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The Modern Masonic Maker

Since the beginning, Freemasonry has captured the minds and hearts of some of the most imaginative men of each generation. Though far removed from the stonemasons who envisioned and built Europe’s grand cathedrals, the desire to create something new, beautiful, and impactful carries through to present day. In this issue of California Freemason, Mark Frauenfelder – research director at the Institute for the Future and founding editor-and-chief of MAKE magazine – interviews contemporary Masonic artisans and visionaries to delve into their drive for creativity and innovation.

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EXECUTIVE MESSAGE
Junior Grand Warden Stuart A. Wright explains the connection between the desire to create and the will to reimagine and better oneself through Freemasonry.

FROM ROUGH CUT TO PERFECTION
Modern Masonic woodcarvers reveal what inspires their creative drive and the parallels they’ve found between their art and fraternity.

MEMBER PROFILE: AN ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
One brother has led an inspiring life, from the Covina Children’s Home to a successful career in business and impactful philanthropic endeavors.

DWELLING TOGETHER IN UNITY
Throughout California, brothers are thinking creatively to reimagine what it means to be a lodge – and what they’re looking for when they don their aprons.

CREATIVE SPIRIT IN ONE SNAPSHOT
Masonic youth share their creative passions in our first-ever Instagram contest.

MASONIC EDUCATION: WISDOM, STRENGTH, AND BEAUTY
Past Grand Master John L. Cooper III explains why our stonemason ancestors believed that beauty was an integral component of “all great and important undertakings.”

BEYOND THE DRAWING BOARD
When the Masonic Homes set out to improve resident memory care, it was with collaboration, foresight, and imagination.

MASTER OF EFFECTS
From cult-classic films to television and commercials, one brother is using his creative talent in Hollywood – armed with the lessons of the craft.

 

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