Festival! We are grateful for the opportunity to share Becoming Fools with Omaha and look forward to enjoying the festival events! We would love to pack the house. Please save the date: Becoming Fools will screen sometime during the festival between March 6-10, 2013.
- [Music Class at Art Camp 2012](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/music-class-at-art-camp-2012/) - Hello All! My name is Tina. I had the pleasure of teaching the Music class at Art Camp this year. The main focus of the ValorArte 2012 was discovering how we are treasures of God. In our Music class, we created drums. The drums made beautiful rhythms, while also teaching the kids important lessons on their personal
- [Behind The Scenes: Cameras!](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/behind-the-scenes-cameras/) - I recently created and published a video talking about one of the cameras we used on the 'Becoming Fools' production, the Canon C300. I got such a great response I decided to also publish it here as well. I know it's more of a tech type video but I added quite a bit of behind
- [Why do we keep marching forward in something that seems so foolish?](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/why-do-we-keep-marching-forward-in-something-that-seems-so-foolish/) - Why do we keep marching forward in something that seems so foolish? Seriously, sometimes I wonder if I am just stubborn or stupid. Either way, we are foolish for marching forward. Today, I finally finished editing Becoming Fools … and … we received our first response back from a film festival in which we submitted
- [Latin America Leads the World in Happiness](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/latin-america-leads-the-world-in-happiness/) - The Christmas season is a time of reflection and celebration for the One who gave us life, but unfortunately, this season often adds stress to our already stressed out culture. For years, cultural studies have proven again and again that our country is far from happy, and not just during the Christmas season. One of
- [Recycled Materials Creation Class at Art Camp 2012](https://www.athentikos.com/2013/recycled-materials-creation-class-at-art-camp-2012/) - If we describe what “Creation” means, we usually would use the definition of creating something using our imagination, but if we take the definition from the Bible, like we at Art Camp ValorArte 2012, we will use the definition of “producing something from nowhere”, like God did it with us. He was so inspired and
- [2012 was a year of adventure and blessing for Athentikos](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/2012-was-a-year-of-adventure-and-blessing-for-athentikos/) - We are grateful to be able to share the journey of 2012 with you: Athentikos took a risk and began production on the Becoming Fools documentary without full funding, believing God would provide. As of December 2012, the film is 75% complete. Homeless youth were mentored by professional artists for over 5 months in preparation
- [Self-Portrait Collage Class at Art Camp](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/self-portraits-collage-at-art-camp/) - I (Amelia Moore) had the honor of teaching a collage class again at this year’s Art Camp. In addition to photography, I have a love for the creative art of collage. I love working with various materials to create an art piece! For me, its an exciting challenge to search through materials I have on
- [Hearts Touched by Art](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/hearts-touched-by-art/) - Another successful year at Art Camp! 92 children from La Limonada attended this year’s Art Camp at the beach in Puerto Barrios, Guatemala. La Limonada, home to these children, is one of the largest slums in Central America. It is also home to gang violence, drugs, extreme poverty and lack of opportunity. This weeklong Art
- [Grand Rapids Radio Interview](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/grand-rapids-radio-interview/) - Scott and I (Bobby were up in Grand Rapids, Michigan talking with people and organizations who are well acquainted with Athentikos and the film "Reparando." While up there, the radio station WCSG invited us to come in and talk a little bit about Becoming Fools. John Balyo and his co-host Amanda were gracious enough to
- [Hiking Pacaya Part 2](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/hiking-pacaya-part-2/) - Hiking Pacaya Part 2 from Athentikos on Vimeo. The 2nd to last day of primary film production for Becoming Fools, we had an afternoon off so spontaneously the crew decided to hike an active volcano just outside of Antiqua called Pacaya. At the time we thought it was a little crazy but we had
- [Micro-loans: Infographic Explains How They Change the World](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/micro-loans-infographic-explains-how-they-change-the-world/) - Daily Infographic released a post about micro-loans and how they are changing the economic landscape of impoverished countries. This caught our eye because we saw micro-loans first hand during the production of Reparando. In fact, we even included a short as extra content on the Reparando DVD that covers micro-loans and micro-financing. You can see a sample of that content here. Micro-Enterprise
- [ValorArte: Value Art, Value Yourself](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/valorarte-value-art-value-yourself/) - Crayons, paint, markers, LEGOs, banners, theatre, games, masquerade party, water balloon volleyball, swimming, screaming, singing, dancing and being free to be yourself: all beautiful memories from last year’s Art Camp and hopes for this year's camp, ValorArte. ValorArte, the name of this year's Art Camp is a play on words in Spanish. “Valor” means “To
- [Hiking Pacaya Part 1](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/hiking-pacaya-part-1/) - Hiking Pacaya Part 1 from Athentikos on Vimeo. The 2nd to last day of primary film production for Becoming Fools, we had an afternoon off so spontaneously the crew decided to hike an active volcano just outside of Antiqua called Pacaya. At the time we thought it was a little crazy but we had
- [Behind the Scenes: Production Clothing](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/production-clothing/) - A couple of weeks ago I posted on my blog about the clothing I chose to use while in Guatemala filming "Becoming Fools." So I thought I'd share this article here to give you a little more of a behind the scenes look (more so than others!) of what goes into filming a documentary. Here's
- [The Big Sleep 2012](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/the-big-sleep-2013/) - During Becoming Fools production in Guatemala, I think everyone on the Athentikos team thought at one time or another what it would be like to live in the streets. We developed close relationships with so many kids who didn't have to imagine because the streets had been their home for so many years. This week
- [Hot or Cold? Challenges in Any Weather](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/hot-or-cold-challenges-in-any-weather/) - Homelessness is a global problem. Unpredictable and harsh conditions create unique challenges in each climate for people living without shelter. Even the weather here in Tennessee can be challenging to the homeless population. Although the specific focus of Becoming Fools is concerned with homeless youth in Guatemala City, but our hope is that Becoming Fools
- [My Experience: More Than Words Can Express](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/my-experience/) - It is hard to believe how quickly the last 7 months have gone by. It is even harder to grasp how much I learned and experienced during my time in Guatemala, about Guatemala, about the world, about God, about appreciating the things He has blessed me with, about myself, about managing a team, about coordinating
- [Tired, Loco, Busy...](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/tired-loco-busy/) - By: Matt Eldredge In preparing for my return trip to Guatemala to help on production for Becoming Fools, I heard a lot of keywords of what to expect like tired, loco, busy, long, tired, hectic, tired, etc...I tried to plan ahead with which audio adapters to bring and just be mentally ready for the hard
- [To Become a Fool](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/to-become-a-fool/) - By: Tyler Bradley It is crazy to believe that a little over a month ago I was in Guatemala with some amazing people, spreading the Gospel and capturing life in a very raw sense. I have been out of the United States several times, but this was the first trip that had a layered agenda,
- [The Heart Behind the Production](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/the-heart-behind-the-production/) - Going Back Have you ever been to a place (vacation destination, location for missions, etc) that you haven't been too in a while where upon arrival it's all familiar but either the purpose or situation dictates a totally different experience? If so, then I know how you feel! For me, going back to Guatemala to
- [A Moment of Applause Fills the Soul](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/a-moment-of-applause/) - Nothing fills the soul like applause. As the receiver and the giver. So many emotions flood that one moment: the sense of accomplishment, the sorrow of the end, the struggle of the hard work and the desire for more. It is reflection of countless hours of rehearsal and sacrifice; and of the belief that you
- [Welcome to the A-team, Brandon](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/welcome-to-the-a-team-brandon/) - We are very excited to welcome our new intern, Brandon Rojano, to the A-team. He is working on his media production degree at the University of Houston, and has volunteered about 6 weeks of his summer to help us with video update stories in Guatemala. We would like to give him this chance to introduce
- [New Becoming Fools Teaser](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/new-becoming-fools-teaser/) - Here is an updated teaser for the documentary Becoming Fools. Please spread the word.
- [Sip Smoothies, Share Smiles and Support Athentikos](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/sip-smoothies-share-smiles-and-support-athentikos/) - 9 Fruits Nashville Fundraiser June 1 Join the Athentikos team at 9 Fruits in Cool Spring Friday June 1 at 7:30pm to hear about our new film project. Scott, Ericha & Jonathan will be skyping in from Guatemala too. Proceeds from the smoothie sales will be going to the Becoming Fools project. Can't make the
- [We Believe Because We Are Becoming Fools](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/we-believe-because-we-are-becoming-fools/) - Guatemala's statistics seem hopeless, but we believe we can make a difference because we are Becoming Fools. We spent the afternoon with an incredibly sweet family who are featured in Becoming Fools. A single mother who was deaf and mute, was murdered in February, leaving her four children to live with their grandmother. That is
- [Everything works better together](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/everything-works-better-together-2/) - Athentikos, FreedomGuatemala, PorUnaCausa and Weyaverde joined forces at Monkibú. The event was multi-purpose, directed at benefiting all organizations involved, in addition to raising awareness about recycling and the issue of children living in the street. Monkibú, a fun center for kids, hosted an event to teach kids about recycling. Toy Story characters Buzz Lightyear, Woody
- [Intentional Collisions](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/intentional-collisions/) - Seek the journey that seems impossible & out of reach. That is where you find true friends. The last three weeks have been full and diverse. Actually, diverse is a nice way of saying stretched thin. We've had long days of meetings, researching, scouting, production, logging footage, editing … and more meetings. Toss in lack
- [Guate Cirko](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/guate-cirko/) - We are excited that the very talented Guate Cirko is collaborating with us in the Voz De Las Calles event at Teatro Abril in Guatemala City on June 16, 2012. Here is a look at their Comparsa event earlier this year.
- [Production Update Video - April 26, 2012](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/production-update-video-april-26-2012/) - Here is a fun look at clown rehearsal with the street youth, Fergie and Nelson. We're excited about the progress!
- [Beauty is ...](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/beauty-is/) - We were checking out at the grocery store the other day, and my son Micah said, "Hey dad, there's a picture of Guatemala." I turned around and noticed he was pointing at this magazine. I had to hide my tears because his observation struck a chord in my soul. He was talking about the country of
- [Reparando continues touching lives](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/reparando-continues-touching-lives/) - After spending time in Antigua at a YWAM site, Guy Crook contacted Athentikos to share his response to Reparando. He expressed his passion for Athentikos and Reparando, after having seen Reparando while on a mission trip in Guatemala last year. YWAM Antigua's mission is to know and love God and make Him known in Antigua,
- [International Day For Street Children](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/international-day-for-street-children/) - Imagine yourself for a moment as a kid again. But this time, your parents are gone, you do not know the next time you will eat, you have no roof over your head when you sleep, and you don't know where to hide from the abuse of strangers, gang members or even the police. You have no
- [Questioning Reality](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/questioning-reality/) - I knew this day would eventually come. To be honest, I wasn't looking forward to it. But I could never wrap my brain around why. Perhaps I was just scared. But today was the day. Micah came home from school today and explained that kids at school said he was adopted and had another mother.
- [It's a Team Effort](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/its-a-team-effort/) - The kids involved in Fergie’s classes are not the only ones learning. Throughout my time here in Guatemala and throughout production, I have been learning a lot about filming, photography, technology, scheduling shoots, coordinating crew members, organizing transportation, and even a bit little of clowning. Our Guatemala production team is learning too, as they are authentically
- [Clowning Around](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/clowning-around/) - We are well underway in the process of ‘Becoming Fools’! Clowning is a performance art. It’s experiential. It’s theatre. And ... it’s cathartic. Clowning can help these kids process their tragic stories and better understand their wounds. Clowning can also empower these kids to begin to communicate their stories non-verbally - in a way that
- [Qué mundo tan pequeño!](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/que-mundo-tan-pequeno/) - Today was a busy day! I visited the street kids of El Tanque with At Risk No More, and then we drove two blocks down the street to spend some time with María the Doll Lady, who everyone has grown to love from the movie Reparando. We greeted her in the street, and she immediately
- [Renewing the Heart of a Child](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/renewing-the-heart-of-a-child/) - One of the greatest blessings of producing documentary film is the opportunity to learn from interviews. It begins as a conversation that in itself is enlightening, but ultimately the wisdom of an interview is revealed at a much more profound level during the editing process. A much clearer picture presents itself when interviews are listened
- [Teatro Abril will host Becoming Fools Live Event](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/teatro-abril-will-host-becoming-fools-live-event-2/) - We have secured Teatro Abril as the venue for our live clowning event this June, and we couldn’t be more excited! Teatro Abril is one of the most historic and celebrated theaters in Guatemala City, known for its amazing charm. Marble floors, spiraling staircases, ornate European-inspired statues
- [Streets kids attend clown show at National Theater](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/streets-kids-attend-clown-show-at-national-theater/) - On Sunday, Feb 12, 2012, the Athentikos Guatemala team and primary characters from Becoming Fools went to a show performed by Pancho Toralla in Teatro de Cámara of National Theater of Guatemala. During the show, Pancho Toralla, professionally known as Panchorizo, showcased a variety of talents including juggling, miming, singing, playing several instruments and dancing
- [Organize & Evaluate](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/organize-evaluate/) - Film production is as much about organization as it is passion and creativity. Documentaries like Becoming Fools are unique in that the story is not scripted in detail at the beginning. We can set a scope for the story, but we must capture details as they happen and develop the story along the way. There
- [Organize & Evaluate](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/organize-evaluate-2/) - Film production is as much about organization as it is passion and creativity. Documentaries like Becoming Fools are unique in that the story is not scripted in detail at the beginning. We can set a scope for the story, but we must capture details as they happen and develop the story along the way. There
- [Reparando sparks conversation at Healing Waters](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/reparando-sparks-conversation-at-healing-waters/) - “To say that it was ‘spot on’ and a blessing is to understate its impact and the work of the Holy Spirit in our training room.” These are the words from Ed Anderson, Chief Executive Officer of Healing Waters, after sharing Reparando with several ministry partners. Ed shares, “I wanted to present something that helped
- [Yo estoy en Guatemala!!](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/yo-estoy-en-guatemala/) - After a long trip here, and a busy first couple of days I am starting to get used to living here in Guatemala and loving it! My bags are unpacked and although I don’t know my way around all of Guatemala City, I am starting get an idea of where different locations are around the
- [Becoming Fools production officially begins.](https://www.athentikos.com/2012/becoming-fools-production-officially-begins/) - We spent three weeks in Guatemala during the month of November to officially begin production for Becoming Fools. During this time, we interviewed 24 people including street youth, professional clowns, government officials, church ministries, foster families, rehabilitation participants and organizations responding to the needs of homeless youth. We also captured footage at several clowning events
- [Art Camp 2011](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/art-camp-2011/) - Thanks to a grant from LEGO, Athentikos was able to partner with Lemonade International to take children from one of Central America's largest slum communities to a week long Art Camp on the Guatemalan coast. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHT VIDEO BELOW. The camp was appropriately named ‘Emocionarte’, a combination of the Spanish words for emotion and
- [Green Light For Becoming Fools](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/green-light-for-becoming-fools/) - We purchased airline tickets to Guatemala. Two weeks from today we will board a plane to Guatemala and Becoming Fools will officially move from Pre-Production status to Production! I cannot even begin to explain the excitement that is building in our hearts! If you have not already done so, please make your pledged donation directly
- [Moving Forward](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/moving-forward/) - Thank you for backing Becoming Fools! We received a $10,000 check today. With that we've raised over $100,000! Unfortunately we did not reach our goal of $150,000, therefore NO MONEY will be transferred due to Kickstarter's policies. But we are not giving up. With your help, this film can still get underway ... We want
- [Remembering](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/remembering/) - We're 48 days into the campaign with two days left to raise our goal … and we have a ways to go to get there. I can remember other times in my life when things seemed impossible. During times like these, I like to go back and read old journal entries that describe road blocks
- [Storyboards from Major - The Athentikos Art Ninja](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/storyboards-from-major-the-athentikos-art-ninja/) - PLEASE PLEDGE TODAY SO THESE DRAWINGS CAN BE TURNED INTO A FILM AND IGNITE A MOVEMENT!
- [Happy Birthday, Micah!](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/happy-birthday-micah/) - (Campaign update: $46,525 pledged // 237 Backers // 2,744 Likes // 13 Days Remaining with $103,475 to raise) I'd like to introduce to to someone very special. He is sort of the catalyst behind both Reparando and Becoming Fools and he doesn't even know it … yet. His name is Micah. He isn't a homeless
- [Partnership Organization: At Risk No More](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/partnership-organization-at-risk-no-more/) - (Campaign update: $45,575 pledged // 237 Backers // 2,744 Likes // 14 Days Remaining with $104,425 to raise) At Athentikos, we expose needs through inspiring stories. Becoming Fools is an inspiring story. Part of our model is to use our web site to connect audiences to organizations responding to specific issues .. in this case
- [I Can't Sleep](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/i-cant-sleep/) - Today it stuck me - we have two weeks left to raise our Kickstarter goal so we can tell this story. This reality keeps me up at night. I started thinking back to try to remember why and how we got to this point today. I thought through the last several months and all of
- [Bonus Incentives!](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/bonus-incentives/) - That's right, we only have three more weeks until our campaign is over on October 5. To celebrate the interest and momentum in the campaign, we are offering some very special gifts FOR FREE. Over 2300 people have "Liked" our Becoming Fools Kickstarter Project page. We really appreciate the encouragement and wish we could produce
- [Sharing Hope - Willy & Mefi](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/sharing-hope-willy-mefi/) - In this heartwarming video update filmed last week in Guatemala, "Willy the Magician" and "Mefi the Juggler", two boys who grew up on the streets of Guatemala City show us their talents and share some of their hope for the future. There are thousands of kids like this who need help. We cried when we
- [BECOMING FOOLS - WORLD PREMIERE CONTEST](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/1542-2/) - YOU get to decide where we host the WORLD PREMIERE! The city that raises the most financial support for the Becoming Fools Kickstarter Campaign will host the world premiere of the film FOR FREE*! Here's how it works: 1. Back Becoming Fools on Kickstarter before Oct 5, 2011. http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/306542054/becoming-fools-a-documentary 2. Include the nearest major city
- [More than a film - Becoming Fools for Gabriela](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/more-than-a-film-becoming-fools-for-gabriela/) - Joel Van Dyke, our friend and mission partner in Guatemala sent us this update about a recent breakfast with organizations who serve the needs of street youth. This update does an incredible job of bridging Reparando and Becoming Fools and also explains how this project is so much more than a film. Update From Joel[divider
- [Clowns - Standing in the Gap Between Tragedy and Comedy](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/clowns-standing-in-the-gap-between-tragedy-and-comedy/) - You can listen to this update from Director Scott Moore by clicking the icon below. Love them or hate them, most people have an emotional memory of clowns. Clowns are like the Easter Bunny or Santa Claus, except they're more colorful …. and more real. Clowns are important to the story of Becoming Fools for
- [The 'Becoming Fools' Campaign Still Needs You](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/the-becoming-fools-campaign-still-needs-you/) - Thank you for all you've done so far to tell your friends and family about our campaign for our new film 'Becoming Fools' on Kickstarter.com. 129 people have said they want to help street kids in Guatemala by pledging your support, raising over $25,000! We are honored and blessed by this generosity. Help us reach $45,000
- [LEGO awards Athentikos grant for La Limonada Art Camp](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/lego-awards-athentikos-grant-for-la-limonada-art-camp/) - We are super excited to share this news with you: Athentikos received $4,000 from LEGO to support Art Camp in La Limonada the slum area featured in 'Reparando.' La Limonada is one of Latin America’s largest, most dangerous slums in Guatemala City, La Limonada. The LEGO headquarters in Denmark awarded Athentikos a $4,000 grant in
- [Walking Forward in Faith](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/walking-forward-in-faith-2/) - I have used the phrase, "walking forward in faith" a few times recently to describe my current season of life. Its a phrase I have often heard. I might have even used it a few times myself. But, I don't think I have ever understood the depth and meaning of those simple words strung together
- [Kickstarter Update - 02](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/1522-2/) - Our partners are hard at work building relationships and serving needs. Fergie is a clown who volunteers with the organization At Risk No More. He spends time with the street kids every Thursday afternoon and takes kids interested in clowning to a local park or church building to train because he doesn't have a facility.
- [Kickstarter Update - 01](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/kickstarter-update-01/) - Make a pledge today and help us tell this story.
- [Big Week](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/big-week-2/) - After 3 months of preparation, we officially launched our Kickstarter Campaign on Tuesday to fund the documentary "Becoming Fools". The first two days have been very encouraging! 5% of our goal has been funded and we have 48 days remaining. We are excited about the progress and very thankful for the 39 project backers who
- [Help Kickstart 'Becoming Fools!'](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/help-kickstart-becoming-fools/) - Our Kickstarter Campaign to fund the film 'Becoming Fools’ is LIVE! Our fund raising goal is $150,000. We will have 50 days to raise this goal. August 16, 2011 - October 4, 2011 YOU CAN HELP TODAY It is sort of like an online "PBS telethon" ... Pledge levels will start at $25, and
- [A Perfect God vs. Imperfect Nation](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/a-perfect-god-vs-imperfect-nation/) - Story telling in film is difficult - not only because it takes enormous resources to produce, but also because when you are finished, everyone responds differently. Some people adore "the baby". Others despise it ... and some don't even take the time to watch it. Being a passionate but contemplative man, I sometimes spend too
- [Ringing Out of Control](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/ringing-out-of-control-2/) - I consider myself a strategic thinker. I like intentionality. On a practical level, that means I put a lot of thought into something before I pursue it. I count costs, develop a plan of attack, and then once there is a clear target … I dive in and invest my entire being into whatever it
- [A Buzzing Mosquito](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/a-buzzing-mosquito/) - When you lose your job it stings. It takes the wind out of you. The security that you once leaned upon is suddenly gone and you struggle to find a new sense of security. When your wife loses her job within a month of you losing your job, it sort of makes you question security
- ["Trophies of Grace" Photographic Prints now available!](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/trophies-of-grace-photographic-prints-now-available/) - We are super excited to offer these gorgeous "Trophies of Grace" photographic prints! Shorty states at the end of the 'Reparando', "We are God's trophies of grace." This statement has been so inspirational to us that we wanted to depict it through a photographic series. These stunning "The Trophies of Grace" prints each represent a
- ['Reparando' Review & Thanks](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/reparando-review-thanks/) - by Amy Franks Massachusetts, USA I've been meaning to watch 'Reparando' for a long time. This month, we finally watched it and were totally blown away. I mean, I knew from watching some of your other stuff, that it would be a good story with excellent production value, but it exceeded even my highest expectations.
- [Sharing the Story / Successful 'Reparando' Spring Tour](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/sharing-the-story-successful-reparando-spring-tour/) - by Amelia Moore / Athentikos “I want to show you my feet.” Karla, the bright, pretty mother, said after she shared her own personal story of being raised in Guatemala. I was already in tears and was slow to respond to her request as I was still processing the details of her past.
- [Spring "Reparando" Screening Tour Photos](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/spring-reparando-screening-tour-photos/) - Here are several photos from some of our spring 'Reparando' screening event. All of the 11 events were organized by local leaders. They all did a FANTASTIC JOB!!! That you soooo much for your efforts and heart for others and joining us in sharing this story. You inspire us! Thank you for everyone that came
- [My Response: Zack in Sacramento](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/my-response-zack-in-sacramento/) - My name is Zack Slort. I am from Sacramento, California and I am 20 years old. I live at with my family and work at a movie theater. When I heard about Reparando, I was very excited to see it. I had been on a missions trip to Guatemala before and I was excited to
- [Radio Interview](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/radio-interview/) - Athentikos team member Stephanie Jager was interviewed this morning on Shine FM 88.9 about the Calgary screening of 'Reparando' on 4/14/11. If you missed it you can listen to the recording here: Click here to listen to Stephanie's radio interview. 'Reparando' screens in Canada & the US tomorrow night! (4/14/11) CALGARY, AB - PURCHASE TICKETS
- [My Response: Suler in Philidelphia](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/my-response-suler-in-philidelphia/) - My name is Suler Acosta. I’m a pastor in Philly and went to see Reparando at the Trocadero on March 15. It was an awesome experience. Having been in Guatemala and having met many of the main characters in the documentary, I was impacted again by the heart and soul of Tita and Shorty. The
- [My Response: Tina in Sacramento](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/my-response-tina-in-sacramento/) - My name is Tina Breshears. I'm 22 years old and recently returned to the states after serving for six months as a missionary in Guatemala City, where I had the pleasure of spending two weeks with the Athentikos team during the Guatemalan screenings of "Reparando." I was first able to see "Reparando" when I snuck
- [Dolls Repaired by Maria the "Doll Lady" Now Available](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/dolls-repaired-by-maria-the-doll-lady-now-available/) - The Guatemala City Dump is the largest in Central America. 24 football fields would fit within it's walls. 11,000 people live near and work in the dump as a means for survival. It is here where we found one of the central figures in our documentary. Maria Del Fina Hernandez - affectionately known as the
- [My Response: Julie in Michigan](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/my-response-julie-in-michigan/) - My name is Julie Doll. My husband and two children live in West Michigan. I formerly taught first grade before having the honor of becoming a stay at home mom. My husband and I viewed Reparando in October in Grand Rapids, MI. We enjoy watching documentary films together and as parents of two busy little
- [Reparando in Sacramento on April 7](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/reparando-in-sacramento-on-april-7/) - 'Reparando' is screening in Sacramento, CA on April 7, 2011. WHEN: 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 7, 2011 WHERE: Crest Theatre 1013 K Street / Sacramento, CA 95814 BUY TICKETS: http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=TDC&pid=6985847 Help us spread the word:Tweet This link.
- [See Reparando in Philadelphia!](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/see-reparando-in-philadelphia/) - 'Reparando' is screening in Philadelphia, PA. Help us spread the word:Tweet This link. WHEN: 7:30 PM on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 WHERE: Trocadero Theatre 1003 Arch St Philadelphia, PA 19107
- [Press Release - Omaha Film Festival](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/press-release-omaha-film-festival/) - February 14, 2011 Contact: Scott Moore Producer/Director Athentikos 615.852.8326 smoore@athentikos.com www.reparandomovie.com www.athentikos.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Reparando, a documentary on Guatemala’s attempt to rise above a 36-year civil war, to premiere at Omaha Film Festival March 5. Omaha, NE—Athentikos presents ‘Reparando’, a documentary on Guatemala’s struggle to repair itself and its people following a 36-year civil
- [Reparando Guatemala - Episode 5](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/reparando-guatemala-episode-5/) - Behind the scenes with Athentikos as they travel to Guatemala for the premiere of 'Reparando'. Episode 5 highlights the final day of Art Camp in Ciudad Vieja, diplomas and the search for the Ortiz family ... including walking into a strangers house by mistake. Stay tuned for next episode when Athentikos premieres 'Reparando' at Casa
- [I thought I knew, but I only thought ...](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/i-thought-i-knew-but-i-only-thought/) - By Scott Moore Nashville, TN We recently learned that 'Reparando' is an official selection of the 2011 Omaha Film Festival. This is good news for a few reasons. First, it is another opportunity to share the story to a new and diverse audience. Secondly, it adds more credibility to our project. And thirdly, I get
- [Reparando Guatemala - Episode 4](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/reparando-guatemala-episode-4/) - Behind the scenes with Athentikos as they travel to Guatemala for the premiere of 'Reparando'. Episode 4 includes a coffee plantation tour near Antigua. Stay tuned for more episodes ...
- [Reparando Guatemala - Episode 3](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/reparando-guatemala-episode-3/) - Behind the scenes with Athentikos as they travel to Guatemala for the premiere of 'Reparando'. Episode 3 includes the Athentikos Art Camp & Photography Class. Stay tuned for more episodes ...
- [The Turning Away](https://www.athentikos.com/2011/the-turning-away/) - By Scott Moore Nashville, TN On the turning away From the pale and downtrodden And the words they say Which we won't understand "Don't accept that what's happening Is just a case of others' suffering Or you'll find that you're joining in The turning away" Pink Floyd wrote this song when I was in High
- [Guatemala Trip : Community Visits](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/guatemala-trip-community-visits/) - By Matt Eldredge Nashillve, TN One of the best days of my very first trip to Guatemala (in November 2010) was our visit to the Refuge Women’s Shelter and then to meet Pastor Jorge, some of the many families he is helping, and his church family at Refuge City. Best not only for the experience
- [Reparando Guatemala - Episode 2](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/reparando-guatemala-episode-2/) - Behind the scenes with Athentikos as they travel to Guatemala for the premiere of 'Reparando'. Episode 2 includes Cafe Condesa, exploring ruins, and researching micro-enterprise. Stay tuned for more episodes ...
- [Reparando Guatemala - Episode 1](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/reparando-guatemala-episode-1/) - Join Athentikos as they travel to Guatemala to premiere 'Reparando', participate in Art Camps for children and scout future stories. In Episode 1, Athentikos travels from Atlanta to Guatemala City and finally to Antigua where they enjoy dinner with members of the Athentikos: Guatemala Team. Stay tuned for more episodes ...
- ['Reparando' - Nashville Premiere - Video Podcast](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/reparando-nashville-premiere-video-podcast/) - Thank you to everyone who helped make the Nashville Premiere of 'Reparando' a huge success. Here is a small glimpse of the evening with some responses from viewers.
- ['Reparando' DVD NOW AVAILABLE](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/reparando-dvd-now-available/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Athentikos opens online store to raise awareness and resources for Guatemala. Nashville, TN—Athentikos opens their online store with the sale of 'Reparando', a documentary on Guatemala’s struggle to repair itself and its people following a 36-year civil war. 80% of proceeds from the DVD will be invested into Micro-Enterprise efforts in Guatemala.
- [A New Thanks Giving](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/a-new-thanks-giving/) - By Katie Milwee Nashville, TN Since I first saw the film “Reparando”, I have wanted to meet Maria, affectionately known as the doll lady. Her job of repairing dolls is not glamorous, but what she creates is a stunning image of how the Lord is at work in each of our lives. Her story is
- [Beauty In The Midst Of Chaos](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/beauty-in-the-midst-of-chaos/) - By Jonathan Porta FreedomGuatemala Guatemala City, Guatemala I love how God is in the business of redeeming the beauty found in the midst of our chaos. How He rescued us from our mess, and now we can bear witness to what He has done. The 2 weeks of premieres in Guatemala were some of the
- [Cables, Stories, Friends & Hope](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/cables-02/) - By: Hubert Bendfeldt Guatemala City, Guatemala Some of the "A" Team: Jonathan, Major, Darlene, Hubert, Scott, Matt, Cesar, Katie, Tyler, Tina & Amelia It’s hard for me to write a post about a trip that meant so much for me. As a Guatemalan, it was a privilege to be part of the Athentikos team. I
- [Women With Hope](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/women-with-hope/) - By: Cesar Eguizabal Guatemala City, Guatemala On our second week of our trip in Guatemala, we were participating in the art camp with Build a Bridge and Centro de Alcance in Santa Catarina Pinula right outside of Guatemala City. We had a training on Monday Nov. 22nd. all day and on Tuesday Nov 23rd. We
- [Is That All It Takes?](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/is-that-all-it-takes/) - by Bobby Marko NASHVILLE, TN I had a great Thanksgiving weekend. Got to sleep in a little bit, hang out with my wife and daughter, more this weekend than I have in the last few months! Got to see some family, be together and have some great food, got stuffed! I even did a little
- [Baked Beans](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/baked-beans/) - by Stephen Major Chisholm NASHVILLE, TN While in Guatelama we had the opportunity to visit a Coffee Plantation and get the full tour of the coffee making process. The coffee plant takes three to four years before it can start yielding a crop of fruit. Once the fruit is ripe it has to be picked
- [Waking Dream](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/waking-dream/) - by Scott Moore NASHVILLE, TN Have you ever had a dream in which people from various places and times of your life are woven together into a magical story that makes sense to the subconscious but seems impossible when you wake? I have lived this waking dream. This is my seventh trip to Guatemala. On
- [Our Guate Family](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/our-guate-family/) - By Amelia Moore Nashville, TN (written in Guatemala City) A little back story if you are new to our blog: This trip is exciting for me because we are premiering our documentary film project, “Reparando.” My husband, Scott, and I have lead a team of volunteers for two and half years to produce a 70-minute
- [Hope IS Rising](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/hope-is-rising/) - By Emily Sutherland Nashville, TN This is my first trip to Guatemala, and I have been overwhelmed. This country is beautiful, the people are beautiful, the scenery is beautiful and the stories that we are hearing are beautiful. I am still processing what we experienced Thursday (the 6th day of our trip). It began with
- [New Stories](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/new-stories/) - By Susan Marko I am sitting in a school auditorium in Guatemala City as middle and high school students view the Reparando film for the first time. Shorty and Tita are sitting in the room with us and I am, once again, moved to tears. This trip is my first time in Guatemala, but I
- ["Broke My Heart"](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/broke-my-heart/) - Today we had the honor of showing REPARANDO to Christ Academy Guatemala, a local private high school in Guatemala City. Several months ago the Administration and Staff were shown a private screening of REPARANDO. Unbeknownst to them a few students had slipped into the screening, as teenagers do. One of these teenagers is Maria. Maria
- [Press Release - Three Sold-Out Theaters](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/press-release-three-sold-out-theaters/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Reparando premieres to three sold-out theaters and excellent reviews. GRAND RAPIDS, MI—Reparando, a documentary on Guatemala’s struggle to repair itself and its people following a 36-year civil war, held its West Michigan premiere October 13 and 14 at Celebration Cinema Rivertown and Celebration Cinema North, respectively, to three sold-out audiences. One show
- [A 99% God!](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/a-99999-99-god/) - Certainly it was going to take a good year, 18 months for momentum for the film began picking up. This was my sentiments as we wrapped up the film a few months ago. I was hoping to be able to concentrate on my other projects and jobs I had lined up waiting for me to
- [Tapestry of Grace](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/tapestry-of-grace/) - How in the world can I find words to describe what happened this past week with the Michigan premiere of Reparando? I am on the plane heading home to Guatemala with my mind spinning from all the events of this past week and I am struggling to find the words to make sense of the
- [Reparando Premiere In Nashville Oct. 19](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/reparando-premiere-in-nashville-oct-19/) - Contact: Scott Moore Producer/Director Athentikos 615.852.8326 smoore@athentikos.com www.athentikos.com www.reparandomovie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Reparando, a documentary on Guatemala’s attempt to rise above a 36-year civil war, to premiere in Nashville October 19. Nashville, TN—Athentikos presents Reparando, a documentary on Guatemala’s struggle to repair itself and its people following a 36-year civil war, and will hold its Nashville
- [Reparando Premiere in West Michigan October 13 and 14](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/reparando-premiere-in-west-michigan-october-13-and-14/) - Contact: Scott Moore Producer/Director Athentikos 615.852.8326 smoore@athentikos.com www.athentikos.com www.reparandomovie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Reparando, a documentary on Guatemala’s attempt to rise above a 36-year civil war, to premiere in West Michigan October 13 and 14. GRAND RAPIDS, MI—Athentikos presents Reparando, a documentary on Guatemala’s struggle to repair itself and its people following a 36-year civil war,
- ["Take A Swim"](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/take-a-swim/) - The trailer for the documentary film Reparando shows quick-shot images of leaflets falling from the sky, crowds of people fleeing the police, tattoos on the back of a gang member in Guatemala City, arresting images of human remains on forensic examination tables, and the "Doll Lady" picking the arm of a baby doll from the
- [Nashville Premiere - Tickets On Sale Now](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/nashville-premiere-tickets-on-sale-now/) - Tickets for the Nashville Premiere of 'Reparando' on Oct. 19 at 7PM can be purchased online through the Belcourt Theater: http://www.ticketsnashville.com/WebSales/Pages/TicketSearchCriteria.aspx?epguid=85bb3a74-4262-489a-9450-8916a36640a9& REPARANDO NASHVILLE PREMIERE WHEN: Tuesday, October 19, 2010 7:00 PM WHERE: The Belcourt Theatre 2102 Belcourt Avenue - Nashville TN 37212 Box Office: (615) 383-9140
- [Reparando Review From Siglo XXI](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/reparando-review-from-siglo-xxi/) - 'Reparando' received it's first review in Guatemalan Newspaper Siglo XXI today. SPANISH: http://sigloxxi.com/magacin.php?id=18957 ENGLISH TRANSLATED VIA GOOGLE: http://translate.google.com/translate?js=n&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&layout=2&eotf=1&sl=auto&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fsigloxxi.com%2Fmagacin.php%3Fid%3D18957
- [A Dream Come True](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/a-dream-come-true/) - "A dream come true" sounds trite and clichéd compared to the richness of the reality I along with my husband and over 200 others experienced last Thursday at the private viewing of the film, Reparando in Guatemala City. Living in Guatemala off and on for six years, being native Texans, we traded hot weather, southern
- [The Big Screen - Grand Rapids Film Festival](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/the-big-screen-grand-rapids-film-festival/) - Today is the big day. We have held many small private screenings of 'Reparando' over the past several months, but this is the first event open to the public. I don't really know what to expect for attendance, but I am personally thrilled to finally see the story unfold on the big screen. And -
- [GRFF - Day 2](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/grff-day-2/) - Thursday, August 26 was a great day for 'Reparando'. Our friends in Guatemala held a private screening for hundreds of Guatemalan leaders to cast the vision for our November Premiere in Guatemala City. I haven't gotten a detailed report, but heard that it went very well. My favorite detail is that Maria the Doll Lady
- [The Road Trip - GRFF - Day 1](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/the-road-trip-grff-day-1/) - I love road trips, so the 10 hour drive to the Grand Rapids Film Festival wasn't bad. I loaded up my iPhone with some of my favorite tunes, hit the road at 6AM, and rolled into Grand Rapids about 4:00. Shortly after my arrival, I drove over to the Celebration Cinema to check in and
- [Reparandomovie.com](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/reparandomovie-com/) - We've launched the official movie web site for 'Reparando': http://www.reparandomovie.com
- [Kansas International Film Festival](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/kansas-international-film-festival/) - 'Reparando' is an official selection in the 2010 Kansas International Film Festival. SHOW TIME: 10/06/2010 at 5:40 PM Festival Passes can be purchased here: http://www.ebizmgr.com/KansasFilm/products.php?cat=7
- [Letting Go](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/letting-go/) - Creating art is easy. It is the letting go part that's difficult … I don't necessarily consider myself an insecure person. Normally, I don't care what people think about me. I've never struggled with peer pressure. If I believe I should do something, I do it. That has been the case with 'Reparando'. Over two
- [FINISHED ... And Just Beginning](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/finished-and-just-beginning/) - After 2 1/2 years of production, I had the distinct honor of mailing the DVD master of 'Reparando' to the replication facility today. I am excited and nervous - kind of like when I became a father. We have invested thousands of hours into this labor of love, and have enjoyed the first leg of
- [Grand Rapids Film Festival](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/grand-rapids-film-festival/) - 'Reparando' is an official selection in the 2010 Grand Rapids Film Festival in Grand Rapids, MI. Come on out to celebrate this milestone with us! Here are the details: http://www.grfilmfestival.com/index.php WHEN WHERE 4:00 PM Theatre 11 Friday, August 27 2010 Celebration Cinema North 2121 Celebration Dr. NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (616) 530-7469
- [Film Festivals - Update](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/film-festivals-update/) - This week we learned that 'Reparando' is an official selection in the Grand Rapids Film Festival. Several of our team will be traveling to Michigan at the end of August to attend our first film premiere. We are very excited. We also submitted Reparando into the following film festivals, bringing the total potential festivals up
- [Film Festivals - Round 1](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/film-festivals-round-1/) - We locked the Reparando edit this week. We still have work to complete before we are completely finished, but decided to move forward with Film Festival entries so we could make some of the 2010 season. Film festivals are a great way to present a film to a broad audience, network in the film community,
- [Overwhelming the Odds](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/overwhelming-the-odds/) - Four years ago today, I became a father. Little did I know how my story would become entwined with Guatemala. We started out capturing Guatemalan culture so our sons could appreciate their heritage, but we ended up connecting to our own. Two and a half years ago, I met some young men in a Guatemalan
- [PURE SUGAR: Telling Stories of Grace](https://www.athentikos.com/2010/pure-sugar-telling-stories-of-grace/) - Last weekend was the culmination of a week filled with anger, pain and heartbreak that miraculously turned into a celebration of life. Daniel Antonio Puac Calderón, 38 years old, was shot and killed this past Friday night as he was closing up his little cell phone store in Guatemala City. We all knew him simply
- [New Promotional Video featuring Joel Van Dyke](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/new-promotional-video-featuring-joel-van-dyke/) - Joel Van Dyke came to Nashville to host our Vision to Respond event and also took some time to do a promo piece for the film. Joel lives in Guatemala City with his wife Marilyn and two children, Joeito and Sofia. After 16 years as a pastor in North Philadelphia, he currently serves in Central
- [Newsletter: Year End Update December 2009](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/newsletter-year-end-update-december-2009/) - 2009 Tax- Deductible Donations We know that many people desire to make donations towards the end of the year. Would you consider giving to Athentikos? All donations are tax-deductible. Update on the Film Project "We are currently focused on editing the documentary. Like any project, we've hit a few obstacles. The sheer amount of footage
- [Vision To Inspire Event Promo](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/vision-to-inspire-event-promo/) - [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/VTI-promo-10-09.mov[/podcast]
- [iPhone Users... this one is for you!](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/iphone-users-this-one-is-for-you/) - For you iPhone users, here's a chance to have a preview video on your device if you subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes. If you don't yet, go to your iTunes store, click on Podcasts and just search for "Athentikos". Once we come up in the search results, click on the Athentikos name and find
- [Athenti-Kast: Episode VI](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/athenti-kast-episode-vi/) - In this last episode from Guatemala, Scott, Bengy and Cesar wrap up filming at Casa Barnabe and head home to Nashville. [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/a-kast-ep6.mov[/podcast]
- [Athenti-Kast: Episode V](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/athenti-kast-episode-v/) - This episode shows J. Mac and Bobby leaving Guatemala to come back to the States while Bengy, Cesar and Scott have a day off in Antigua before going back to Guatemala City to wrap up filming at Casa Barnabe. [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/a-kast-ep5.mov[/podcast]
- [Athenti-Kast: Episode IV](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/athenti-kast-episode-iv/) - This episode shows the crew visiting Ciudad Vieja as they capture the story of the Ortiz family and the Kyros School. They hit up a local bakery where Estuardo works and go back to his home to capture scenery and interviews. The team also grabs some scenery of both Vieja and Antigua with the Agua
- [Adios Antigua](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/adios-antigua/) - Today Bengy, Cesar and I are saying goodbye to Antigua. This is one of my favorite places on Earth. The culture, cuisine, beauty, and people are like none other. Photos only tell a tenth of the story. In about an hour we will head over the mountain to La Limonada to spend some time with
- [Photos From First Five Days](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/photos-from-first-five-days/) - Here are some photos from our first five days in Guatemala. J.Mac, Bengy and Bobby walking in an alley by the dump. A scavenger digging in the trash for doll parts. Our team working with the Doll Lady. The Doll Lady - Maria Del Fina. The Doll Lady's neighborhood. The Doll Lady's neighborhood. Doll parts
- [It's Not a Job - It's An Adventure](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/its-not-a-job-its-an-adventure/) - Our first five days have been eventful. We arrived into Guatemala City on Wednesday night and hit the ground running. After dropping our gear off at Joel's house, we went to a local McDonald's for a production meeting to review plans for the week. We went to bed about 2:30AM. Thursday morning came early. Our
- [Athenti-kast: Episode II](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/athenti-kast-episode-ii/) - In this episode, J.Mac explains rain gear, we meet some new friends who are lending a hand, and our team leader Scott falls ill. [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/a-kast-ep2.mov[/podcast]
- [Athenti-kast: Episode 1](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/athenti-kast-day-1/) - The Athenti-Core arrives in Guatemala City and setup camp. The first day is a successful but blistering one. [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/a-kast-073009.mov[/podcast]
- [T-Minus 12 Hours](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/t-minus-12-hours/) - It is hard to believe that July 29 is already upon us. Time flies when you have a lot to do. After all the writing, planning, editing, drawing, more planning, laughing, crying and even more planning ... here we go again. I am not certain what to expect on this trip. We are headed down
- [Athenti-kast: Packing up](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/athenti-kast-packing-up/) - The Athenti-quad team of Scott, Bobby, J.Mac and Bengy are packing up and ready to head down to Guatemala [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/a-kast-072709.mov[/podcast]
- [T-Minus 6 Days ...](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/t-minus-6-days/) - We are 6 days out from our return trip and are trying to get all the odds and ends completed before we leave. Our stories are written, shots are outlined and we are finalizing our storyboards (Stephen Major Chisholm is cranking them out like a machine). I have developed a database to keep this enormous
- [Guatemala: Behind the Scenes](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/guatemala-behind-the-scenes/) - [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/bts-full-revamp-512.mov[/podcast]
- [Guatemala: Trailer 2](https://www.athentikos.com/2009/guatemala-trailer-2/) - [podcast format="video"]https://athentikos.com/wordpress/video/trailer2-512.mov[/podcast] We're testing our new podcast video streaming feature so if you've seen this before... well, feel free to watch again! :)

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- [Impact Reports](https://www.athentikos.com/impact-reports/) - Athentikos Impact Reports People are the proof. For over fifteen years, I AM ART has invited Creative Heroes to make, break, restore, and discover that their stories are still being written. Read the Latest Report latest report Opal House 2026 Impact Report Read More The I AM ART Journey Created. Broken. Restored. Loved. Each workshop
- [Opal House 2025](https://www.athentikos.com/impact-reports/opal-house-2025/) - IAA Opal House Summer 2025 impact report Healing through art, faith, and community. Because of you, lives were changed.Your generous support made it possible for children, families, and communities to experience healing, hope, and joy through the creative process of I AM ART. Together, we invited almost 100 participants to explore beauty, confront brokenness, and
- [Art Gathering](https://www.athentikos.com/art-gathering/) - You’re invited to the Athentikos Art Gathering A CREATIVE EVENING TO GATHER, CREATE & CONNECT. A Kintsugi-inspired project. May 31, 4:00 - 6:00 Glen Leven Farm 4000 Franklin Pike Nashville, TN 37204 Snacks and drinks will be provided. Please RSVP so that we can plan for the materials and food.An optional donation will help cover
- [confirmed](https://www.athentikos.com/art-gathering/confirmed/) - ART GATHERING RSVP RECEIVED You’re In! Thank you for registering for the Art Gathering. We’re honored that you’ll be joining us for an evening of creativity, connection, and restoration.We can’t wait to create with you! What Happens Next Check Your Email We’ll send gathering details and updates to the email you provided. Come Ready to
- [Programs](https://www.athentikos.com/programs/) - One mission. Two expressions. Many ways to participate. For over 15 years, Guatemala has been home to our creative mission. That mission continues through Soy Arte—Guatemalan-led programs building on years of shared leadership in Guatemala, and I AM ART Global Experiences that invite participants traveling from around the world to collaborate alongside Guatemalan leaders.Together, these expressions
- [Team](https://www.athentikos.com/team/) - Our Team We're creatives who are passionate about healing through the arts. Nonprofit Operations David Lee Acting Executive Director BIO David Lee has led dozens of trips to Guatemala with Athentikos since 2015. He’s a graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, TN who began playing music after watching old-timers playing the blues on the front
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- [Ceiva 2026](https://www.athentikos.com/impact-reports/ceiva-2026/) - I AM ART 2026 CEIVA Impact Report A week of creative restoration in San Antonio Aguas Calientes, Guatemala—where students, volunteers, and local leaders discovered again that every voice matters, every story carries value, and God’s creativity is still making all things new. What happened At CEIVA School, I AM ART created space for students and
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- [Stories](https://www.athentikos.com/stories/) - Artist Highlight: Lindsey Bailey August 8, 2026 Read More » Preschool Project: Big Bear’s Birthday August 2, 2026 Read More » Oasis Camp: Recycled Trees August 2, 2026 Read More » Abstract Wire Sculpture August 2, 2026 Read More » Opal House 2026 Impact Report August 1, 2026 Read More » Team Workshop: Deconstructing Single
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- [test report](https://www.athentikos.com/test-report/) - IAA Oasis Summer 2025 impact report Healing through art, faith, and community. Because of you, lives were changed.Your generous support made it possible for children, families, and communities to experience healing, hope, and joy through the creative process of I AM ART. Together, we invited hundreds of participants to explore beauty, confront brokenness, and discover
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- [I AM ART Retreat 2025](https://www.athentikos.com/iaa_retreat_25/) - I AM ART RETREAT ’25Explore identity, creativity, and worship at a retreat weekend in Guatemala.September 4-7, 2025Chichicastenango, Guatemela Register DO YOU YEARN TO DEEPEN YOUR FAITH AND AMPLIFY YOUR IMPACT? Join Athentikos for an unforgettable I AM ART Retreat in the vibrant heart of Chichicastenango, Guatemala.This immersive experience is designed for missional-minded believers like you,
- [I AM ART Retreat 2025 Registration](https://www.athentikos.com/iaar25/)
- [Creative Archetype](https://www.athentikos.com/creative-archetype/) - [your_archetype_shortcode] Read the report below to unlock powerful insights into your unique strengths. What does your Creative Archetype Say About You? Creativity is not just about making things; it’s about how we think, move, and connect with the world. Each archetype expresses creativity through a unique balance of mind, body, and spirit—and knowing your type
- [Creative Compass Assessment](https://www.athentikos.com/creative-compass-assessment/)
- [Creative Compass](https://www.athentikos.com/creative-compass/) - What does your Creative Archetype Say About You? Discover Your Creative Path The Creative Compass is designed to reveal your unique approach to creativity, helping you better understand how you generate ideas, navigate challenges, and collaborate. This quick assessment will help you:Recognize your natural creative tendenciesIdentify what drives and challenges your creative processGain insight into how you bring ideas
- [test](https://www.athentikos.com/test/)
- [About](https://www.athentikos.com/about/) - We Are Creatives Restoring holistic well-being through expressive art. At Athentikos, we believe that creativity is a divine expression that fosters healing and justice. Our mission is to empower faith-driven artists to use their gifts in under-resourced communities, transforming lives through art and faith. Our Values Authenticity Embracing our unique creation and living authentically. Creativity
- [Hub_24](https://www.athentikos.com/hub_24/) - Important information about your I AM ART trip Emergency Contacts Athentikos Links Camp Schedule Camp Documents Travel Info Antigua Opal House Casa Del Mundo EMERGENCY CONTACTS David Lee Travel662-571-0120dlee@athentikos.com Amelia Moore Team Leader615-438-6311ameliajmoore@athentikos.com Scott Moore Team Leader615-300-8467smoore@athentikos.com Amy Martinez Guatemalan Coordinator502-5636-2516 amartinez@athentikos.com Will Boegel Opal House DirectorWhat’s App: 425-647-9328 will@opalhouse.org Athentikos Links Important Links for
- [Soy Arte Aplicación - Español](https://www.athentikos.com/soy-arte-aplicacion-espanol/)
- [IAA Retreat 24 Inscripción](https://www.athentikos.com/iaar24spanish/)
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- [Reparando](https://www.athentikos.com/reparando/) - Buy $10 or Rent $2 A documentary on Guatemala’s struggle to repair itself and its people following a 36-year civil war. Synopsis On the morning of June 18. 1954, the US CIA dropped leaflets in Guatemala City demanding the resignation of the president. Guatemala was ravaged by Civil War for the next 36 years. But
- [Soy Arte Aplicación - Español](https://www.athentikos.com/application-espanol/) - Oops! We could not locate your form.

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