My first Icon and My first Egg Tempera

"Spending two weeks in a serene religious community nestled in the mountains of Lebanon was a truly uplifting experience for both my soul and my art. During this time, I was introduced to the timeless art of iconography. While I wasn’t rubbing shoulders with the great Renaissance masters, it felt as close to that as one could imagine.

I learned the ancient technique of egg tempera painting, a meticulous and spiritual process that added a new depth to my artistic practice. Most excitingly, I had the honor of writing my very first icon—a deeply fulfilling milestone. I look forward to exploring this sacred art form further in the future."