Sacred Doorways: A Beginner's Guide to Icons

by Linette Martin

"Linette Martin's style and simplicity of language are transparent and clear, so rare in other similar writings on the topic." -Metropolitan Emilianos Timiadis

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1557253072
• ISBN13: 9781557253071
• Release Date: January 2006
• Publisher: Paraclete Press (MA)
• Length: 259 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.4" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Review and Request

This was the first book I've read on the subject of icons, and it did not disappoint. I read it because I am interested in learning more about both Orthodoxy and icon painting. I have an MFA in oil painting and now want to paint icons in the traditional manner. I would very much appreciate any other recommendations on the technique and practice of icon painting. If you know of any good titles in English, please let me know. Thank you!

The Perfect Beginner Guide

I checked out 4 or 5 library texts on icons, and this one was by far the easiest to read, browse, and refer to. Martin writes in a straightforward way that is comprehensible to non-art students or those just starting out in the study of icons. Pleasurable enough for bedtime reading! I think the most interesting part was the large middle section with an alphabetized explanation of symbols and images.

Beautiful Yet Simple

I really liked this book. It is very well written and had a nice way of putting complex ideas into really simple terms.I would say it is the perfect book to give to someone who is trying to find out what iconography is all about.

Sacred Doorways reviewed

This book helped me to understand the importance of the icon in the Orthodox faith. There was an extensive overview of the history, meaning and technique involved with icons. I have ordered additional books about the Eastern Orthodox church as a result.

Great Introduction

This is a really great introduction to what the symbols, colors, and items mean in iconography. I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in iconography.