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An unexpected encounter with some of the most beautiful and renowned of Russian icons in the Kremlin Cathedral in Moscow compelled Maria Matthia Langone to embark on a quest to understand the icon and its vivid mystical power. She pursued studies at the Prosopon School of Iconology under Master Iconographer Vladislav Andrejev. Inspired by his teaching, Matthia assimilated his “liturgical method” into her own Master’s research of the Russian Byzantine Icon.
Matthia completed her thesis and thesis exhibition at Regent College an International Graduate School, Vancouver. At that time her effort was to show that the actual technique and development of the Icon itself though little known was and is a profound practice, a spiritual way, thus the title of her work and mission became, The Way of the Icon. It was also at this time that Matthia’s excellent ability to lecture, teach and inspire became apparent and as a result she was invited to share her knowledge and spirituality in lectures, spiritual retreats and workshops.
At the same time Matthia gradually began to develop her artistic skill through studies at the Vancouver Academy of Art especially under the guidance of Paul Chisik who recommended her to the Angel Art Academy in Florence.
About Matthia's Way.....................................
While in Italy, she took further private instructions in painting techniques, attended several relevant lectures.as well as participating in a course at Russia Cristiana, Bergamo.
One time more Matthia returned to Russia for an extensive study tour of Russian Icons. At this time, she connected with a number of modern iconographers as well as with the respected director of icon restoration for the Grabar Institute,.
The Way of the Icon is a deep and broad subject. Matthia sees this as her charism, as a gift received and a mission to share.Thus she continues to reflect on and research its many facets.
Most recently in 2010 Matthia completed a Doctor of Ministry Degree at VST. (Vancouver School of Theology). Her research focused on The Way of the Icon but this time from a phenomenological point of view within an arts base. The research project was framed within the context of a weekend retreat workshop and combined both her knowledge of Iconography and its technique from the Prosopon School of Iconology in conjunction with an understanding of the human person based on the Philosophy and Theological Anthropology of Karol Wojtyla, the soon to be beatified Pope John Paul II.
Matthia continues to hone her artistic skills and teaching engagements in Vancouver.
She is looking forward to presenting two new program designs: one for spiritual directors and spiritual friends in relation to St. John's Gospel and the Icons of John the Forerunner and a second
One time more Matthia returned to Russia for an extensive study tour of Russian Icons. At this time, she connected with a number of modern iconographers as well as with the respected director of icon restoration for the Grabar Institute,.
The Way of the Icon is a deep and broad subject. Matthia sees this as her charism, as a gift received and a mission to share.Thus she continues to reflect on and research its many facets.
Most recently in 2010 Matthia completed a Doctor of Ministry Degree at VST. (Vancouver School of Theology). Her research focused on The Way of the Icon but this time from a phenomenological point of view within an arts base. The research project was framed within the context of a weekend retreat workshop and combined both her knowledge of Iconography and its technique from the Prosopon School of Iconology in conjunction with an understanding of the human person based on the Philosophy and Theological Anthropology of Karol Wojtyla, the soon to be beatified Pope John Paul II.
Matthia continues to hone her artistic skills and teaching engagements in Vancouver.
She is looking forward to presenting two new program designs: one for spiritual directors and spiritual friends in relation to St. John's Gospel and the Icons of John the Forerunner and a second
unique retreat presentation in relationship to Rublev's Trinity Icon.
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