Time & Location
May 12, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
Webinar
Guests
About the event
Slovakia’s rich history gave birth to rich culture and heritage. Icons are works of religious art found especially in Eastern Christianity and Slovakia has much to offer!
Its oldest icons are nearly 5 centuries old! Churches and galleries scattered across eastern Slovakia hide many treasures. A beautiful expression of faith and religion, Slovak icons hide fascinating stories and histories. The world is yet to discover their uniqueness, but you can get ahead of the curve with us!
Join Renata Bricka to explore this little-known puzzle of our ancestral heritage.
About our guest
Renata Helena Bricka, born in Slovakia, moved to the US in 1982. She holds MA in Fine Arts and Art History and MA in Russian Language and Literature. Renata career has been rich. She has worked as a translator at the Oregon State University, designed opera costumes, and taught costume design and art. She also worked as a docent in the Haggin Museum and she currently gives many varied presentations on Art History. Renata Bricka received several awards for her costume design and also an award from the Stockton Arts Commission.