Feminine Archetypes in Slavic Folklore: Myth, Initiation, & Transformation

This class explores feminine archetypes in Slavic folklore as a living system of initiation, transformation, and survival. Through stories such as Vasilisa and Baba Yaga, as well as figures like the wise old woman, the trickster, the devouring mother, and the shapeshifting heroine, students will be guided through the symbolic patterns that shape women’s journeys across myth and culture. Rather than approaching these archetypes as abstract ideas, the class situates them within their historical, ritual, and cultural contexts, while also examining how they continue to appear in contemporary life.

Date: Thursday, July 2nd

Event: 6 - 8 PM PDT

Location: Seagrape Apothecary & Zoom

Students can expect a structured yet accessible experience that combines storytelling, visual material (including folklore illustrations, historical references, and comparative mythology), and guided reflection. The class will introduce key frameworks for understanding archetypes, while remaining grounded in Slavic traditions and their specific meanings. Throughout the session, participants will be invited to engage with the material through prompts that encourage personal interpretation and connection.
By the end of the class, students will leave with a deeper understanding of six core feminine archetypes and how they function as stages of transformation rather than fixed roles. Participants will also develop their own working relationship to these archetypes, with practical ways to recognize and apply them in their lives, creative practices, or spiritual frameworks. No prior knowledge is required.

In preparation for the workshop, please gather the following items:

• A pen and paper for note-taking
• Snacks and drinks for nourishment!

For those attending IN PERSON:

We'll be gathering together at Seagrape Apothecary from 6:00 to 8:00. Please arrive a little early to get settled in. Masks are required for this gathering. For the sake of the container we're holding, and to minimize distractions, we'll be locking the doors 10 minutes after class starts. Please keep this in mind while making travel arrangements!

For those attending DIGITALLY:

A Zoom invitation for the live event will be emailed to you 48 hours before the gathering. Keep an eye on your inbox for the link! Those who can't make it to this magical gathering at the time of the event will have access to the recording for 30 days.

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NOTES:

• This is a hybrid offering, with options for virtual and in-person attendance. The in-person gathering will be recorded, and all tickets include a link to the recording of the event, available for 30 days.
• The workshop recording may be offered for sale on the Seagrape Apothecary website. By registering for this event, you consent to any use of this recording by Seagrape Apothecary.
• Enrollment is accepted up until the day of the event, while spots are available.
• Honor the privacy of others; what is said and shared in a workshop is not meant to be shared outside of the workshop except for what instructors and attendees give permission to share. Links to workshop recordings are not to be shared.
• When you register for this gathering, we'll add you to a private class mailing list, where we'll send out class materials such as workbooks and recording replays, as well as coven recommendations, before and after the gathering. You're welcome to unsubscribe at any time.

In-Person Attendance Details:

• Please bring a mask with you! You will be asked to wear your mask throughout class. If you're experiencing any COVID symptoms prior to the gathering, please do not attend the gathering.
• If you've registered for an in-person ticket and are unable to attend the event for any reason, please contact us at [email protected] up until 24 hours before the event to swap your ticket for a digital-only attendance ticket so we can make room for other folks looking to join the magic in person!

Digital Attendance Details:

• We use Zoom for online workshops—please have the app downloaded if using a phone.
• Technical difficulties on the attendees end (sound issues, tardiness, wifi connection, video cutout, etc.) do not entitle attendees to a refund. We recommend signing on 10 minutes early to sort out any issues.
• Seagrape does not offer guidance around computer or Zoom usage, though we do send out a link including instructions on how to use Zoom 24 hours prior to all workshops.

Seagrape Apothecary Cancellation Policy:

All tickets are nonrefundable.

If Seagrape Apothecary reschedules a workshop or class and an attendee cannot attend the rescheduled workshop or class, a class credit for the ticket value will be issued and will be valid for 1 year from the date of cancellation.

If Seagrape Apothecary cancels a workshop or class, attendees will get the choice between class credit or a Seagrape Apothecary gift card. If class credit is chosen, a credit for the ticket value will be issued and will be valid for 1 year from the date of cancellation. If the gift card is chosen, a digital gift card worth the ticket value will be shared via email and valid for 1 year from the date of cancellation.

COVID Exceptions: If an attendee tests positive for COVID and reaches out prior to an in-person class to let us know, a class credit for the ticket value will be issued and will be valid for 1 year.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

About Your Instructor:

Vlasta (she/her) is a writer, educator, and practitioner focused on broader Eastern European Slavic folklore and Erzya traditions within the Finno-Ugric cultural sphere. Her work explores how traditional stories, ritual practices, and archetypal systems function as tools for navigating transformation, identity, and lived experience. She has taught classes and led workshops that combine historical context, visual material, and guided reflection in a clear and grounded format.

This workshop includes tiered ticketing as well as limited FREE digital tickets for BIPOC folks. These tickets are first come, first served, so email us at [email protected] to reserve your spot! We're happy to sign you up for one free workshop ticket at a time.

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