The Annunciation Traditional acrylic paint instead of gesso

acrylic paint instead of gesso and gold paint instead of gold leaf

the dying and especially the orphaned children

After surviving a life threatening illness

but he didn’t do it with pious prayers and saccharine speeches

or Falling Asleep

The Annunciation Traditional acrylic paint instead of gessoMarch 25th The icon of the Annunciation, based on a later medieval original, is a masterpiece of balance between dynamic action and contemplative meditation. The Archangel Gabriel, on the left symbolizing the eternal realm, stands on a platform of authority while addressing to the young Virgin the invitation to become the Theotokos, the God Bearer. The angel is almost a blur of garments and gestures to symbolize running and movement while the Virgin