The Icon Painter's Handbook

by Ian Knowles

This handbook is an in depth introduction to the theory and practice of Byzantine icon painting in egg tempera. The aim is to help all students aspire to create icons that are both sound theologically while being aesthetically beautiful. This volume focuses on the Face of Christ, especially in the Mandolin icon, and covers all the basics of icon painting. Subsequent volumes are planned which will look at the figure and the Kyykotissa icon, the design...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0C7BD2N55
• ISBN13: 9791221479829
• Release Date: June 2023
• Publisher: Youcanprint
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.3" x 11.7"