Mr Kirollos Kilada

LECTURER in ICONOLOGY

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Design, Ontario College of Design University
Master of Theological Studies in Orthodox Christian Studies, Trinity College, University of Toronto

Kirollos Kilada is an artist based in Mississauga, ON, Canada. He holds a Bachelor of Design from OCAD University and a Master of Theological Studies in Orthodox Christian Studies from Trinity College, University of Toronto. His research focuses on Iconography, Sacred Space and Beauty within Coptic Orthodox Tradition.

Kirollos has been commissioned to design and paint Coptic iconography for churches and homes in Canada, The United States, Australia and Europe for both Copts and other Christians.

As an iconographer, he endeavours to produce icons which are in symphony with centuries of Coptic tradition, firmly rooted in Art History and Orthodox Theology, through an approach that is dynamic and contemporary. To see Kirollos’ art, visit his website: https://kkilada.com/