Pysanka - Ukrainian Easter egg decorating

A workshop from EMF 2024 by Andriy Utkin

On Friday May 31, 2024 at in Workshop 4 (FieldFX)

A workshop in Ukrainian ages-old techniques of Easter egg decoration. Children are welcome but the techniques are challenging so grownup assistance would be required.

1. Melt beewax in the wax pen over the burning candle.

2. Draw with melted wax on hollow eggshells, then submerge them into coloring. Repeat drawing and submerging.

3. Wipe the wax.

4. Enjoy your fascinating artwork!

Videos showing examples and some historical and cultural background:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhG0Dsou...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvsispnC...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dffnbXAI...

Under-16s must be accompanied and assisted by an adult, and both must have a ticket for this workshop.