Second Saturday Workshops: Introduction to Pysanky (Ukrainian Easter Eggs) with Dr. Kimberly Lewis (May 8 & 22 @ 2:00 p.m.)
We’re sorry, but this class is full.
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A pysanka is a Ukrainian Easter egg, decorated with traditional Ukrainian folk designs using a wax-resist method. The word pysanka comes from the verb pysaty, "to write" or "to inscribe", as the designs are not painted on, but written with beeswax. Wikipedia
In this class we will go over the basics of how to prepare the eggs, draw the designs, color the eggs, and make the eggs ready for exhibits or gifts. This will be a two-hour class where we complete a simple two-color egg. You should leave with the tools and ability to start making pysanky on your own.
The class will be presented in two sessions.
Session One: During session one, Dr. Lewis went over a brief history of writing Pysanky and the basic supplies, techniques and safety. You’ll get to apply some of the techniques on a Goose Egg in the second session.
Session Two: Will be an in-person class (utilizing social distancing and masking requirements). Dr. Lewis will demonstrate, and students will work with Goose Eggs to produce their own Pysanky Egg. (May 22, 2-4pm at the FACNRV)
This link will give you a brief history.
Image from Henna by Heather on Flickr CC BY-NC-ND
Class Fee: $36 that includes all necessary supplies.
Supply list:
Goose Egg
Kistka (used to apply the wax to the egg)
Wax and dye kit
Additional eggs can be purchased for $5 each while supplies last