Kimi Vlahakis, a native of Salt Lake City, Utah, now resides in Williamsburg, Virginia, with her husband, Nick. She is a self-taught artist, and most of her early work was done in oils on canvas. She is now principally focused on Byzantine iconography, using the traditional egg tempera medium, 24 caret gold on special prepared wood surfaces. Kimi has reached the state of such a meritorious proficiency that she has achieved certification (often recognized for those interested in teaching) from “Writing the Light” Program from Master Iconographer George Kordis of Athens, Greece. This program is internationally recognized and has significantly increased the visibility of Kimi’s icons. Her work appears in art galleries, churches, academic institutions and many private collections. Kimi felt a need to help preserve the stories and traditions of the church to spread Christ’s word through her talent guided by the Holy Spirit.
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