Pysanky Ornament Workshop

Celebrate the holiday season with creativity and tradition at this hands-on Pysanky Ornament Workshop! Learn the ancient Ukrainian art of pysanky, creating stunning hand-decorated ornaments using the traditional wax-resist dye method and pre-emptied duck eggs.

Our friendly instructor will guide you step-by-step, showing you how to apply wax and layer vibrant dyes to craft your own one-of-a-kind design. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your holiday spirit and imagination!

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a unique and beautiful ornament to decorate your tree, give as meaningful gifts, or treasure as a keepsake. All materials are provided.

Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today and make this holiday season truly magical with the timeless art of pysanky!

Doors open at 11:00 am and the workshop will begin promptly at 11:15 am.

🐔What to expect:

· Learn about the history of pysanky and their cultural significance.
· Hands-on guidance to create your own one-of-a-kind ornament.
· Design freely or follow provided holiday-inspired patterns.
· Each ornament will include a hanging attachment so it’s ready for display.
· Fun, relaxing, and creative experience for beginners and seasoned makers alike.
· Leave with your finished ornament and the basics to continue writing pysanky at home

🎫Tickets & Tier Guidance:

Inclusive ticket ($30): Art is for everyone! This ticket helps cover materials and workshop costs for those who need financial support. Please select this option if the standard ticket ($50) is a barrier.

Standard Ticket ($50): Covers materials and supports my work as an artist in Ottawa (thank you!)

Sponsor Ticket ($100): Gift the joy of creativity! This ticket covers your participation and fully sponsors a community member to attend. As a thank-you, you’ll receive a hand-crafted pysanky ornament from me, Zoryana! If no one claims the sponsorship spot, your generosity will carry forward to a future workshop, spreading creativity and holiday cheer.

Sponsored Spots: To claim a sponsored ticket, email Zoryana at zcherwick.art@gmail.com. No questions asked, first-come, first-served basis.

Eventbrite fees apply. If you encounter issues with ticketing, email Zoryana at zcherwick.art@gmail.com and we’ll sort it out.

❓ What’s Included:

You’ll take home:
· The holiday pysanky ornament you create
· A traditional kistka
· A block of beeswax
· Sponsor Ticket holders also receive a hand-crafted ornament from Zoryana, the instructor!

👯 Shared Materials:

Pysanky dyes (non-toxic aniline dyes), design templates, paper towels, tea lights, beeswax candles, and clear nail polish to seal your ornament.

😷 Masking Policy:
This is an N95 or KN95 mask-mandatory event. Masks are required for everyone to ensure a safe and accessible workshop for participants at higher risk. Extra masks will be available on-site if needed.

📍How to get into The Grove:

The Grove's new accessible entrance is on the West side of the building - if you are facing the building from Louisa street, that's the right side. Walk down the West side of the building and you will see a fence and likely some red dumpsters with the Tomlison logo on them, that is where you want to enter!

At the door, Buzz 2800 if the door is locked.

Once in the building head down the ramp and follow the hallway until you reach a white roomed atrium with glass doors. Head through the glass doors towards the silver door, which is the elevator. The Grove is located on the second floor.

🎁 Interested in a private workshop for your friends, family, or workplace?

Private workshops are also available! Gather your friends, family, or colleagues for a personalized pysanky ornament experience—reach out to Zoryana via email at zcherwick.art@gmail.com for more details.