About Us
Icon Arts studio offers iconography workshops and classes in Austin, Texas and conducted by iconographer Irene Perez. We also sell essential fine iconography supplies for students and dedicated iconographers.
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If you would like to learn the art of iconography in the Russian-Byzantine style you can attend Icon Arts iconography workshops, weekly open studio time, or schedule a video class or consultation. You will learn to use the ancient method of egg-tempera painting and gilding with genuine gold leaf. The instructor will demonstrate every step of the process of iconography and it’s theological symbolism.
While no art experience is necessary, prospective students must have the ability to retain information given, and transfer the techniques demonstrated by the instructor in order to execute them on their own icons. In addition, students need to be able to attend the full six days of the workshop, sit for six or seven hours each day, and do the work themselves apart from some assistance from the instructor with the use of tools or for demonstrations. The gilding method requires students use deep long breaths, which may be difficult if the student has breathing difficulties. The instructor will provide an alternative method for gilding given advanced notice of breathing problems ahead of the workshop.
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Currently, holding open studio classes in Austin, TX. on Saturdays from 9 am – 1 pm. Students who wish to work in the studio please email irene@iconarts.com
Orders and Commissions
If you wish to purchase or commission an icon, you can select the image of your choice from any of the icon gallery or request a personal favorite.
Standard sizes are:
- 7 x 9″
- 9 x 12½”
- 11 x 14″
- 13 x 17″
- 15 x 20″
- 18 x 24″
- Custom sizes are also available.
For quotes please email your request to Ms. Pérez or call (512) 797-4273. Prices for sizes listed range from $500 to $3000. If your request involves larger icons please send your budget requirements and deadline. All the icons are hand painted on gessoed solid wood panels, with gilding clay, 24 Kt. gold leaf, and traditional egg-tempera technique using natural pigments. Please include your contact information in your e-mail or telephone message.