Unfortunately I couldn’t find a teacher, so had to learn in various other ways: by analysing masterpieces and trying to discover their secrets by reading academic papers by conservationists who used technology to analyse old icons by learning whatever I could from experienced icon painters whom I met, or who had written about their technique and in particular, by studying the works of one of the great iconographers of our times, Father Zenon Teodor. To train as an icon painter seemed a natural progression, and was indeed suggested by my parish priest. This encounter with icons eventually led me to become a member of the Orthodox Church, and also to test a monastic vocation. A friend suggested that I look at icons, and I immediately recognised that they did what I was trying to do. I began as a sculptor and was trying to find ways to indicate the spiritual nature of the human person in my work. We talked to Aidan about his love of iconography and his inspirations behind his work. His most recent pieces can be seen in Canterbury Cathedral and Lancaster University Chaplaincy. The Icon Painting Course is taught by professional iconographer Aidan Hart, who has over 30 years of experience and has works displayed in many cathedrals and monasteries around the world – remarkably in over 25 countries. Throughout the Icon Painting course, students are able to explore the Orthodox Church’s theology of the icon, as well as learn and hone key techniques such as egg tempera and pigment preparation. The Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts Icon Painting course was established in 2009 to offer aspiring iconographers a structured foundation course in which to develop their skills. Icon painter Aidan Hart shares his love of iconography and the inspiration behind his compelling works
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