Minor in Sacred Art: Iconography
18
credits
For students entering the program at the Sophomore level
(holders of a recognized Baccalaureate or Freshman diploma - equivalent to 30 credits)
Mission
The sacred art minor in iconography is specifically designed to teach the history and techniques of iconography.
Program Educational Objectives
1. Students will learn the techniques of writing a traditional icon.
2. Students will be able to understand the history, the theology and the meanings of Christian iconography.
Program Outcomes
a. Writing an icon and promoting fine sacred art according to the traditional standards in the sacred arts.
b. Creating a correct artistic and iconographical composition.
c. Being able to master how to look at, identify, analyze, and describe an icon.
d. Debating and analyzing historical, symbolical, biblical and iconographical elements in an icon.