Iconography Workshop: St. Catherine of Alexandria
Schedule
Mon Jun 10 2024 at 09:00 am to Sat Jun 15 2024 at 10:00 am
UTC-05:00Location
Franciscan Spirituality Center | La Crosse, WI
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Meets Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday, 9-10 a.m.Both a meaningful prayer practice and a technical art form, iconography traces its history to the beginning of Christianity. Icons are often referred to as “windows into heaven” and continue to be venerated by Orthodox Christians and others. Noted American iconographer Phil Zimmerman will guide participants step-by-step through the process of “writing” or painting an icon in the Byzantine style, following ancient guidelines and techniques while using modern artist’s materials (acrylic paints, gessoed board, gold leaf). All materials and supplies are included. By the end of the week, students will have a beautifully completed icon varnished and ready to display.
Instructor: Phil Zimmerman
Beginner and advanced students welcome.
While previous iconography experience is not necessary, it is helpful to have a basic understanding of painting and color mixing.
(Please note: Class may extend into the evening hours on Friday for varnishing)
Overnight guests may check in Sunday evening (5-7 p.m.).
Investment:
Commuter: $575, includes lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and all supplies
Full: $700, includes private bedroom Sunday through Friday nights, all meals and all supplies
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Direct link to registration: https://fsc.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=24SON07667
ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Phil Zimmerman is the owner of St. John of Damascus Icon Studio in Pennsylvania, having studied iconography with Richard Osacky (the late Bishop Job, OCA Diocese of Chicago and the Midwest). Phil has created hundreds of religious icons for churches and private collectors throughout the world and has taught more than 2,000 students, some of whom have become noted iconographers themselves. Phil has offered retreats at the Franciscan Spirituality Center since 2001.
ABOUT THE ICON: The icon we paint will be based on the prototype pictured. Catherine of Alexandria (also spelled Katherine) is, according to tradition, a Christian saint and virgin, who was martyred in the early 4th century. She was both a princess and a noted scholar who became a Christian at 14, converted hundreds of people to Christianity and was martyred at age 18. The Eastern Orthodox Church venerates her as a Great Martyr, and the Roman Catholic Church reveres her as one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers.
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Where is it happening?
Franciscan Spirituality Center, 901 Franciscan Way, La Crosse, WI 54601-1606, United States,La Crosse, WisconsinEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
