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in Oxford during the period July 17-23 and July 24-30. The course description is as follows: "This unique introductory masterclass will focus on the Holy Face, its geometry and symbolism according to the Sacred Canons of the Egyptian (Coptic) Orthodox Tradition. The course is opened to both beginners and practicing artists and unites theory and practice. Students will learn how to generate the icon of the Holy Face, from purely geometrical principles to its completion using the traditional egg tempera on gesso technique. The technical aspect will be further developed by exploring the alchemy of the earth's hidden treasures, using various rocks and plants to create natural pigments. The course will be held in Oxford and students will be taken on an excursion within the city to see examples of iconography. You are required to book early as tuition space and accommodation are limited. The one week course costs $1000 for one week including board and lodging. A 50% part-refundable deposit is required on booking. Materials will be provided for the duration of the course. Students are required to bring their own brushes. 3 pointed pure sable brushes, numbers 3, 6 & 8 are recommended. Traditional materials will also be on sale." For more information and bookings please contact: FIRST IMAGE UK 205 Ladbroke Grove, London W10 6HQ

subsequently presented a thesis and received his PhD from the Royal College of Art, London in 1990. Dr. Rene is a lecturer in Christian Sacred Art. He has carried out several iconographic projects for churches in Europe and the U.S.A. and exhibited internationally. Stephane Rene is one of three individuals qualified to teach iconography according to the Sacred Canons of the Coptic Orthodox Church. DAVID CRANSWICK , MA is a specialist in the use of traditional techniques and materials. He received an MA from the Royal Academy of Arts, London. He spent five years as an apprentice to Cecil Collins and is presently researching his PhD producing a thesis entitled "The Use of Traditional Methods and Materials by European Master Painters between 13th and 17th Century". Mr. Cranswick teaches regular classes at his London studio and has given several lectures and workshops in Europe. Other MASTERCLASSES planned are: FRANCE August 15-21 1999 ENGLAND (Staffordshire) September 19-25 1999 18. Study Tour of Egypt: We have received a word from Dr. Van Elderen that he will be directing a Study Tour of Egypt during the period Oct. 15-30, 1999. This tour that Witte Travel of Grand Rapids, MI is doing the travel arrangement, will originate from Grand Rapids Kent County International Airport. The trip will include guided visits to important Ancient Egyptian as well as Christian sites. The cost is $3,769 per person. Special travel arrangements can also be made through Witte Travel. For more information, contact Witte Travel at (800) 469-4883, or Dr. Van Elderen at (616) 957-0876.

Tel: +44 (0) 181 969 7492 Fax: +44 (0) 181 969 1499 e-mail: m.rene@btinternet.com The course instructors are as follows:

St. Shenouda Coptic Newsletter STEPHANE RENE , PhD (RCA) is a Master Iconographer in the Coptic Tradition. He studied the ancient tradition of Sacred Iconography in the studio of the Egyptian Master in Cairo, Egypt, and received his MA in Coptology there. He

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