Petrykivka Painting Workshop

If you are interested in Ukrainian customs and traditions, an engaging petrykivka painting workshop in Kiev is a perfect choice for you. In a friendly atmosphere of a local apartment, you will learn the history of an iconic Ukrainian art of petrykivka and get hands-on instructions of painting from an experienced artist.

This traditional folk art takes its origin from Petrykivka village, Dnipro region, and dates back to the 19^th century. Characteristic floral ornaments were widely used in the adornment of the houses, as a wall art, and in the decoration of the household items. In 2013, petrykivka painting was included on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity as a phenomenon of the Ukrainian ornamental folk art.

Our workshop doesn’t require any special art skills or experience and a professional artist will assist you with hands-on instructions and tips. You will see some beautiful samples of petrykivka ornament that you may choose to re-produce in your work. Otherwise, you may create your own design and your instructor will help you to bring it to life.

The distinctive feature of petrykivka is an abundance of floral patterns, like leaves, flowers, viburnum berries, grapes, blossoms and sunflowers. Moreover, you may see beautiful birds in the composition and learn the symbolic meaning of each element.

You will learn different techniques used in petrykivka, painting with special paintbrushes and even with your fingertips. You will definitely enjoy this exciting and fun cultural experience! As the result of the workshop, you will create your own traditional Ukrainian artwork that will remind you of your trip to Kyiv.