Simon Von Taisten
The Sacred Visions of Simon von Taisten: A Life Dedicated to Orthodox Iconography Simon von Taisten stands as a compelling figure in the contemporary world of Orthodox iconography, an artist whose work resonates deeply with both traditional techniques and a profound spiritual sensibility. While biographical details surrounding his early life remain somewhat elusive – a characteristic often found amongst those dedicated to the contemplative arts – it is understood that von Taisten’s journey towards icon painting was not merely a professional pursuit but a calling, born from a lifelong immersi…
The Subject Atlas
A chart of Simon Von Taisten's corpus mapped not by date but by subject. Spokes are what they painted; rings are when; and the threads between stars reveal the patrons and places that secretly connect them.
Spokes — Subject
Each arm of the atlas gathers works by what they depict: portraits, sacred scenes, mythologies, and the scientific studies. Click a spoke to swing that cluster to the top.
Rings — Career Period
Distance from the center marks time. The innermost ring is the earliest period; the outermost, the final years. Style matures as you move outward.
Threads — Shared Context
Coloured lines link works bound by the same patron, commission, or theme. Trace a context to watch related clusters light up across subjects.