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Iconography Retreat/Workshop

Brian Sapp-Moore

May 18-22, 2026

A Five-Day Traditional Byzantine Iconography Retreat/Workshop will be offered at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Concord, NC.

This retreat/workshop will be led by Father Abbot Damian Higgins, Iconographer and Abbot of Holy Transfiguration Monastery (“Monks of Mount Tabor”) in Redwood, California.  He and his assistant, Robert Higgins, will instruct using traditional Byzantine Icon techniques and materials.  

Father Damian will guide participants as they write/paint an icon with egg tempera on gesso.  No experience is necessary to paint this icon, and participants will be led throughout the workshop. All materials are provided by the leader.  Icons will be blessed at the close of the retreat.

Classes will include morning and afternoon sessions.  Students are free to enjoy lunch on their own.  Many restaurants and hotels are local.  

Start and end times listed are estimated. More information will be provided the month prior to the class starting.

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More about Father Damian Higgins – Fr. Damian is a monk and priest of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, and a gifted iconographer and teacher.  He has over 1000 works appearing in cathedrals, churches, retreat centers, convents, monasteries, homes, and offices around the world.  Fr. Damian has taught iconography in Ukraine, Canada, and the U.S.A., and offers icon workshops throughout the year.  He has offered spiritual direction, pastoral care, and teaching to many, as well as participating liturgically whenever he is invited.