Ukrainian Egg Decoration (Pysanky) with Ginny Baughman

Ukrainian Egg Decoration (Pysanky) with Ginny Baughman

Join the DSA in a workshop lead by Ginny Baughman on the art of pysanky. Students will enjoy learning how to create the beautiful Pysanky or Ukrainian egg. In this one-day workshop, students will learn the history of this art form. Then they will create one egg to take home with them at the end of the class. Supplies to make one egg will be included in the price of the class. Pysanky for Ukraine Day occurs annually on April 1st.

This is an adult class ages 16 and up can attend on their own. Students under the age of 16 can attend if accompanied by an adult, but they must pay separately. No children under the age of 10 please.

Please note this class requires using the open flame of a candle. Safety precautions will be taken to insure the safety of the students.

When: Friday, March 29th - 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Saturday, March 30th - 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Where: The Dayton Society of Artist

48 High Street, Dayton OH 45403

Cost: $25 Per Person

Parking: Free street parking available and parking lot across the street.

About your instructor:

Ginny Baughman is a visual artist who has lived and worked in Ohio her entire life. She was born and raised in Dayton and obtained a BFA from the University of Dayton and an MA in Art Education from Ohio State University. After college Ginny moved to central Ohio and gained notoriety as an artist there with her traditional architectural portraits and landscapes of the area. Then she moved into contemporary multidimensional artwork which has been featured in many shows throughout Ohio and the US. She continues to work in both traditional and contemporary styles with a variety of media. Ginny has also worked as a teaching artist for over 25 years now teaching a variety of classes including Ukrainian Egg Decorating, which is a part of her heritage. About 5 years ago Ginny moved back home to the Dayton area. In 2021 Ginny received the Montgomery County Artist Grant to complete a Dayton Coloring Book. She now works as a scenic charge artist at the Town Hall Theater in Centerville, Ohio.

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Dayton Society of Artists

Ukrainian Egg Decoration (Pysanky) with Ginny Baughman is taking place at Dayton Society of Artists, which is located at 48 High Street in Dayton. Dayton Society of Artists - The mission of the Dayton Society of Artists is to connect, support, and educate artists and the community.