Announcing the Orthodox Illustration Project
WEBJun 10, 2014 · It is an open-ended call for artistic contributions to build up a library of imagery, and in the process, to develop a new and fresh, yet wholly traditional, style of graphic art for the service of the church.
Pageau Carvings - Home
WEBTraditional Patterns for Today. Pageau Studios is the carving studio started by Jonathan Pageau. We carve Eastern Orthodox and other traditional images. Pageau also designs products, teaches and makes videos that explore how ancient patterns can re-enchant our contemporary life.
Icons Are Not Idols | Orthodox Christian Fellowship - OCF
WEBIcons are no ordinary paintings. They are full of symbolic meaning to convey the theological truths of the True Faith. From the colors to the stances of the people, to the scenery and lighting, icons teach us who God is, and who we are in relation to Him.
What do the hand gestures in icons mean? - Aleteia
WEBJun 12, 2016 · In Greek Orthodox iconography, as also in early Christian iconography, the gesture of the blessing hand actually shapes the letters IC XC, an abbreviation for the Greek words Jesus (I HCOY C)...
The Tradition of Icon Painting in Eastern Orthodoxy: Sacred …
WEBApr 7, 2024 · Icon painting is a venerable and intricate part of the Eastern Orthodox tradition, holding a place of great spiritual significance since its inception in the early days of the Church. These sacred images, known as icons, serve not only as religious art but as theological texts in colour and form.
Exploring the Sacred World of Orthodox Icon
WEBOct 29, 2023 · Explore the depth of Orthodox iconography, unraveling the rich meanings behind Greek icons and the essence of Orthodox Christian art.
How Orthodox church icons are made, tell visual faith stories
WEBJul 7, 2015 · Here are five things to know about the icons you see in Orthodox churches: How icons are made. Iconographer Elias Katsaros doesn't actually paint the icons directly onto the wall. It's more like...
Illuminated Gospel | Amhara peoples - The Metropolitan Museum of Art
WEBThis illuminated manuscript of the Four Gospels was created at a monastic center in northern Ethiopia. Twenty full-page paintings depict scenes from the life of Christ and four portraits of the evangelists introduce the respective Gospel texts.
For one artist, Russian Orthodox icons mean the perfect blend of art …
WEBJul 25, 2017 · The Russian Orthodox style of iconography is both an artistic and spiritual practice for artist Sean Kramer. In the Russian Orthodox Church, art is much more than just decoration. Small, elaborate paintings known as icons portray Christianity’s most famous persons, and are used as tools for prayer. Today, a …
Orthodox Bible Painting - Etsy
WEBCheck out our orthodox bible painting selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our religion & spirituality books shops.
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