About The Great Feasts Icons - Coloring Book

 

The Great Feasts Icons – Coloring Book, is one book of a collection entitled  “Guide To The Byzantine Iconology.”  This Book Collection has been designed to be used as a guide, in support of sacred Christian art expressions and disciplines.  It can be used by educational and Christian institutions, such as: Seminaries, Churches, Sunday schools, Art schools, Art institutions, Art studios, and University art classes, in addition to students, teachers, artists and iconographers.

 

 

ENDORSEMENTS

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“Whether a child at the beginning of their exploration with art and Divinity, a novice artist, an accomplished Iconographer, an art teacher, or art therapist, each one of us has the ability to open ourselves to the world of art, Iconography, technique, theology, spirituality, and quiet contemplation.  The Guide to Byzantine Iconology series provides a rare training platform, guiding us to the Divine connection within the Icon, as well as our unique, artistic expression and personally colored Icon—a display of our unique, creative works. Chady Elias’ Coloring Book is an incredible addition to our homes, learning centers, therapeutic programs, and art studios!”  

 

~ Marie Dezelic, PhD

Author of Meaning-Centered Therapy Workbook; Co – Creator of Elements of Harmony, Poetry

Co-Author of Meaning-Centered Therapy Manual; and Trauma Treatment – Healing the Whole Person 

 

“This book is a superb tool for theological education and spiritual training in the meaning of the Icon.  With each Icon, clergy and educators are able to build upon the gospel messages and bring them into daily tradition through the use of artistic practice.  I highly recommend Iconography – The Guide to Byzantine Iconology for Churches, Sunday schools, all religious education initiatives, and for personal home use.  Through the colors, the meaning, and the theme of the Icon, we can be inspired to look inside and free ourselves, in order to transcend and connect with the Divine.”

 

~ Rev. Msgr. Gabriel Ghanoum, PsyD

Co-Author of Meaning-Centered Therapy Manual; and Trauma Treatment – Healing the Whole Person

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About The Artist

 

Chady Elias, MFA, PEC,

Chady Elias is an artist, educator, author, and master iconographer. He is also the founder of SacredArtInstitute.com, Holybrush.com, and ChadyElias.com.
Chady earned a Master of Fine Art in Sacred Art from the Holy Spirit University, Kaslik – Lebanon. He also studied Interior Design, Theology, Philosophy, Music and also Executive Professional Coaching at the University of Miami.
Chady started his artistic life since early childhood and presented his first art exhibition in Lebanon at the age of twelve. His passion for art led him in1993 to experiment with various renowned artist studios in Lebanon and Europe (Italy, France, Croatia and Slovenia) where he came to master several artistic techniques.
Chady has traveled the world working extensively on a variety of art projects. He has, and is still producing an extensive body of masterful art pieces that are featured in many countries around the world, such as France, Italy, Croatia, Cyprus, Australia, Peru, Mexico, Switzerland, Lebanon and United States.
Chady’s strong belief in art and creativity as a tool of positive change compelled him to teach in his personal way Art for Life to lead the participants to solve their own problems through Art (cf. LifeArtSoul.com). Chady also collaborates and partner with various community organizations in Miami and beyond in various community outreach projects.
among the subject matters he taught at the university level are Traditional, Modern and Ancient Painting, Sculpture among other artistic disciplines.
From his studio in Miami, Florida. Chady Elias continues to lead in-class and online art workshops previously delivered in Lebanon, Mexico and the USA that cover various creative art techniques. Also, he still coaching on creativity for personal and businesses.
Currently, Chady Elias is Vice President & Dean of the Sacred Art Institute at Enders Island, Mystic, CT, USA, (cf. SacredArtEndersIsland.com). chady is also an adjunct Professor of sacred arts and chair of the Sacred Art Institute at Holy Apostles College and Seminary(cf. Holyapostols.edu).
Presently Chady is working on publishing a Guide to Byzantine Iconography Collection.