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The Creation of an Icon

Iconographer and former Greek Orthodox monk Aidan Hart paints an icon for Advent.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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5. Halos
Iconographer Aidan Hart puts the finishing touches to his icon.
21 Dec 2018,14 mins
4. Shining with Divine Splendour
Aidan Hart explains how to use paint to create divine light.
20 Dec 2018,14 mins
3. Holy Perspectives
Iconographer Aidan Hart explains the strange perspectives of the icon.
19 Dec 2018,14 mins
2. Symbolism of Paint
Aidan Hart explains the significance of colour as he paints an icon.
18 Dec 2018,14 mins
1. Doors Between Two Worlds
World-renowned iconographer Aidan Hart paints an icon of the angel Gabriel and Mary.
17 Dec 2018,14 mins