Custom-made icon – what does the collaboration with the artist look like?
Ordering a custom-made icon is a process based on conversation, trust and attentiveness. See what working with an artist looks like step by step, from choosing the subject to the finished icon.
How does an icon differ from an ordinary religious painting?
An icon is not an ordinary religious painting. It is a sign of presence, prayer and spiritual encounter. Discover the most important differences between an icon and a work of sacred art.
How to Start Writing Icons? A Few Tips for Beginners
How do you begin the journey of icon writing? In this post, I share a few tips for beginners: from choosing a teacher and preparing basic materials to understanding the importance of patience, focus, and respect for the tradition of the icon.
The most frequently chosen icons and their meanings
Which icon should you choose for your home or as a gift? Discover the meaning of the most popular icons: Christ Pantocrator, the Mother of God, the Guardian Angel, Archangel Gabriel and patron saints.
An Icon as a Unique Gift: For What Occasions?
A hand-written icon is a gift full of meaning, prayer and spiritual closeness. Discover the occasions for giving an icon and how to choose one for a specific person.
Where to Place an Icon at Home? A Practical Guide for Beginners
Where is the best place to hang an icon at home? In the bedroom, living room, child’s room, or prayer corner? A practical guide for those buying or painting their first icon.