Spiritual director Sharon Henthorn-Iwane understands iconography as a sacred art that "makes the invisible visible." Through this intensive workshop, Sharon will guide you through the traditional process of painting an icon of your own in egg tempera with genuine gold gilding on a gessoed panel. In addition to hands-on art instruction, Sharon will also provide some teaching on the role of icons in the history of the Church, and resources for ongoing exploration. No experience necessary.
The Holy Face icon pictured below will be painted in the workshop.
Workshop Details (Registration deadline: August 1st)
Participants will gather over two weekends to learn and create in a calm, communal setting. There will be one introductory zoom session scheduled with the participants on Friday, August 8, or another agreed-upon time before the workshop. The workshop hours are:
Saturday, August 9, 2025 / 9am-4pm (with lunch break)
Sunday, August 10, 2025 / 1-4pm
Saturday, August 16, 2025/ 9am-4pm (with lunch break)
Sunday, August 17, 2025 / 1-4pm
Lunch will be provided on the Saturdays. All required art supplies will be provided for use during the workshop. A sample icon is shown below.
About the instructor
Sharon Henthorn-Iwane is a spiritual director and iconographer. She has over thirty years of experience leading others in prayer. Sharon spent ten years working in campus ministry as a prayer specialist. In 2018, Sharon completed a three-year course to become an Ignatian spiritual director through the Pierre Favre programand has been active since in private practice and with staff positions at New College and Church Without Walls Berkeley. Sharon began her iconography journey studying with master iconographer Charles Rohrbacher in 2004 and has apprenticed with him since. You can see some examples of her work here.
Tuition (Registration Deadline: August 1st)
$425 (includes Saturday lunches, icon panel and art supplies for use during the workshop)
Due to material preparation needs, tuition is non-refundable within two weeks of the workshop. Prior to 7/26/2025, there is a $100 non-refundable registration fee.
LOCATION
Saint Mary Magdalen Church, 94709