The basics of icon painting 5/2026

19.05.2026 00:00 - 27.05.2026 00:00

Registration ends: 05.05.2026 00:00 - If registration has already closed, please inquire about course places by calling 017 570 1810.

myyntipalvelu@valamo.fi, p. 017 5701 810

, 672€/Student hotel 1 room, incl. accommodation, tuition, meals

Course description

The course is suitable for anyone who wants to learn how to paint an Orthodox icon using the traditional egg tempera technique. This course is stress-free - no previous painting experience is required! We will paint a simple shoulder icon of the Mother of God. We will proceed step by step from drawing a model and preparing colors to painting and finishing the icon. At the same time, we will learn about the theology of icons and the history of icon painting. Supplies and materials, such as an icon board, brushes and pigments, can be purchased from the school. The course begins on May 19. Accommodation for the previous night is included in the course price, and any meals on May 18 will be paid for at Trapesa at normal prices. Please also note that people under 35 years of age receive a 40 percent discount on the price of icon painting courses. The teacher is icon painter Sofia Williams.

This course accepts the Epass mobile application as a payment method.

Course program

Rights to changes reserved

Teacher

Williams Sofia

I am an icon painter and theology student from Helsinki. As a teacher, I am patient and gentle, and in my courses I strive to create an encouraging and warm atmosphere that is easy for even a beginner to enter. In addition to learning the technique, I emphasize a holistic approach to the symbolism and theology of the icon being painted - it is important to understand what we are depicting and why. In addition to actual egg tempera painting, I am very happy to teach gilding.