2. Symbolism of Paint
Aidan Hart, a former Greek Orthodox monk, explains the significance of colour as he paints an icon for Advent.
"We are glorified door makers鈥�, says Aidan Hart, a professional iconographer, 鈥渂ecause we create a door between the world and heaven.鈥�
鈥淚 feel like a composer and poet but working in colour and form rather than notes and words.鈥�
World-renowned iconographer Aidan Hart paints an icon for Advent and explores the meaning and theology of this ancient religious art form.
Today he explains the significance of colour in the icon.
You can follow his progress in the picture gallery on the programme webpage.
Producer: Phil Pegum
First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in December 2018.
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Former Greek Orthodox monk Aidan Hart on his work painting physical and invisible realms.
