Iconography: Windows of LightJuly 4 – 21, 2012 The Program
St John the Glorious Forerunner The Windows of Light Iconography Program is a 17-day intensive course in the art of iconography, integrating the traditional method of egg tempera painting with the study of Eastern spirituality and tradition. Students will advance from blank boards to completed icons of St John the Glorious Forerunner (St. John the Baptist). This step by step instruction will help the student develop iconography into a life-long pursuit, provide a solid foundation for beginners and will help refine the techniques of more experienced iconographers. Through reading, lecture and discussion integrated with the technical training, students will explore the history and theology of icons, including the iconoclast controversy, symbolic meanings, and the scriptural significance of icons. While enjoying the support of a community of like-minded artists, students will also have the opportunity to participate in daily Mass, and morning and evening prayer. Personal time in the rural beauty surrounding the college complements this time of artistry and renewal. The course will close with a formal blessing of the icons, followed by their exhibition for family, friends and supporters of the students and college. University Option:This program qualifies as a university course, in cooperation with St. Joseph's College, University of Alberta. Students wishing to take this course for credit must notify our office at the time of their application. Additional fees will apply. The Instructor
Frank Turner, Frank C. Turner is a professional artist in the areas of iconography, theatre, and film making. An iconographer for 20 years, Frank has studied under Vladislav Andreyev, a contemporary master iconographer, and Father Gianluca Busi of Bologna. He has completed over 50 icons in the Byzantine tradition for individuals and for churches. Currently, he continues to write icons on commission and gives private instruction from his studio in Port Moody, BC. Frank is a founding member of Epiphany Sacred Arts Guild, a society of artists promoting the practice and appreciation of sacred arts in conformity with the magisterium of the Catholic Church. He has served as its president for seven years. Married for 36 years, he has four children and lives in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. This is Frank's fourth year as instructor for Living Water College. 
Naomi Arielle, Naomi Arielle lives on a 4th generation family farm in Alberta, Canada. After completing a secondary education with emphasis on classical literature, Naomi pursued an intensive drawing program and classical realist approach by attending the Angel Academy of Art in Florence, Italy. In the summer of 2011, she travelled to New York's Catskill Mountains to study landscapes in oil through the New York Grand Central Academy of Art. Naomi has shown her art in Florence, Italy and Edmonton, Canada, and her works adorn private collections throughout Canada, the United States and Scotland. This will be Naomi's second year serving as program assistant for the Iconography program of Living Water College. More of Naomi Arielle's works can be viewed on her website: NaomiArielle.com DetailsCost:
Dates:
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is due upon acceptance. The remaining funds are due by May 31. Apply:
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