THE ART OF THE ICON
Thursdays
10am–12.30pm, 8 March to 8 November
St Paschal College Franciscan Friary, 90 Albion Road, Box Hill
Learn to paint icons in the traditional prayerful way. Led by Br Ignatius
Hickson OFM, ‘The art of the icon’
will teach you how to prepare an icon as an act of prayer and contemplation,
using traditional methods. The cost includes all materials required
(except paint and brushes). The group will also learn about the meaning and
functions of icons in the life of the Church. Br Ignatius donates his time to
pass on what he has learned. Numbers are limited. To apply to join the course,
please send your name, contact details and a paragraph about why you would like
to be a prayerful participant in ‘The art of the icon’.
Cost: $140 for materials
Applications: stpaschals@franciscans.org.au or PO Box 79, Box Hill, VIC 3128
Details: Fr Joe McKay ofm on 9896 4400