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Iconography by the Hand of
Nicholas P. Papas
557 N. Main St., Greensburg, PA 15601
724.832.5693 npstudio@verizon.net
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Liturgical artist Nicholas Papas is a communicant at St.
Michael's Antiochian Orthodox Church in Greensburg, PA. While
studying painting at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Nicholas
simultaneously began to learn iconography from his priest, the Reverend
John Osacky (now known as Job, Archbishop of the Midwest, O.C.A.). After
receiving his B.A. degree in 1981, he advanced his iconographic skills
in Athens, Greece under the tutelage of Nicholas and Basil Lepoura. Primarily,
Nick has continued to hone his skills by working as a full-time
iconographer. All the while wonderful iconographers from throughout the
world and from many eras have influenced him. Most
are anonymous but two have been particularly strong influences on Nick;
Constantine Youssis of New York and Photios Kontaglou of Athens.
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For almost twenty-five years Nicholas has been blessed
with opportunities to paint for churches and homes throughout the
United States. It is his prayer that God will use his work in a way that people will learn of the love of God.
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Nick and his wife Patty, an obstetric nurse, live with
their third child Irene Rose in the home that doubles as Nick’s
studio. Two older children, Noah and Philothei, attend Patty’s alma mater, The University of Pittsburgh.
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| Check out pictures of the installation of a Pantocrator icon at Holy Trinity OCA in St. Paul, MN. |
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"We received our wedding icon yesterday. Glory to God for gracing your hand." The Wedding of Cana
- Christine & Bob Yannes
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"I
really think an extraordinary work has been done. I think that
the whole effect is just really really
unusual and extremely, I
don't know what to say ... a unique important piece of work
iconographically.
It gives me such a sense of fulfillment. ...
Bless you."
- Rev. Jonathan Proctor |
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"We are so moved by the beautiful icon you wrote for the monastery. Thank you with all our heart!"
- The Sisters of The Monastery of the Transfiguration, Ellwood City, PA |
| By clicking on the links below, you may view icons by Nick, organized by the churches where they are found. |
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St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral, Oakland, PA |
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St. Mary Orthodox Church, Chambersburg, PA |
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