Hand Painted Icons : Authentic Sacred Art Gallery

Holy Face of Jesus icon on wood, hand-painted in egg tempera, surrounded by natural mineral pigments and squirrel hair brushes in studio.

Hand-painted Holy Face of Jesus icon on wood in egg tempera, traditional sacred Christian art with mineral pigments and squirrel hair brushes.

Orthodox Eleusa Icon hand-painted on wood, Virgin Mary holding Child Jesus, Byzantine religious art.

Hand-painted Byzantine Eleusa Icon – Virgin Mary with Child Jesus.

Handmade Orthodox icon of Saint Joseph with Child Jesus, holy religious artwork, patron saint icon, traditional Christian iconography on wood.

Orthodox Saint Joseph Carpenter with Jesus Child Icon – Holy patron artwork for Christian devotion.

Holy Virgin Orant icon with Child Jesus, gold leaf application in progress using traditional 24K bole technique, handcrafted Orthodox sacred art.

Photo taken in an iconography art studio showing the Holy Virgin Orant icon with Child Jesus during gold leaf application. The 24K gold is being carefully applied using the traditional bole technique, demonstrating the meticulous process of creating handcrafted Orthodox sacred art.

Handpainted Our Lady of Częstochowa icon in egg tempera on wood, featuring gold leaf accents. Sacred Orthodox and Byzantine religious art depicting the holy Virgin Mary, created with devotion in a traditional studio setting. Unique sacred Christian icon, perfect example of Byzantine-style Marian artwork.

Handpainted Our Lady of Częstochowa icon in egg tempera on wood, featuring gold leaf details. Sacred Byzantine-style Orthodox artwork with the Virgin Mary in a deep blue robe, her face marked by two subtle lines, set against a soft green background. Unique devotional Christian art, spiritual iconography, and traditional Marian icon painting from a professional studio.

Sacred religious art icon of the Theotokos Nursing, Virgin Mary holding Child Jesus, painted on wood with egg tempera and gold accents.

Virgin Mary with Child Jesus – Christian Theotokos Nursing Icon being painted in an icon workshop in Poland.

Linden wood panels prepared for Orthodox icon painting, handmade for egg tempera with 24K gold leaf, traditional religious art materials.

Linden wood panels for Orthodox icon painting – handmade and prepared for egg tempera with 24K gold leaf, ideal for traditional religious art.

Full-body Saint Francis icon hand-painted on wood, showing stigmata and holding the Holy Bible, traditional Christian iconography in workshop.

Hand-painted full-body Saint Francis icon on wood, featuring stigmata and Holy Bible, traditional Christian devotional artwork in workshop.

Saint Archangel Michael icon hand-painted on wood, wearing pink robe with gold halo, blue accents in wings, holding a spear, traditional iconography.

Hand-painted Saint Archangel Michael icon on wood, featuring him in a pink robe with a gold halo, blue highlights in his wings, and holding a spear. Traditional Christian iconography techniques were used in a workshop setting, showcasing sacred art and devotional craftsmanship.

Our Lady of Vladimir icon hand-painted on arched linden wood board with recessed area, showing Virgin Mary with Baby Jesus, using dry pigments.

Hand-painted Our Lady of Vladimir icon on arched linden wood board with recessed area, depicting Virgin Mary with Baby Jesus. Created in egg tempera using dry mineral pigments in a traditional iconography studio. Sacred Christian art, devotional icon, perfect example of hand-crafted religious artwork.

Theotokos Mary small prayer icon on handcrafted wood panel, Byzantine style, gesso-prepared, egg tempera painting with gold, traditional religious iconography, devotional icon for personal prayer or home altar.

Theotokos Mary small prayer icon, Byzantine style, hand-painted in egg tempera with gold on a gesso-prepared wood panel. Photo taken in our icon painting studio on a painter’s easel, ready for devotion or home altar.

Orthodox icon painting of the Mother of God and Holy Virgin in progress, with one hand-painted icon being created and another commissioned icon gilded using the bole technique.

Art studio scene showing a hand-painted Mother of God icon in egg tempera and a smaller 24K gold-leaf icon created on commission using the bole method.

Sketch of Saint Francis icon on wood, preliminary drawing before painting with pigments, showing gilded halo above his head in studio.

Preliminary sketch of Saint Francis icon on wood with gilded halo, hand-drawn in studio using traditional Christian iconography techniques and pigments.

Hand-drawn iconography sketches of Jesus Christ’s face created during Christian art drawing workshop.

Two iconographic drawings of Jesus Christ’s face created during a sacred art workshop, showcasing traditional techniques of Christian iconography.



Hand-painted Byzantine Angel Guardian icon on wood, religious wall art, Christian protector gift, Orthodox baptism present, sacred artwork handmade in traditional style, unique Catholic keepsake, spiritual home décor iconography.

Hand-painted Saint Archangel Gabriel icon on wood – a meaningful gift for Baptism, serving as a spiritual protector and timeless sacred Christian home décor.


Crucifixion of Jesus Christ Icon – unique Orthodox hand-painted art on wood, the most significant icon

Crucifixion of Jesus Icon – hand-painted Byzantine Orthodox sacred artwork, currently in progress in our studio.

These colourful small wall icons, including the Theotokos and Christ Pantocrator, are hand-painted on traditional wooden panels with genuine gold leaf. Designed to bring blessings and spiritual protection to the recipient, these vibrant hand-painted miniatures make a meaningful Catholic gift for Baptism or First Communion.

The initial stage of creating a Fatima image: this hand-painted Catholic icon on a wooden panel features a 24K gold leaf halo and the traditional sankir base layer on the face and hands. A work in progress at Iconoria studio using the ancient egg tempera technique for authentic religious Christian art.

Hand-painted Our Lady of Guadalupe. The vivid yellow background evokes the sacred tilma, creating a beautiful and authentic devotional painting.

A Black Madonna icon in progress. The background is carefully hand-gilded with genuine gold leaf on traditional bole, contrasting with the detailed, preliminary outline of the face.

Hand-painted icon of Archangel Gabriel on a wooden board with a traditional kovcheg. Captured alongside natural dry pigments used for the egg tempera painting process.

Raw Linden Wood Blocks – Hand-carved and prepared for a hand-painted Crucifix of Jesus icon using traditional egg tempera.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Icon in Progress – Hand-painted in egg tempera, shown here before the traditional gold leaf gilding process of the divine rays.

St. Therese of Lisieux Icon in Progress – Beautiful handcrafted sacred art featuring a genuine gold leaf halo and the Crucifix details finely hand-painted in traditional egg tempera.

SEE THE ART BEHIND THE ICON

Hand Painted Icons: The Art of Sacred Craftsmanship at Iconoria Studio

Our gallery is a window into the soul of Iconoria Studio. Here, you will find more than just finished works; you will see the evolution of hand painted icons—from the raw essence of linden wood to the divine light of 24K gold leaf. Every image in this collection documents our commitment to the ancient, laborious, and spiritual tradition of egg tempera painting.

A Journey Through the Iconographer’s Studio

The journey of every piece begins long before the brush touches the wood. In these photos, you can observe the physical reality of our work:

  • The Foundation: See the raw linden wood panels, hand-carved and prepared with traditional levkas (gesso), creating the perfect canvas for traditional Byzantine icons.
  • The Divine Sketch: Notice the delicate, preliminary drawings that outline the sacred figures, a process requiring immense focus and adherence to iconographic canons.
  • The Sankir & Pigments: Observe the critical stage of applying the sankir (the dark base layer) to the faces of the Virgin Mary and the saints. This is the foundation upon which light is built, a signature of true hand painted icons.
  • The Gilding: Witness the precision of 24K gold leaf application using the traditional bole method, bringing the uncreated light to every halo and background.

Why Our Hand Painted Icons Are Unique

When you choose an icon from Iconoria, you are not buying a reproduction. You are acquiring custom religious artwork that carries the energy of the studio and the prayers of the iconographer.

Iconoria works stand apart from mass-produced prints, offering authentic texture and traditional depth. A comprehensive list of the features of an authentic icon is available in the guide.

We believe that every Mary icon , Jesus icon , Angel icon , and Saint icon should be a masterpiece of durability and devotion.

To discover the full process behind these sacred works, explore the how an icon is made guide.

Commission Your Personal Sacred Art

Every piece you see in this gallery is a result of years of practice and a deep respect for sacred art. Each project—whether it is a small prayer icon or a large centerpiece—is treated with the same commitment to perfection.

Meaningful Devotional Gifts

Hand-painted icons from Iconoria serve as powerful focal points for prayer and meditation. Whether you are seeking a Byzantine-style Theotokos, a Christ Pantocrator, or a patron saint icon, these pieces make meaningful gifts for Baptisms, First Communions, or house blessings. By choosing an original, handcrafted icon from Iconoria, you are preserving the rich heritage of Christian iconography.

I invite you to commission a custom icon. Whether you are looking for a unique wedding or name day gift, or seeking a lasting addition to your home altar, Iconoria provides:

  • Uncompromising Craftsmanship: Every piece is strictly handmade using the traditional egg tempera technique.
  • Professional Expertise: Each icon is created with attention to the finest artistic and spiritual details
  • Worldwide Accessibility: Free, secure global shipping to ensure your artwork arrives safely at your home.

Bring the beauty of ancient tradition into your home!

Browse the available collection or Contact Iconoria Studio today to commission a unique piece of hand painted icons created specifically for you.

FAQ:

Q: How long does it take to create one of your hand painted icons?

A: Depending on the complexity and detail, the process can take from several weeks to months. Natural drying times for pigments and the precision of the gilding process are strictly respected, ensuring that every icon becomes a permanent work of art.

Q: Are your icons made using traditional methods?

A: The production process utilizes natural mineral pigments, egg tempera, and genuine 24K gold leaf applied to seasoned linden wood. By avoiding industrial shortcuts, the historical canon of traditional Byzantine iconography is strictly followed.

Q: Can I request a specific style or saint?

A: Certainly. Our studio specializes in custom religious artwork. You can request specific compositions in Orthodox, Byzantine, or Catholic styles. Please contact us to discuss your vision.