Ukrainian Holiday Magic: Paint a Petrykivka Christmas Ornament

Nov 11 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Details


Nov 11 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
Peirce Education Rooms (Welcome Center)
Peirce Education Rooms
  • Members $40
  • Nonmembers $45

Discover Petrykivka, a traditional Ukrainian decorative painting style known for its colorful flowers, leaves, and expressive brushstrokes. Join artist Marianna Mackanych as she explains basic Petrykivka brush techniques and assists participants in hand-painting a beautiful, shatter-resistant Christmas ornament. All materials and step-by-step instruction will be provided; participants should wear clothing suitable for painting or bring an apron. Each participant will take home one completed, ready-to-hang ornament and the skills to create additional Petrykivka-inspired designs.

Speaker

  • Marianna Mackanych
    Artist & Art Educator

    Marianna Mackanych is an Odesa-born, Pittsburgh-based artist who creates Petrykivka-inspired paintings and decorative art celebrating Ukrainian culture and heritage. She studied graphic design and art history at Grekov Art School in Odesa and earned a master’s degree in garment design and technology from Khmelnytsky National University. Through her exhibitions and workshops, Marianna introduces audiences to the beauty, symbolism, and traditional techniques of Ukrainian decorative painting.

Discover Petrykivka, a traditional Ukrainian decorative painting style known for its colorful flowers, leaves, and expressive brushstrokes. Join artist Marianna Mackanych as she explains basic Petrykivka brush techniques and assists participants in hand-painting a beautiful, shatter-resistant Christmas ornament. All materials and step-by-step instruction will be provided; participants should wear clothing suitable for painting or bring an apron. Each participant will take home one completed, ready-to-hang ornament and the skills to create additional Petrykivka-inspired designs.

Speaker

  • Marianna Mackanych
    Artist & Art Educator

    Marianna Mackanych is an Odesa-born, Pittsburgh-based artist who creates Petrykivka-inspired paintings and decorative art celebrating Ukrainian culture and heritage. She studied graphic design and art history at Grekov Art School in Odesa and earned a master’s degree in garment design and technology from Khmelnytsky National University. Through her exhibitions and workshops, Marianna introduces audiences to the beauty, symbolism, and traditional techniques of Ukrainian decorative painting.

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