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We just restocked some items! We added these essen We just restocked some items! We added these essential gilding materials to our current supplies, and now we are fully ready for every type of gilding project. Here’s a look at what just arrived: 🎨 Kölner KGGG System (Fond, Colnerfix, Sealer) 💧 Kölner Instacoll (Base & Activator) + specialized tissue sets from @apveronasrl ✨ Giusto Manetti Firenze Gold Leaf (23.5kt Orange Gold & 24kt Pure Gold) #otrigrammatos #gilding #byzantineiconography #kölnersystem #kyriakoskosova
Për Lavdi të Perëndisë For the Glory of God #ik Për Lavdi të Perëndisë For the Glory of God #ikonaeshengjerasimit #otrigrammatos #byzantineiconography #iconography #byzantine
There are artists who carry a universe inside, wai There are artists who carry a universe inside, waiting for the right moment to bloom. Our dear friend @sm.fineart - Saimir Mullalli is one of them. After years of silence, his vision is finally reaching the world through his book: BËRTHAMA – A Philosophy of Revelation, and we are so proud to share it. ✨ You will discover that the word ‘Bërthama’ carries an ancient echo. Like the stone at the heart of a fruit, it protects and hides a world within—the ‘core’ of existence. It is the sacred seed where life and art begin, small in size but infinite in depth. 📖 If you love art that speaks to the spirit, this is for you. Buying this book is more than a purchase; it’s a way to tell a silent soul that his voice was worth waiting for. ✨❤️ Let’s help Saimir’s light shine as bright as it was always meant to. 🕊️ #smfineart #saimirmullalli #bërthama #artofrevelation #philosophy
Studio Tips: The Secret to the Perfect Egg Emulsio Studio Tips: The Secret to the Perfect Egg Emulsion ✨ In iconography, the magic happens when raw pigments meet the right binder. Today, we’re sharing how we prepare our egg emulsion at the studio—a simple yet vital process for creating colors that last for centuries. The secret? A precise ratio and a little trick with apple cider vinegar to make the color truly stick. 🎨 👇 Save this post for your next project! #Iconography #EggTempera #otrigrammatos #TraditionalArt #byzantineiconography
Why do we still paint icons today? It almost didn’ Why do we still paint icons today? It almost didn’t happen. In 787 AD, the Second Council of Nicaea faced a world where sacred art was being destroyed. Their decision, the Horos, changed everything. It’s not about the wood or the paint—it’s about the “Prototype.” ☦️ #byzantineiconography #byzantineart #orthodoxy #otrigrammatos #churchhistory
Is an icon just an image, or is it something more? Is an icon just an image, or is it something more? For centuries, the Church faced the struggle of Iconoclasm, questioning if depicting the Divine was a sin. The answer lies in the Incarnation: because God became man in Jesus Christ, the ‘Invisible” became “Visible.” Therefore, painting Him is not idolatry, but a celebration of His presence among us. We do not worship the wood or the gold, but we venerate the person represented, using the icon as a window to the Kingdom of Heaven. #Byzantinelconography #orthodoxchurch #Incarnation #SacredArt #otrigrammatos
Beyond the Medium: The Essence of Icons We trace t Beyond the Medium: The Essence of Icons We trace the historical roots of this sacred art form, from the catacombs to nowadays, analyzing how the image has survived the challenges of time to reach us with its spiritual vigor intact. Full video on YouTube #otrigrammatos #kyriakoskosova #byzantineiconography #iconography #byzantineart
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The Stride of Faith ⛰️ In this Byzantine depiction The Stride of Faith ⛰️ In this Byzantine depiction of the Sacrifice of Isaac, every visual element speaks to the tension of the moment. The sharp, jagged rocks are more than just a landscape; they reflect the severity of the trial and the tragic difficulty of Abraham’s journey. Yet, upon those same rocks, the strikes of light tell another story: one of Grace illuminating even the harshest moments. It is a path of total surrender where, in the end, Providence is revealed. 🎨✨ #ByzantineIconography #SacredArt #iconpainting #otrigrammatos #kyriakoskosova
A profound moment of obedience and divine interven A profound moment of obedience and divine intervention. This Byzantine depiction captures the tension between human devotion and the unfolding of God’s plan on Mount Moriah. It serves as a visual reminder that where there is human surrender, God reveals His providence. #sacredart #orthodoxiconography #otrigrammatos #byzantineiconography #kyriakoskosova
We believe art is better when shared. 🕊️ To our lo We believe art is better when shared. 🕊️ To our long-time supporters: Thank you for being our backbone. To our new friends: Welcome! We’re officially open for collaborations, workshops, and studio events. Have a suggestion or a project in mind? We’d love to hear it! Let’s keep the tradition alive, one gold leaf at a time. ✨ ✅ Workshops & Courses ✅ Studio Events ✅ Creative Partnerships ✅ Your Ideas! We’re open to new proposals and can’t wait to hear from you. #otrigrammatos #byzantineiconography #icons #orthodoxchurch #byzantineart
Ever wondered who’s behind the art? Here’s a quick Ever wondered who’s behind the art? Here’s a quick hello. #otrigrammatos #bridgeportpa #byzantineiconography #church #artstudio
As it turns out, catching Kyriakos on camera is ev As it turns out, catching Kyriakos on camera is even harder than laying gold leaf on a windy day! So, once again, the introductions are up to me. I’ll try to share a glimpse of our journey since 2002 in just a few seconds. I’ll be posting small snippets of our story here, and I promise he’ll make an appearance very soon…let’s hope🎨✨ Full videos will be on YouTube! #otrigrammatos #kyriakoskosova #byzantineiconography #bridgeportpa #ourstory
From the studio to your home. 🕊️ We are delighted From the studio to your home. 🕊️ We are delighted to share this beautiful shot by our partners at @theophany_works_icons . We love how they capture the essence of Kyriakos’s iconography in their replicas. It’s more than just a reproduction; it’s a shared commitment to tradition and excellence. A special thanks to Theophany Works for the thoughtful touch of including an artist postcard in their shipments—it’s a beautiful way to share the story behind the icons. ✍️ Visit their collection to see lost of other icons and bring a piece of sacred art into your space. #otrigrammatos #theophanyworks #byzantineiconography #orthodoxchurch #byzantineart
✨You are an impregnable wall and a source of mirac ✨You are an impregnable wall and a source of miracles enabling us to subdue enemy attacks, O Mother of God. Wherefore we pray you, grant peace to the world and great mercy to our souls.✨ #otrigrammatos #byzantineiconography #byzantineicons #orthodoxchurch #kyriakoskosova
“Gjithë shpresën time e vë te ti, o Nënë e Perëndi “Gjithë shpresën time e vë te ti, o Nënë e Perëndisë, ruajmë nën mbrojtjen tënde.” Tropari (Toni i 4-t) Ikona e Hyjlindëses me Krishtin fëmijë në @kisha_shen_gjerasimi në Tiranë. #otrigrammatos #kyriakoskosova #kishaautoqefaleeshqipërisë #orthodoxalbania #orthodoxchurch
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