GSTAKIS
Sacred technique, modern vision. A master of the 2,000-year-old tradition of Byzantine iconography — creating bold, symbolic works that turn ideas into visual scripture.
From the
monastery
to the world.
GSTAKIS began his professional artistic journey at the age of 19, when he moved to the island of Rhodes and lived in the Monastery of St. Nicholas. There, under the guidance of monks, he studied the sacred techniques of Byzantine iconography — a tradition preserved for over 2,000 years. After two years of rigorous training and disciplined living, he was ordained as an Iconographer, following in the footsteps of his early inspirations, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.
Beyond mastering technique, the monastery instilled in him a deep respect for craftsmanship, discipline, and artistic integrity. Most importantly, he learned the power of storytelling through art — transforming ideas into visual narratives layered with symbolism and allegory. His work is bold, expressive, and emotionally resonant, bringing a distinctive presence to collectors and art enthusiasts around the world.
Today, GSTAKIS continues to travel doing live painting performances and exhibiting his work while supporting charitable initiatives and community outreach through art. His work has been published and featured in Miami Art Basel Week for 15 consecutive years.
Visual scripture,
rendered in gold.
A selection of original works and live performances. Each piece layers symbolism, allegory, and centuries of sacred technique.
Original WorkThe Gilded Saint
Egg tempera & 24k gold leaf on panel
Original WorkAllegory of Light
Oil & gold on canvas
Original WorkBasel Live Performance
Mixed media, live painting
Original WorkDivine Comedy Study
Ink, tempera & gold leaf
Own an
original.
Original works available for acquisition. Each piece ships with a signed certificate of authenticity. Inquire to arrange purchase, viewing, or worldwide shipping.
AvailableTell Me You Love Me
$7,000- Medium
- Acrylic, spray paint & sharpie on canvas
- Size
- 48 × 60 in
AvailableHave a Coke and Smile
$7,000- Medium
- Acrylic, spray paint & sharpie on canvas
- Size
- 48 × 60 in
AvailableHercules
$7,000- Medium
- Acrylic, spray paint & charcoal on canvas
- Size
- 48 × 60 in
AvailableThe Love Revolution
$7,000- Medium
- Acrylic, spray paint & sharpie on canvas
- Size
- 48 × 60 in
Art was God's gift to me. What I do with it is my gift back to God.
- 01
Miami Art Basel Week
Featured & published — 15 consecutive years
Miami, USA - 02
Live Painting World Tour
Performance painting across international stages
Worldwide - 03
Monastery of St. Nicholas
Ordained Iconographer, Byzantine tradition
Rhodes, Greece - 04
Charitable Exhibitions
Community outreach & fundraising through art
Various