Theme of Angels

About the Icon:

Origin: Greek Byzantine tradition 

Date: 2025

Medium: Egg tempera and gold on a prepared wood panel from Italy in 1859.

Description: The Archangel Gabriel is the bearer of God’s good news, announcing the Incarnation to the Virgin Mary. His icon reminds us that God calls each of us to listen with faith and respond with trust and humility.

About the Icon:

Origin: Byzantine tradition

Date: 2007

Medium: Egg tempera, Swarovski crystal, gold, variegated green gold leaf on prepared wood kitchen cabinet door

Description: Gabriel, the messenger of God, is often portrayed with a staff and sphere, symbolizing his role as a herald of divine mysteries. In iconography, he appears in scenes such as the Annunciation and stands as a symbol of divine communication and purity.

About the Icon:

Origin: Greek Byzantine tradition 

Date: 2025

Medium: Egg tempera and gold on a prepared wood panel

Description: Commander of the heavenly hosts, the Archangel Michael symbolizes courage, protection, and the triumph of good over evil. His unwavering faith inspires us to stand firm in truth and place our confidence in God.

About the Icon:

Origin: Mount Athos - Greece

Date: In progress

Medium: Prepared wood panel

Description: The "Great Taxiarch" (chief commander) is a title given to Archangel Michael in Greek Orthodox tradition. In this depiction, he stands with fierce majesty, bearing the instruments of heavenly authority. The icon emphasizes Michael's cosmic role as a warrior against chaos and evil. 

About the Icon:

Origin: Greek Byzantine tradition 

Date: 2025

Medium: Egg tempera and gold on a prepared wood panel from Italy in 1859.

12.5" x 17.75"

Description: The Archangel Gabriel is the bearer of God’s good news, announcing the Incarnation to the Virgin Mary. His icon reminds us that God calls each of us to listen with faith and respond with trust and humility.

About the Icon:

Origin: Greek Byzantine tradition 

Date: 2025

Medium: Egg tempera and gold on a prepared wood panel with Swarovski crystal adorning the hair band.

15" x 20"

Description:  Bathed in the light of heaven, this angel reflects the beauty and peace of God’s kingdom. In the Byzantine tradition, angels continually worship God and serve as messengers of His love.

About the Icon:

Origin: Greek Byzantine tradition 

Date: 2023

Medium: Egg tempera and gold on a prepared wood panel with tulle, aluminum foil, and Swarovski crystals.

20" x 25"

Description:  Raphael, whose name means ‘God heals,” is the patron of healing and travelers. This icon recalls God’s loving presence, guiding and restoring all who seek His mercy and care.

About the Icon:

Origin: Byzantine-inspired icon from the 15th c.

Date: 2013

Medium: Egg tempera and gold on wood panel

Description: This icon portrays the three angelic visitors to Abraham at Mare, interpreted as a manifestation of the Holy Trinity.

The serene, circular composition expresses divine unity, humility, and love. It is one of the most theologically rich and beloved icons in the Christian tradition. 

About the Icon:

Origin: Greek Byzantine tradition 

Date: 2007

Medium: Egg tempera and gold with Swarovski crystals within the centre of each star. 

20" x 20"

Description: This icon is based on the scripture from Revelations: “I saw the heavens rolled up like a scroll. Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth coming down from the glory of God. It had the radiance of some precious jewel like jasper clear as crystal.” The scroll also depicts the sun and the moon amongst the numerous bright stars. Holding the Word of God, this angel represents the divine message proclaimed throughout salvation history. The scroll also reminds us that God’s Word continues to guide, teach, and inspire His people.

About the Icon:

Origin: Byzantine iconography

Date: In progress

32" x 38"

Medium: Prepared wood panel

Description: The White Angel, seated at the empty tomb of Christ, announces the Resurrection to the Myrrh-bearing Women. Dressed in radiant garments, he points to the empty space where Christ lay. The icon speaks to the hope of new life and the triumph over death.

About the Icon:

Origin: Byzantine-inspired icon by Isaiah 6:2

Date: 1991- private collection on loan

Medium: Egg tempera and gold on prepared carved wood panel

Description: This icon is based on the prophet Isaiah's vision of the heavenly throne: "With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they flew." The seraphim represent the highest order of angels, burning with love for God and eternally proclaiming His holiness.