Religious Icons with a Modern Point of View
Artist and iconographer Tracy Councill had a lifelong fascination with religious icons. After studying with iconographer Suzanne Schleck, she began painting icons of her own design.
When beginning an icon, she researched the scripture and tradition surrounding the subject. The final icon design used symbols associated with the saint, gesture and facial expression to convey the meaning of the story. Her icons were made with traditional egg tempera and gold leaf on prepared boards.
She often worked with individuals who wished to commission icons that had a special meaning for them.
Some of her lesser-known subjects and original designs have included Absalom Jones, Pauli Murray, and Mary, Mother of Jesus in Old Age.
Absalom Jones available on commission. Price varies according to size.
Jesus Walks on Water available on commission. Price varies according to size.
The Women at the Empty Tomb available on commission. Price varies according to size.
Pauli Murray available on commission. Price varies according to size.
The Martyrs of Memphis, available on commission. Price varies according to size.
Jesus Washes the Disciples' Feet, available on commission. Price varies according to size.
Julian of Norwich, available on commission. Price varies according to size.
Buddha and Jesus, available on commission. Price varies according to size.
Refugee Madonna, available on commission. Price varies according to size.
Resurrection, Stained glass mosaic. Commission for The Catholic Church of the Good Shepherd, Alexandria, VA
A Fond Goodbye, reduction linoprint
Fire Pink, Reduction Linoprint
Lotus in Pot, Oil on Canvas
Lanterns, Hoi An, Watercolor
Market, Hoi An, Watercolor
Slanty Cat, reduction linocut
The James, Linocut Print
Museum View, Saigon, Watercolor
Traffic in Saigon, Watercolor