2013 Workshops by Discipline
The schedules that are available are posted below, by discipline.
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Dance /Movement Workshops
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Instructor Class Pastor Cory Ratliff Beginner Jazz: We will use jazz technique to express the inner love for God through dynamic, power movement phrases and combinations. Learn to use this powerful style to powerfully worship.
Intermediate Jazz: This type of dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fast footwork, leaps and quick turns. Jazz dancers also practice the art of suspension. This will be a fast pace class; come ready to move!
Men That Dance: Men will gather together to learn various dance styles and how to take the corporate worship experience to another level. Pastor Cory and Louis Hurd will facilitate.
Rhemadance African Praise
Students will learn traditional African style movement and techniques. You will be challenged by complex rhythmic movements and combinations and will also learn some African dance terminology. This style is perfect for high praise and pageantry and can be used in a number of different events.
Holy Hip Hop (Beginning)
This foundational class will explore some of the basic elements of the hip-hop dance style: popping, hitting, and waving. Students will also be challenged by semi-complex choreography sequences. This style helps to build movement vocabulary and an appreciation for God centered Christian Rap.
Holy Hip Hop (Intermediate/Advanced)
In this class students will be challenged as they incorporate some of the foundational street dance styles such as popping, locking, ticking, hitting and waving into complex and advanced choreography.
Choreographing with a Purpose
“In the beginning….” God created with a purpose and plan. A dance should be made up of patterns and phrases that connect by smooth transitions; with a clear message! As choreographers we want to “marry” the words and music with an image that sustains God’s vision!Alyce Roeder Ballet Essentials: Basic ballet technique will be taught. God deserves excellence in all that we do and ballet help develop a strong bases for any style of dance. Being skilled releases you in your worship.
Dancing For An Audience of One: Alyce will discuss the important of leaving the world’s concept of dance and embracing God’s creative plan for this discipline. You will learn how to move from Dancing in the World to Dancing with Jesus.Aaron Chen Basic Modern Dance: modern technique-starting with stretches and progressing to a series of centre combinations. Discover how to take this non-formal dance style and be passionately expressive from the top of your head to the bottom of your feet.
Intermediate Modern: Warm-up/technique and across the floor combinations. Come ready to be conditioned for upper-body support and exploration of rhythmic and weighted dynamics. This will help advance your worship to a new level.
Choreography-Another Approach: Often, we go back to what has worked before-you may feel stuck in a creative rut. So we will work some things out with a nuts and bolts approach.
The Weapons of Our Warfare: Using the Spiritual Weapons of warfare, we will be learning to exercise them through the physical experience of redeemed martial arts.Pastor Sharon Giacinto How to Flow in Worship: Learn to flow with the worship team and express the heartbeat of God in the midst of worship, and of course, that includes the use of props. Example: When we use tambourines in the midst of worship (and not as a performance) dance them as an extension of the creative worship experience.
This is part 2 of the Worship Layering Class.
Starting a “Jesus Centered” Ministry: What kind of dance ministry would Jesus have? The foundation of any ministry is the key to success. We will discuss how to have a ministry that keeps Jesus at the Center.Dance Eternal - Kim Brunner & Linda Wade The Healing Heart of God: We will look at the condition of our heart and allow the Holy Spirit to reveal obstacles in our relationship with Christ. As with the Woman at the Well, we will learn that spending time with Jesus, brings healing and freedom.
Musicality & Movement: As dancers we must understand musicality; the pulse of the music. We should be musicians and our bodies our instrument-making the dance fit the music and the message from God. Confusion is not an option.Cindy Green Beginner Flag Twirling: If you're new to flags then this is the class for you. This class will give you the foundation that you need for basic flag twirling. Instruction will be in how to hold your flags correctly, arm positions, and wrist movement. You will start with using one flag and then graduating to two. Please bring one pair of baton style twirling flags to class. Flags will be available for purchase at the conference before class if needed.
Advance Flag Twirling: This class is designed to increase your ability to dance with the flags. Coordination of both hands and feet will be increased. You will also learn more intricate twirling patterns. A challenging class that will help you to the next level of flag twirling. Please bring one pair of baton style twirling flags to class. Flags will be available for purchase at the conference before class.
Worship Layering: Come and explore the myriad possibilities props provide to those wishing to express themselves physically and prophetically. Please bring any props with you to this “hands-on” class.
How to Flow in Worship will be part 2 of this class.Innovo Physical Theater Mime-Facial Expressions
The seven primary facial expressions provide artists a background for the multitude of expressions the face conveys. This class will explore facial control and sincere vs. forced expressions, challenging the dancer, dramatist, and mime towards a greater understanding of the face and its role in performance.Corporeal Mime
This class explores gestural grammar, body articulation and counterweights, whereby artists can convey metaphorical and spiritual struggle in movement. This class works with basic body breakdowns and demonstrates how these breakdowns can be combined to create sculpted movement.Maura Hoagland Discovering YOUR Dance
A series of simple exercises will give you a heightened awareness of movement in order to unlock the vast resources of physical expression inside you. Develop movement vocabulary that goes beyond traditional technique. Recommended for all levels.Word In Motion
Did you know Dance is mentioned over 25 times in the bible as a form of praise. It’s difficult to have a Spirit-filled creative dance ministry if you don’t know what the “Word” says about dance. We will discuss why dance is important to God and the Church.Teresa Gardner Dancing His Story
Your Worship Dance Vocabulary
A brief overview of dance in church history, dance ministry’s development in our own generation, and how God can make His-Story (history) known through you. Cultural and generational dance expressions may change through the ages, but God’s standards and principles do not. What do you think are the unchangeable elements of Dance Ministry? [Lecture]
Film Workshops
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Instructor Class Karen DeLoach Scriptwriting
How to construct a script for a "no budget" video movie.
Using locations available onsite, the class will brainstorm loglines and premises to create a script for a 1 to 2 minute movie- to be shot at Karitos.Caleb Varnadoe Cinematography/Rehearsal
Crew, location/s and set design for the Karitos movie will be selected. Then a rehearsal/practice for the movie will be run by the student director and student crew. All cast members and those who want to help crew should plan to be in this class as well as the Production shoot.Editing
Using Final Cut Pro, the footage from the Karitos movie shoot will be up loaded, clips converted, labeled and edited. Then exported and an iDVD created for screening at the final Karitos service.Mimi Sagadan Acting for Film
Creating believable performances on video, what needs to be on a resume, and working with a director will be covered.Auditioning for Film
How to audition and an actual audition will be covered. The student director will help select the cast for our Karitos movie.Guy Silagi Producing/Directing
What do Producers do? What is the most important job of a director. The director/assistant director for our Karitos movie will be selected from the students in this class.Caleb Varnadoe/ Karen DeLoach Production: Shooting a Movie
Student cast members and crew will shoot the Karitos movie: 1 to 2 pages.Post-Production
How to add computer-generated special effects from After Effects and music to a movie.What do you do with your short after all this work? Use of social media, on-line websites, theatrical screenings, IMBd and entering film festivals will be covered. Also how to create a reel resume will be discussed. The newly shot footage from our Karitos movie will be used in class.
Literary Arts
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Instructor Class Jane Rubietta Writing Essays and Opinion Pieces
Writing Devotionals
Writing a Themed Devotional Book
Spiritual Disciplines for Writers
Dangerous Writers
John Desjarlais Aristotle's Secrets of Storytelling
Learn how The Philosopher's theory of drama is still used by novelists and screenwriters today to craft great stories.Location, Location, Location
The roles of setting in fiction This session considers how a sense of time, place and culture enrich your characters, advance your plot and establish mood.Print-On-Demand, Self-Publishing and eBooks
The digital age is transforming the publishing and book retailing world. Decide if your work is right fir the new venues and discover how to reach new audiences inexpensively on your own.
Ruth Goring Poetry Workshop - We will consider some elements that help make poems evocative and memorable, looking at examples from a variety of contemporary poets' work. Then we'll read poems brought by class participants and apply these insights to provide constructive responses. You're not required to workshop a poem, but if you'd like to do so, please bring 15 copies of one of your best. Jackie Busch and Melvin Patterson The Journey of Two Friends Who Wrote a Book Together – Jackie Busch and Melvin Patterson will discuss the process of becoming first time published authors. Their debut book, Christian’s Quest, was published by Moody Publishers in Chicago in 2012.
The Journey of a Self-Taught Artist – From personal sketchbooks to a 180-foot long mural and a book illustrator, Melvin Patterson will talk about how God has used his love of art, and he will guide the kids who come to class in comic book illustration. Adults are welcome to attend, but the class will be geared toward kids.
Faculty Critique Session
If you are interested in having a small portion of your manuscript reviewed in a class setting, please email Ruth Anne Boone, Department Head, at ladyruth@ix.netcom.com. If you are among the first 8 people to sign up for this workshop with Ruth Anne, you will need to turn in 10 copies of a manuscript that is 2-3 pages in length at the time of registration. If you register for Karitos by July 1, you may email this portion to Ruth Anne, and she will make copies for you.
Theatre Workshops
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Alan Atwood Scriptwriting Three Sessions
Session One - The Foundations of Story-telling
essential elements for a good script and an investigation of how a story works with its audience. This first session will concentrate on the fundamental components of a good script. It will include discussion of the inciting incident, apparent defeat, premise, controlling idea, crisis and climax.Session Two: Character and Process
This second segment will focus on creating meaningful and dynamic characters for your story. It will also cover the process a writer goes through to create a structure and dialogue.Session Three: Creating a Script
In this segment we’ll actually create some short scripts using the elements discussed, in order to get a feel for how the elements, structure and character development we’ve talked about can be put into practice to show what God has put on the writer’s heart.Basic Acting
A look at the fundamentals of acting a role Good for beginners and a “back to basics” course for those with some acting experience. We’ll discuss Objectives and how to play them, how to create a specific, appropriate character and how to immerse yourself into the world of the play.The Director’s Work
A look at the fundamentals of directing actors for the stage. We’ll discuss staging, script interpretation and working with actors as well as talking about the “hands on” challenges of directing such as creating a positive environment and dealing with technical aspects and personnel.
Larry Schiederich Improv Games
Have a blast playing improv games while improving your performance skills and confidence. Improv is great for expanding your character range or training your drama group, whether you are a seasoned professional or new to performing Ready, set, Improv!Improvisational Scene Work, Part 1
Learn the basics of scene work while participating in improvised scenes. Develop your ability to create characters and scene conflict through improvisation. This exciting course will give you tools to help grow as a performer and teacher.Improvisational Scene Work, Part 2
Learn the basics of scene work while participating in improvised scenes. Develop your ability to create characters and scene conflict through improvisation. This exciting course will give you tools to help grow as a performer and teacher.
Priscilla Hummel Advanced Directing: Actor Coaching
The purpose of this class is to equip directors to communicate with actors as effectively as possible
- Providing an environment that promotes creativity, freedom, safety, and trust
- Trusting actors' instincts and ideas throughout the rehearsal process
- Holding character conferences and sharing secrets
- Creating a framework within each scene with plenty of room to breath
- Exploring objectives, tactics, and beat transitions
- Incorporating improvisation to further explore relationships
- Utilizing props to explore the world of the scene/play
- Instilling faith and confidence in actors
(curriculum for this class will be based primarily on William Ball's A Sense of Direction)Advanced Acting: Monologue Masterclass
This overall goal of this class is to equip actors to find, craft, and performing monologues that are truly "right" for them
- Searching for material appropriate for one's age, type, and audition scenario
- Selecting a piece that is relationship-driven
- Crafting a piece so it has a beginning, middle, and end
- Knowing and fighting for the objective through tactics and beat changes
- Finding humor and depth within the piece
- Incorporating pace, focus, and levels
- Utilizing moments of personalization
- Developing a varied repertoire of contrasting pieces classical vs contemporary and comedic vs dramatic
(curriculum for this class will be based on a number of texts including Audition by )Advanced Acting: The Art of Auditioning
The purpose of this class is to equip actors with the tools they need to have a successful audition
- Preparation--knowing what type of show/project you're auditioning for and which role(s) is right for you
- Selecting appropriate audition pieces based on the above
- Bringing yourself to the role as much as possible
- Presenting yourself in a professional, likable, memorable manner in the audition room
- Knowing and following audition Do's and Dont's
- Applying techniques that will bring out the most in cold readings at callbacks
- Creating perfect resume and headshot package
(curriculum for this class will be based on a number of texts including Audition by )
- Selecting appropriate audition pieces based on the above
- Bringing yourself to the role as much as possible
- Presenting yourself in a professional, likable, memorable manner in the audition room
- Knowing and following audition Do's and Dont's
- Applying techniques that will bring out the most in cold readings at callbacks
- Creating perfect resume and headshot package
(curriculum for this class will be based on a number of texts including Audition by )Phil Hoagland If Only I Had Known BEFORE Sunday Morning!
This class will NOT be tailored to artists who perform in their own dedicated theatres or performance space with which they are, presumably, familiar. Rather, I intend to address the far more common scenario where actors, mimes and dancers are ministering in a church sanctuary, at a special outreach event, or even a conference such as Karitos—in short, as guest artists in a host venue. If you are a pastor, event coordinator, or the Holy Reverend Minister of All Things Battery-Operated, Electronic and Audio-Visual for your church, you can use the principles from this class to develop procedures and guidelines that help promote successful presentations, which in turn will bless your congregation rather than leaving everyone with regrets. We will consider four aspects of preparation: documenting the technical aspects of a performance, communicating the content of a performance, determining and communicating performance requirements, and heading off problems with technical elements.Lori Woodall-Schaufler
(To Be Announced) Ryan Schaufler (To Be Announced)
Visual Arts Workshops
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Instructor Workshop Timothy Botts Calligraphy and Word Pictures: A Visual Way to Experience Scripture
Tim will teach the uncial alphabet which scribes used to write the New Testament as early as 4th century. After practicing, you will have the opportunity to make a simple scroll with your favorite verse. He will also demonstrate his method of making a word picture as a form of visual meditation on Scripture. Supplies will be provided.Alex Radin Strategies for Impacting Culture through the Arts
Our culture is being shaped daily by the Arts and Entertainment industry. During this workshop Alex will share effective strategies for impacting your city and beyond through the arts. He will share personal stories and experiences as well imagery from art events he and his wife Sara have produced as part of an international arts festival in Charleston, SC, including testimonies of the impact these strategies have had on individuals, on the Church, as well as on the city.Mining the Layers: Working in a Series
Art Galleries as well as art collectors are always looking for artists that stand out from the crowd, that have a unique voice and perspective, and excellence in their craft. They are looking for artists that have an identifiable style. Artists on the other hand are often explorers that desire to work in a variety of styles, subject matter, and materials and do not want to be pigeon holed into one thing. Come learn how to have the best of both of these worlds and strengthen your portfolio at the same time. Discover the challenges and joys of working in a series. This workshop will strengthen your ability to creatively brainstorm ideas, grow your organizational skills, and bring greater depth to your work. It will also increase your ability to present your work in a professional manner to galleries and potential art collectors.Overcoming the Fear of Man: Creating in Freedom
Alex will be sharing his personal journey of painting during worship over the past 11 years and the many lessons learned along the way which can be applied to not only painting during worship but any artistic endeavor. You will also receive some practical tips for releasing your creativity and how to avoid some of the things that hinder your creativity.Listening to the Spirit: Unlocking Ideas from the Heart of God
Come explore creating with the Holy Spirit through collage and how to hear and interpret what God is saying through the visual imagery we will create. Also learn how to use these exercises as the foundation for a series of work in a different medium. This is also a great activity to unlock new ideas when you hit a creative roadblock. Materials provided but feel free to bring some magazines of your own and your favorite pair of scissors if you like.Amelia Whaley Prophetic Art: Creating From a Heart of Worship
This workshop will consist of a brief lecture on how to turn inspiration from the Holy Spirit into a
visual worship offering to the Lord. Afterwards, each participant will have the opportunity to create an
artwork that stems from prayer or scripture. Bring your own art supplies - whatever medium you choose
to work in!The Illuminated Page
This workshop will consist of a brief lecture regarding medieval manuscript illumination, especially as used in the Book of Hours, a small, personal medieval prayerbook. Each participant will have the opportunity to create an illuminated page using vellum, acrylic, pen, ink and synthetic gold leaf. All
artistic levels, including beginners, are welcome. Materials included.Interpreting Art Through the Eyes of The Kingdom
In the New Testament, Jesus speaks many times of “the kingdom of heaven” or “the kingdom of God”.
He even states that this kingdom is at hand or near. What are the aspects of this kingdom, and how
can we view art through its filter? This workshop will consist of lecture and interactive participation.Sara Radin Dwell: An Interactive Worship Arts Experience
Join us for a walk-through worship arts experience designed on the theme "Dwell", for the "non" artist to the professional. Express your heart to the Lord through various disciplines of the arts (writing, movement, painting, etc.) and enjoy hearing from Him as you encounter His presence. This workshop is also an excellent source for gaining inspiration and concrete ideas that you can readily implement in your own small groups, youth groups, congregations, and special events, drawing participants into the presence of God through the arts.Fine Tuning Your Calling As An Artist
Do you know what type of artist you are called to be? What is your target audience? What is your primary message? In this workshop we will use exercises and tools to discover true passions and giftings—your unique heartbeat as an artist. We will discuss various emphases and directions that artists can have and ways to tangibly take more steps into the center of your unique calling as a "Kingdom" artist.Les Barker Mystery and Majesty: The Art of Paper Snowflakes
Have you ever seen a photograph of a real snowflake? The exquisite yet fragile beauty of these crystals is amazing, and yet another testimony to the Creator. Many a grade school student has learned to fold and cut to fashion a paper equivalent of these beautiful crystals. Les Barker has taken this simple artform to the next level, creating unique and intricate designs that catch the eye and then draw the observer in for a closer look... and discovery. See examples of his work, which have been featured at the Illinois Artisans Program, the Museum of Science and Industry, the Orland Park Library, Grace Lutheran Church, and elsewhere. Learn about the tools and techniques of his creative outlet, and how you can try it yourself. Tools and materials provided at no charge.Matt Tommey Crafting Your Brand: Marketing & Social Media for Artists
This workshop will explore proven techniques to empower artists to craft a unique brand and communicate that brand story to their target market via various mediums including print, online and social media. Participants are encouraged to bring their current marketing materials and internet-enabled laptop computer (Wifi available). There will be plenty of time for interaction, questions and implementation. Specific topics of discussion include: Crafting Your Brand as an Artist, Communicating Your Brand Story, How to make Social Media work for you, Tools and Tips for Using Social Media & the Web, The Power of the Social Network, Basic Search Engine Optimization for your Website.
Kit Fee: $10 for marketing packet.
Justice Carmon Learning How & Why Comics Work Justice Carmon
We grew up loving them, read the "funnies" on Sunday, and buying superhero books monthly. What makes this art form and style of communication so attractive, so ubiquitous? How can it be so simple a child can understand it, but so complex it takes the highest level of craft to master it? From classic strips to silver age superheroes to manga, we'll explore the power of this "democratic" art form.
Making Your Own Comic Workshop Justice Carmon
Outside of Andy Warhol or Roy Lichtenstein, you probably won't see comics in an art gallery, but you will see them every day in the local newspaper. In this workshop, we will teach The Inspired that the skill to communicate in comics is based more on the "Invisibles" of the art - a sense of humor, of drama, of timing, and of implied action - than skills in illustration. Beginner Artists NEED to Apply! If you want proof a non-artist can be a great cartoonist, we cite "Dilbert" as the perfect example. [1 Corinthians 1:27]Visual Arts Faculty Members Portfolio Review
Bring your current portfolio with you and receive feedback from both faculty and other artists. Learn how to accentuate your strengths and work on areas where you can grow in technique and presentation.
Worship/Vocal Workshops
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Instructor Class Vivien Hibbert The Voice of God I
This is a study of how to hear God's voice with greater sensitivity and clarity through a variety of ways. We will also study the glory of God that comes through the glorious ‘thunders' of His voice in Psalm 29.The Voice of God II
This is a continuation of the Voice of God I. In this session we will continue the study of how to hear God's voice with greater sensitivity and clarity through a variety of ways.Song of Deliverance
This session will explore the seven songs that the Lord sings over His people to bring deliverance through suffering and trials. Prophetic worshipers need to learn how to sing these songs of deliverance over their families, churches, and nations.Prophetic Flow Workshop
Prophetic worship is “worship” where God speaks and interacts with the congregation in both the corporate & personal setting. During this session, artists will explore flowing spontaneously and prophetically, embracing every moment of the corporate worship service.What is the Anointing
The oil used to anoint God's servants in the Old Testament was comprised of five specific ingredients and each ingredient coincides with our lifestyle and character today. This teaching gives us a new opportunity to dedicate ourselves once again to greater intimacy and commitment to God.The Protocol of the Prophetic
Paul exhorts us to desire spiritual gifts, especially to prophesy. This session is designed to equip worshipers with the skills, protocol and etiquette in their prophetic ministry.God's Hiding Places
This is a teaching about the secret places where God hides Himself, and also the places where He hides us. These are places where he prepares the worshiper to bear His likeness.
Cory Ratliff The Time Is Now
This session for worship leaders, worship pastors and ministers of music is a discussion about what God is saying for this age and how it influences the worship music ministry.Working With The Choir
This workshop is designed to explore concepts and techniques in working with and developing an effective and anointed choir. Participants in this workshop should come prepared to join together in perfect harmony! Youth are encouraged to attend this workshop.John Jones Atmosphere of Heaven
You are called, created, and uniquely gifted to reproduce the atmosphere of Heaven on earth. In this session, participants will explore and understand who they are and the authority they have as believers and worshipers of God.Building & Maintaining a Healthy Worship Team
What to do our worship services if the worship team is malfunctioning? This session will equip leaders and teams with tools necessary for developing, building, and maintaining healthy worship team.Vocal Dynamics
In this hands-on vocal workshop, singers will explore the dynamics of harmonic sounds, developing a musical ear, and effectively communicating through song. Participants should come prepared to release the unique sounds of their voices.James Jay English One Band One Sound
This hands-on workshop explores the concept of flowing together as a band to create one sound that glorifies and edifies. Musicians will learn how to balance sound, complement one another and collaborate together to produce the sounds of heaven.Progression That Transform
Music has the ability to not only capture the ear, but even to connect with soul and Spirit. In this session, musicians will explore various chords and progressions that have the unique characteristics to transform the atmosphere.Instrumentation of the Attributes of God
In this exciting workshop, musicians will enjoy the journey of learning to use their instruments to capture and interpret the personality and character of God. From the beat of His heart to the still small voice He uses to comfort, this session takes the skillful musician on a journey of oneness with the Spirit of God.LeAnzar Stockley Leading in Grace
Worship leaders will view biblical foundation for creatively leading congregations in worship under grace. Participants will have to opportunity to explore leading styles while remaining consistent with free worship where the heart and art of worship leading collaborate.Worship “Unplugged” – The Refresher Course
Consider this a “refresher” course! In this intimate and powerful session, worshipers will explore the heart of worship, through pure relationship with God, void of amplified distractions. Through acoustic worship, you will be engulfed in grace and engage in song worship that will glorify God and edify your soul. (feel free to bring your acoustic style instruments)Worshiping Under The Wrong Tree – A Tale of Two Trees
In the Garden of Eden remain two trees, one which leads to death and another that lead to life. In this unveiling session, participants will journey through the garden to find the tree God intended and designed for the ultimate in relationship, holiness, and worship.
Sharon Harper Worshiping In The Dark
This session opens the worshiper up to the dynamics of worshiping God through hurt, pain and suffering. God communes with you in the dark days of your life. Prepare to connect with God, walking with him through your toughest times.Worship Faculty Karitos Worship Talk Live (Panel Discussion)
This session unlocks the door to share with one another as worshipers. Participants are given the opportunity to engage in heart-to-heart dialogue with the faculty and asking questions regarding Karitos sessions and other concerns centered on worship.
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