Introduction to Iconography is a foundational course that introduces the traditional art of icon painting.
Students learn essential materials, techniques, and principles of iconography, including panel preparation, drawing transfer, natural pigments, egg tempera, and an introduction to gilding.
The course is structured, clear, and respectful of tradition, providing a solid technical and conceptual foundation for further study and practice.
Professional icon painter and instructor with over 15 years of experience in traditional iconography. The work is rooted in classical techniques, including natural pigments, egg tempera, hand-prepared wooden panels, and traditional gilding.
Teaching focuses on clarity, structure, and respect for tradition. Students are guided step by step through each stage of the process, developing strong technical foundations, confidence in their work, and a deeper understanding of iconographic form and meaning.