Praying With Icons: A Simple Beginning
What an icon is, how to pray with one, and how to begin a small icon corner at home.
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A piece about two-thirds the width of the sofa or table below it usually looks just right.
Galleries often center art about 57 inches from the floor.
Keep originals, especially watercolors, out of strong, direct sunlight.
Choose the piece you keep coming back to. That's usually the one.
Frame behind glass, ideally UV-protective, and keep away from damp rooms.
Dust gently with a soft, dry brush. No water or cleaners on the surface.
Handle by the edges and keep it out of heat and humidity.
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Tell me about the room, the colors you love, or the memory you’d like to keep, and we’ll create a piece together. There’s no cost or obligation to ask.
Works in progress, the stories behind the paintings, and art lessons from the Art Blog.
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What an icon is, how to pray with one, and how to begin a small icon corner at home.

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