Private workshops
There are two types of workshops. It’s a small one that it’s three hours and a big one that it’s 5 hours.
The theme and in the two workshops is the same, to paint a byzantine face. Only at the big workshop will gild the icon with gold leaves (22k) and you take a taste of all the technique.
The workshops is conducted with egg tempera in the same traditional way as was the case in the Byzantine times. In this workshop, the person that participates will paint an icon, using paints made from egg yolk and colour powders. At the end of the workshop the memder will have completed the icon.
These workshops are suitable for people with no previous experience in painting, as well as for amateur or professional painters who wish to study the byzantine art genre.
Lessons are stand-alone, which means that during the course, each participant is given the opportunity to complete an icon fully.
Everything needed -canvases, brushes, easels, colours, etc.- are provided by the atelier. The Workshop lessons are in English. (Cost 500 euros)
Guided tour of Byzantine Religious Painting
A unique 90-minute experience where iconographer Babis Pylarinos will introduce us to the world of Byzantine iconography. During this tour, we will explore the fundamental techniques used in the Orthodox tradition: fresco, encaustic, and egg tempera.
The iconographer will present the distinct characteristics of each technique, explaining the process and the materials involved. As part of the tour, he will demonstrate the encaustic technique by painting the face of Jesus Christ or a saint, offering participants the opportunity to witness up close the creation of a sacred image using this ancient method.
A unique opportunity for those who wish to discover the art of iconography and uncover the secrets of Byzantine painting. (Cost 300 euros)
For booking please send an email at info@pilarinos.gr or call message at 00306945746653 (viber and whats app)