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- The "Iconography 4 Kids" series is a delightful educational resource designed to introduce children to the art and symbolism of iconography. Hosted by Father Marek Visnovsky, the series explores the materials, colors, and techniques used in creating icons, while also delving into their spiritual significance. Each episode focuses on different aspects, such as the preparation of boards, the meaning behind specific colors, and the connection of icons to Christ's burial and resurrection. This engaging series not only teaches kids about the artistic process but also enriches their understanding of religious traditions and the deeper meanings behind these sacred images.
- Episode 12
  
  Fr. Marek talks about the importance of the icon corner in the home.
- Episode 11
  
  In this episode, Fr. Marek discusses the icon of the Most Holy Trinty.
- Episode 10
  
  Fr. Marek shares the real meaning behind the icon of Christ the Good Shepherd.
- Episode 9
  
  In this week's episode, Fr. Marek goes through four different depictions of the Mother of God in iconography and the symbolism behind each one.
- Episode 8
  
  In today's episode, Fr. Marek talks about the two sides of Christ's face in the Pantocrator ("Almighty") icon from Saint Catherine's Monastery located on Mount Sinai.
- Episode 7
  
  Letters and words in iconography help to tell the story that each icon is depicting. In this week's episode, Fr. Marek distinguishes why letters used in an icon of Christ differ from those used with the Mother of God, and many other saints!
- Episode 6
  
  In Episode 6, Fr. Marek compares 3D with 2D images and explains reverse perspective, in which human beings are the living icon and God the viewer, who is looking into our hearts.
- Episode 5
  
  In episode 5, Fr. Marek continues to discuss the geometry of faces and bodies in icons.
- Episode 4
  
  In this week's episode, Fr. Marek shifts from colors into the structure of facial features in an icon.
- Episode 3
  
  In this week's episode, Fr. Marek goes into further detail about the colors White, Green, Brown and Black.
  
  Free PDF download of Christ "The Good Shepherd" icon to color
- Episode 2
  
  Fr. Marek begins to discuss the three main colors that are used when writing icons: gold, red and blue.
- Episode 1
  
  Learn about the materials that go into preparing a board on which an icon will be written, as well as, the significance and connection each icon has with Christ's burial and resurrection.