The Edinburgh School of Icon Painting have let us know that you can join their weekly classes and sign up for weekend workshops:
Tuesdays 10.30am – 1.30pm
Thursdays 5.30pm – 8.30pm
Learn egg tempera technique through traditional art of icon painting. Make your own paints using egg yolk and dry pigments.
Find inspiration in many provided images of ancient and contemporary icons.
Work with an experienced icon painter and teacher.
You will learn and explore:
- composition used in icon painting,
- icon styles including Byzantine and Russian,
- how to prepare egg yolk binding medium,
- make your own paints from dry pigments,
- how to work with thin layers,
- egg tempera brush work,
- dry brush work.
You will be encouraged to experiment with the technique and colour. Tradition is something dynamic so it’s still moving and changing.
Your ideas and contemporary approach both welcome.
The block of ten, 3-hour sessions should be enough to complete an icon and costs £235.
Classes will run throughout the year so don’t worry if you miss a few sessions at the beginning. You still will be able to make 10 sessions. Students will be working at their own pace and the tuition will be adjusted to the individual needs of the students.
To sign up email edinburghicons@gmail.com or call 07565144722
You can also visit the website to learn more.