Icons are a kind of picture that depicts the faces of the Saints. It is the icons that adorn the homes of many Orthodox people, preserving and preserving their home and family lifestyle. If you decide on such a crucial step as the image of the icon, strictly follow the technique and sequence of actions, starting with the choice of materials and ending with the final touches on the surface of the canvas.
You will need
wooden board, samples of icons, glue, soil, gauze, paints used on wood, brushes and other materials necessary for drawing. Also take the board.
Instruction manual
1
Apply a layer of hot glue to the board. Stick a layer of gauze. Then prime the surface with soil made independently of glue with chalk or bought at any hardware store.
2
Take prepared samples of icons and choose the one that you can transfer on your canvas. Put gilding on the background (if your icon requires it). Start painting the icon, that is, the image of the face of the Holy or Holy with the help of a special egg tempera. Let the paints dry for a while.
3
Apply a protective layer to the finished painting. The protective layer is created by applying a special colorless varnish or drying oil to the icon. The icon is ready. Enjoy the beautiful yourself by hanging an icon in the house or present it to friends or relatives.
4
Remember that when creating an icon, you should not forget about the prayer that needs to be said during the work, because it is the prayer that will allow you to easily overcome many difficulties and make your icon brilliant and unique.
