Iconography Talks
OVERVIEW OF ICONOGRAPHIC TRADITION. Iconography is integral and inseparable from Orthodox Christian Church liturgical tradition and a prayer life of an Orthodox Christian in general. It has evolved through the ages starting 1st AD to present and yet stayed true to the canons of the church, with the focus on spiritual rather than material life. In this talk, we will summarize the historical evolution of this liturgical visual art, starting from the Catacombs, Iconoclasm, Iconographical “Renaissance”, to present days. We will look at the symbols, colors and gestures, and finally will get insights into the “iconographer studio”, starting from the creation of an icon board, materials used in actual painting and varnishing, iconography techniques and approaches.
from FOCUS, Cincinnati: "Thank you to everyone who joined us for a phenomenal and extremely informative lecture on iconography by Anya Gerasimchuk. We look forward to her workshop on May 31st that will walk attendees through writing an icon of the Archangel Michael. Sign up to join us for this incredible opportunity using the link in the bio!"
Icon Painting Workshops
One day introductory workshop
In this full day workshop, you will write your own icon, following step-by-step instructions. This will be an introduction to icon-writing, where explanation will be mixed with presentation, and followed by individual instruction.
We will be working with acrylics, the material which dries faster then Egg Tempera, and thus will allow us to take a closer look at an icon creation in one day.
Longer Workshops & Individual Instructions
Please, contact me to discuss your exact needs: potential duration, location, goals.
In this setting we will work in a traditional egg-tempera technique, and can introducing elements of building and even icon board making.
At this time, I am asking Church Parishes to self-organize for a minimum of 10 - maximum 25 people for a workshop. Once you feel there will be enough participation, let's discuss the duration & location needs.
Testimonials
"Thank you so much for putting on this wonderful event! I had an amazing time and it was so impactful learning the process of icon writing. I’ve been wanting to learn how to write icons but haven’t been able to do a full week class. Being able to do it one day was perfect and Anya was such a good teacher!"
"Thank you to Anya and everyone who helped make this a wonderful workshop. My daughter and I truly enjoyed the day learning and working on this icon!"
" was happy to learn and be apart of the icon workshop❤️"