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God's Brush

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by Ian K

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24 episodes

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The podcast of the Arbor Vitae Icon Painting Academy, exploring the vast and mesmerising world of Byzantine iconography from a Catholic perspective. Ian is an Englishman, a professional icon painter, founder of the Bethlehem Icon School, and author of the Icon Painter's Handbook. He runs the Arbor Vitae Icon Academy from his current home in the Italian Alps. This podcast focuses on all things related to Byzantine iconography, from the spirituality through the theology to the nitty gritty of painting icons. Ian is a practising Roman Catholic, with a degree in theology from Oxford University

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5/6/2024

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Recent Episodes

October 19, 2025

Icons and Catholics 4: Icons & statues - getting beyond Byzantium.

Highlighting the diverse artistic expressions used in liturgical art, including icons, the discussion delves into the unique characteristics of Orthodox and Catholic liturgical art, noting the former’s decorative and didactic simplicity, while the latter brings an essential, expansive and transformative artistic diversity.

October 12, 2025

Icons and the Catholic Church 3: Aesthetics meets Ascetics

This exploration delves into the relationship between Catholic art and the sacred. Emphasising the theological significance of aesthetics in liturgical art, it highlights examples from medieval masterpieces which inspire joy and reveal hidden truths beyond the material realm.

October 5, 2025

Icons and the Catholic Church 2: Liminal Art that Serves the Altar

Explore the true purpose of liturgical art. Discover how art should reveal Christ’s presence, inspire transcendence, and reignite sacred conversations within the Catholic faith.

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What is God's Brush?: The podcast of the Arbor Vitae Icon Painting Academy, exploring the vast and mesmerising world of Byzantine iconography from a Catholic perspective.

Ian is an Englishman, a professional icon painter, founder of the Bethlehem Icon School, and author of the Icon Painter's Handbook. He runs the Arbor Vitae Icon Academy from his current home in the Italian Alps.

This podcast focuses on all things related to Byzantine iconography, from the spirituality through the theology to the nitty gritty of painting icons. Ian is a practising Roman Catholic, with a degree in theology from Oxford University
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 6 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Information about guest appearances is not available.

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