Byzantine Iconography Series 1: Drawing the Face

🎓 Course Title: Byzantine Iconography Series 1: Drawing the Face

Course Headline: Laying the Foundations for Byzantine Iconography

Course Description:

Are you ready to embark on a journey into the sacred art of Byzantine Iconography? 🕊️ This isn't just about tracing or painting by numbers; it's about understanding and respecting the rich tradition that has been a cornerstone of Orthodox Christian worship for centuries. In "Byzantine Iconography Series 1: Drawing the Face," Bridget Hayes will guide you through the fundamental principles that underpin this timeless art form.

Why This Course?

• Foundation Building: Unlike mere copying, this course lays a solid foundation in Byzantine drawing techniques, ensuring your skills are grounded in tradition rather than transient imitations.
• Mastery of Line: Discover the rhythm and harmony created by lines that breathe life into icons. We'll explore why certain poses, like the frontal one, are not typically used in Byzantine iconography and instead focus on dynamic compositions.
• Facial Expressions: From the reverential 3/4 pose to the upward facing and the face of the Infant Christ, you'll learn to depict a range of facial types within each pose.

Course Highlights:

• The Art of Line: Understand how the Byzantine system uses line to create rhythm and harmony in icons.

• Facial Poses Explored:

  • The Frontal Pose: Learn why it's not a staple in Byzantine iconography.
  • Dynamic Frontal Pose: Discover how to breathe life into static compositions.
  • Dynamic Frontal on Curved Axes: Add dimension and dynamism to your drawings.
  • Ascetic Faces and Beards: Capture the essence of spirituality with authentic ascetic portrayals.
  • Reverential 3/4 Pose: Master the expressions that convey deep reverence.
  • Upward Facing 3/4 Pose: Learn how to depict an upward gaze, symbolizing adoration and devotion.
  • Infant Christ: Perfect the delicate art of capturing the innocence of Christ as an infant.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is perfect for:

• Aspiring iconographers who want to learn the true principles of Byzantine Iconography.
• Artists interested in delving into the sacred traditions of Orthodox icon painting.
• Anyone looking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of this ancient art form.

Join us on this enlightening path, where you'll learn not just to draw icons, but to express the profound spirituality that is the essence of Byzantine Iconography. ✨

Enroll Now to Begin Your Spiritual and Artistic Journey with Bridget Hayes in "Byzantine Iconography Series 1: Drawing the Face"! 🖌️🙏