Pysanky World Canvas Print

Photograph of Pysanky done by artist Shari Bailey on ostrich eggshells.

Pysanky is an art form, of Ukrainian origins, in which egg shells are repeatedly drawn on with melted wax and then dyed. This step is performed for each color on the egg. Different tools such as a pinhead or a kistka (or kistky) can be used to apply the wax. Eggs of all sizes, shapes and colors can be used in this art form. Some artists leave the insides within the egg, however, Shari prefers to empty hers out through a tiny hole that she carefully creates on the bottom of the shell using a special tool and then drains and rinses the inside. The shells are very fragile and need to be handled with care.

Image: © E. B. Schmidt. All Rights Reserved.

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Born and raised in rural northwest Pennsylvania, E. B. grew up with a deep love for the forests, rivers, animals and birds near her home. Now residing in Kansas, she enjoys the beauty of the Midwest crops and the open sky. She is a graduate of Geneva College in Pennsylvania with a bachelor's degree in Mathematics Education. Her love of math and geometric design often influences her artwork which consists of digital art, sketches and photography. The heart of her work is to capture a small part of the amazing and complex beauty of the world around us. Her work is not limited to only nature, but also includes original designs and photographs capturing the human experience. Most importantly, she gives all glory to God and hopes that...