About

What is Paramentics?

Paramentics is a website devoted to the creation of liturgical artwork for use in the church. The word, 'paramentics', refers to the art of church decoration and is used here in the wider sense as all forms of art and decoration of the church. The majority of art on this site follows the three-year series of readings used by many church bodies throughout the world. The art is based on the Revised Common Lectionary and its derivatives used by Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, Methodist, and other Protestant denominations. No matter what lectionary you use, you may quickly search for specific texts or themes with the search button at the bottom of every page.

Who Makes The Artwork?

All of the art on this website is made by Ian M. Welch. 

Ian is a graphic designer and composer of liturgical media living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With a Masters of Divinity from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary in Mequon, Wisconsin, Ian has a unique understanding of how to create music and art that emphasizes the central role of the gospel along with the time-honored traditions of the church. He currently serves as the communications director and musician at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

How Can I Use The Artwork?

All artwork on this site must be purchased in order for you to use. Once purchased, the art may be implemented in worship folders during services, PowerPoint or Keynote slides, or non-commercial print materials.

When using this artwork, please give proper attribution for it, unless used for outreach materials (mailings, posters, banners, etc.), in which case you need not give attribution. Copyright information can be placed in an appropriate place in a worship folder or other types of media.

The pictures on this website and any art that is purchased may not be altered in any way without permission. You may view the website's Terms and Conditions or contact me if you have any questions.

How Do I Stay Up-To-Date With The Latest Artwork?

You may subscribe to the news feed at paramentics.com/news or subscribe to the mailing list to be alerted to the latest additions on the site.