Many artists want to explore the intersection of art and faith, but struggle to find safe spaces to do so. Arts Fellowship Orlando exists to celebrate, engage, and grow Christ-centered artists to expand their role in God’s greater story of redemption and restoration.
We believe artists of all disciplines should have the opportunity to grow creatively and spiritually in a Christ-centered community.
Arts Fellowship Orlando is a unique opportunity for mature Christian creatives in the greater Orlando area to engage in a six-month exploration of the intersection of art and faith. During the program, you will grow in community with artists of various disciplines, and gain clarity on your role as an artist in God’s Kingdom. In addition, you will be given the resources to cultivate new original works with multiple opportunities to present them. You will create within a supportive community while enriching your theology of making and Christian spiritual formation.
Summer Showcase
Get tickets now for 2026 Arts Fellowship Orlando Summer Showcase! This year, we'll offer just one show at 7pm on Saturday, June 13. Experience the original work from our 2026 cohort plus enjoy special encore performances by past alumni. Each year, the showcase offers stellar presentations from mature Christian creatives across the spectrum of the visual, literary and performing arts to share gospel-truths in unconventional and unexpected ways.
A Program Designed with the Christian Artist In Mind
The next fellowship will begin in January 2027.
In an effort to assist each fellow in the creation of original works during the program, a $5,000 scholarship will be provided to each participant over the course of the fellowship.
In addition, fellows will have access to:
Theological training designed with the artist in mind.
Opportunity to work with a renowned mentor in your field.
Opportunities to be featured in multiple showcases and programs.
1:1 personal spiritual direction.
Weekly 1:1 discipleship appointments.
Various opportunities to network, collaborate, and grow in camaraderie with other Christian artists.
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Attend AFO kick-off dinner (date TBA).
Attend all AFO seminars.
Prepare and submit your project timeline as well as practice videos for critique by their deadlines.
Prepare for & present at the Works-in-Progress Showcases (dates TBA).
Prepare for & present your completed work(s) during a full-length program and attend the debrief dinner to follow.
Attend all scheduled 1:1 appointments related to discipleship, mentorship, and spiritual direction.
Attend Fellowship Sunday at First Pres Orlando.
Participate in a video shoot in downtown Orlando during the day in early spring (date TBA)
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Applications for the 2027 cohort open fall 2026.
A review committee will discern for spiritual and artistic maturity, diversity, and the ability to fulfill the responsibilities of the fellowship. It seeks artists who have a new concept they wish to explore and produce within their chosen medium. Finalists will be invited into an interview with our review committee for final deliberations.
Completion of the online application
Submission of up to three samples of your work (links for uploading samples will be provided)
Receipt of a letter of recommendation from pastor or spiritual leader
Receipt of a professional letter of recommendation
Receipt of character reference
Each fellowship will be carefully designed and strategically assembled. Balance is sought in terms of demographics, denominational, and vocational diversity. The aim is a rich and dynamic experience achieved through the best placement of fellows, as well as those in positions of unique cultural engagement. Applicants not accepted to this upcoming class may certainly apply again.
Check out our
2025 Fellows & Summer Showcase
Have questions regarding Arts Fellowship Orlando?
Interested in supporting this ministry financially?
Have a desire to meet up with other Christian creatives?
Please email us at artsinfo@fpco.org.
Our Team
LISA BROCKMAN
Lisa is a writer, speaker, published author and elder with First Pres. She is a graduate of the Renovaré Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation. She has worked with Cru for 30 years, where she currently serves as a writer and spiritual director to creatives--helping them integrate their faith and art.
KAREN THIGPEN
As an artist, Karen spent several decades in the world of dance as a choreographer, performer, and instructor. Since then, she has received a Masters Degree in Biblical Studies from Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando where she currently serves as Vice President of Community Relations. She is grateful to serve on the leadership team for AFO where she can help extraordinary artists share their gifts and tell their stories.
