Visual Arts
Saint John’s is a parish that celebrates the visual arts. We are graced by a number of talented artists who contribute to our community and whose work enhances our worship space. Regular activities include painting and drawing classes for young people and adults, an educational program, and exhibitions.
Recent Activities
In recent years, Saint John’s has presented a series of training, education, and art classes, with the aim of promoting the development, production, and appreciation of the visual arts in our community. Activities have included:
- Icon writing classes led by Bishop John Bayton, to develop an appreciation of Christian iconography and the skills required to produce icons.
- A lecture series focusing on the symbols associated with Christian Mysticism, led by Dr. Christina Fox.
- An ongoing visual arts project for children and families, introducing young people to Christian religious art and symbolism, including painting and drawing classes led by Geoffrey Dupree and Jeanette Acland.
- A series of intensive painting and drawing classes for adults led by Geoffrey Dupree, formerly from the Arts and Design Faculty of Monash University.
- Regular exhibitions featuring the work of parish artists and others who have participated in our community programs.
Visual Arts Fund
Saint John’s actively promotes the development and appreciation of the visual arts in the Stonnington community and has established a tax-deductible fund to further its work in this area. The Saint John’s Fund offers supporters the opportunity to help nourish and extend these programs. Please The Saint John’s Fund page on this website for information on how to support this work and partner in our mission.
