Ukrainian Eggs with Marilan Caito

5645 Butler Street,Pittsburgh PA 15201

12 June, 2021

Description

Learn how to create unique artwork on real egg shells in the traditional batik method. 4-Hour Workshop Date: Saturday, June 12, 2021 Time: 10am-2pm Description: Learn how to create unique artwork on real egg shells in the traditional batik method. Participants learn how to design, wax, dye and finish their own Psyanka egg. They will also learn the proper use of tools and techniques, as well as cultural history including the meaning of the different colors and symbols. Students will leave with one completed egg and the skills and tools to complete more on their own. No prior art skill needed. Students must be 18 or accompanied by parent. Tuition: $70 + $15 materials fee Materials: All materials are provided Location: Contemporary Craft - 5645 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201 COVID-19: We are excited to welcome you to our new, permanent space for art in the artistic neighborhood of Lawrenceville. With your help, we look forward to providing amazing and safe art experiences for you. Here are our new safety protocols. Wear a face mask. For your safety and the safety of those around you, face masks are required for all guests ages 2 and up for the entire duration of your visit.Maintain a safe distance. Please leave plenty of room between yourself and the other guests during your visit.When in doubt, ask for assistance. In order to minimize contact with surfaces, please refrain from touching surfaces and objects unless absolutely necessary. You can use the hand sanitizing stations located throughout the building. No food or drink allowed.By registering for a workshop, you agree to follow the safety protocols mentioned above during your visit to Contemporary Craft. By visiting Contemporary Craft, you acknowledge that risk of communicable illness exists in any and all public spaces as a force of nature, and that Contemporary Craft assumes no responsibility for any claims which may arise. Cancellations and Refunds: Workshop cancellations are decided three business days before the start date. If workshops must be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, the entire class fee will be refunded through Eventbrite, or you may leave your workshop fee in your Contemporary Craft account for future workshops. Refund Policy: Student refund requests must be made at least three business days before a class begins. There will be a $25 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given without three-business days notice. Processing of refunds takes approximately three weeks. About the Artist Marilan is a seasoned Ukrainian Egg Artist who, for more than 40 years, has offered demonstrations, workshops and classes in the art of Pysanky (creating intricate colorful designs through a process of layering wax and dyes) at numerous community centers, libraries, nursing homes as well as CCAC and Pitt’s leisure learning programs. Of Ukrainian decent, she is a third generation “psyanky” artist. Her passion is to introduce the art form and its rich history to new audiences throughout the Pittsburgh region.