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Pysanky for Peace
Learn the fine art of Pysanky with local artist mentor Dianne Perry in support of The Fort McMurray Ukrainian Cultural Society
A pagan legend maintains that the sun god was the most important of all Ukrainian deities; birds were the god’s chosen Creations for they were the only ones who could get close to him. Humans could not catch the birds, but they did manage to obtain the eggs laid by the birds. These eggs were magical objects, a source of life.
The Hutsuls – Ukrainians who live in the Carpathian mountains of Western Ukraine – believe that the fate of the world depends upon the pysanka. As long as the egg decorating custom continues, the world will exist. If for any reason this custom is abandoned, evil – in the form of a horrible monster who is forever chained to a mountain cliff – will overrun the world. Each year this monster-serpent sends out his henchmen to see how many pysanky have been created. If the number is low, the serpent’s chains are loosened and he is free to wander the earth causing havoc and destruction. If, on the other hand, the number of pysanky has increased, the chains are tightened and good triumphs over evil for yet another year.
With the help of the Fort McMurray Ukrainian Cultural Society, the Wood Buffalo Regional Library, and Artist Mentor Dianne Perry, we are very pleased to offer an introduction into the fine art of Pysanky in celebration of Ukrainian Orthodox Easter (April 24). Please join us for an informative and creative workshop with intentions for Peace as we create pysanky for the many Ukrainians displaced and suffering.
All supplies are provided. Ages 10 and Up
Donations for RMWB’s incoming refugee families fleeing from the crisis in Ukraine are accepted and appreciated.
Door Prizes! Take home kits will be available for purchase (price TBA)
