PYSANKA WORKSHOPS

Pysanka Workshops Are Back!
Let’s explore the Art of Ukrainian Easter Egg Writing.

Join us for a hands-on Pysanka workshop where a skilled Pysanka
Artist will guide you step by step in creating your own beautifully designed,
richly coloured Ukrainian Easter Egg.

Using the traditional method ( wax resist or batik) each design is “written”
onto the shell using hot beeswax and a stylus called a kistka before the dyes are
applied. Similar to batik, the wax-resist technique protects the surface from the

dye, revealing intricate patterns as the wax is removed.

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New this year! Explore the Lemko “drop-and-pull” method, a technique for
designing and colouring the shell with distinctive flowing patterns.

Workshop Dates

• Saturday, March 14
• Saturday, March 21

Session length

• 2½ hours

Three Session times to choose from

• 9:00amto 11:30am

• Or

• 12:00 Noon to 2:30pm

• Or

• 3:00am to 5:30pm

Choose Your Style

• Traditional Pysanka (wax-resist method.

• OR

• Lemko Pysanka (drop-and-pull method)

All supplies are included—just bring your creativity and imagination!

Pysanka supplies, dyes, and kistkas will also be available for purchase onsite
after each session.

In Canada, Pysanky are symbols of Ukrainian identity and pride. As the war in
Ukraine continues, funds raised from the Pysanka Workshops, and Pysanka
Kits will continue to support the humanitarian work of Canada Ukraine
Foundation and many other projects supported by Ukrainian Women’s
Association of Canada, Ottawa Branch.

Also check out other Workshops in Ottawa, Arts events in Ottawa.