Ukrainian Vyshyvanka - Art Workshop

🇺🇦 Create Your Own Vyshyvanka!
Join us for a cozy and inspiring art workshop in the heart of San Francisco!
Vyshyvanka—Ukrainian ornaments aren’t just pretty patterns—they actually have deep meanings and stories behind them. Every design was created for a reason, often to bring luck, protection, or prosperity.

🌊 Take “kryvulka,” for example—it’s a wavy line that represents water, symbolizing life and renewal. People used to believe it could bring good fortune if embroidered on clothes.

🌹 Then there’s “rozhevy tsvit,” the rose flower pattern, which stands for beauty and femininity—you’ll see it a lot on traditional Ukrainian blouses (vyshyvankas).

☀️ One of the most powerful symbols is the “svarha,” a swirling sun shape that was meant to keep bad energy away. People carved it into houses or wove it into ceremonial towels (rushnyky) for protection.

Here’s the coolest part—Ukrainian women used to embroider secret messages into clothing. Imagine stitching little symbols into a shirt to attract love, strength, or even to keep bad luck away.

It’s incredible how much meaning was hidden in those details! Even today, these ornaments carry the spirit of the past, keeping traditions alive in the most beautiful way.

We can create these meaningful ornaments as an ARTWORK for your home—collect symbols with the meanings you need, turn them into a unique ornament, and then bring it to life in a painting!

Event Details:
📅 Date: May 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM (please check your email after registration). You can come earlier at 10 am to have a breakfast at Dacha Kitchen & Bar.
📍 Location: DACHA Kitchen & Bar, 1085 Sutter St, San Francisco

What to Expect:
🎭 Masterclass: A brief history of Ukrainian patterns and the meanings behind some of the symbols.
🎨 Step-by-Step Guidance: Learn to sketch and paint Vyshyvanka with acrylics under the guidance of artist Kateryna Ferman.
🖌️ All Materials Provided: Acrylic paints and markers, 8x10 inch canvases, brushes—everything you need to bring your vision to life.
🍵 Relax & Create: Enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere with delicious traditional food (available for purchase from Dacha restaurant).

Why Join?
✨ Unleash Your Creativity: No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm!
🖼️ Take Home a Talisman: Create a unique piece to keep or gift to someone special.
🎁 Bring a Friend & Save! Attend with a friend and both receive a 10% discount on your next workshop.

Let’s paint, connect, and create beautiful things together. See you there! 🎨✨

Artist: Kateryna Ferman
I'm a Ukrainian artist based in San Francisco, passionate about capturing human strength and emotion on canvas. After an 18-year break, my works have been showcased in international exhibitions, including Paris, Palma, Switzerland, Germany, and the USA.

Follow me on Instagram: @ferman_art
Visit my website: fermanart.shop

🎨 Let’s make this month unforgettable with art! 🎨
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