"St Demetrios of Thessaloniki", acrylic on gesso board, Bishop Maxim, 2023

This painting captures Saint Demetrius on a gesso board using acrylics, portrayed as a Greco-Roman soldier with a direct and engaging gaze that transcends time, embodying both the valor of a soldier and the serene fortitude of a martyr. A radiant halo emphasizes his glorification as a Christian, subtly contrasting with his martial appearance. The composition marries the reverence of traditional iconography with a modern palette of vibrant colors, bringing an ancient sanctity into contemporary light. The artwork stands as a bridge between the classical and the modern, reverent yet alive with chromatic intensity.