a huge library of patterns, helpful hints, free patterns and EAI newsletters.Contains the Joan Huff Patterns Section of 287 patterns to benefit the Joan Huff Scholarship Fund. Houston Egg Art Guild (H.E.A.G) Library of Learning with Patterns & More The Following Library Sections are Open- Just CLICK on the section you want to view! SECTION A : 39 Free Patterns for All to Enjoy SECTION B : 127 Patterns by Artists A-G (Members Only) SECTION C : Joan Huff Pattern Plans & Pricing (Subscription benefits the Joan Huff Community Education Scholarship Fund) SECTION D : Joan Huff Pattern Section with 287 Patterns (Subscription) SECTION E : Quarterly Member's Newsletters with Patterns (Members Only) Joan Huff with one of her beautiful eggs ALL JOAN HUFF PLAN FEES GO TO THE JOAN HUFF COMMUNITY EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND Pattern Photo Book Courtesy of Linda Martin Egg Designs Joan Huff Pattern List See many of the pattern photos Joan Huff Egg Art Patterns $US 29,99 29,99$US One Month Unlimited Access to 287 Patterns Valable 1 mois Sélectionner Enjoy 287 patterns to create Joan's beautiful egg art! A wonderful way to learn this amazing art form. All proceeds benefit the Joan Huff Scholarship Fund Joan Huff Egg Art Patterns Lifetime Plan $US 299,99 299,99$US One-time fee for unlimited lifetime access to 287 patterns for less than $1 per pattern Sélectionner Enjoy 287 patterns to create Joan's beautiful egg art! A wonderful way to learn this amazing art form. All proceeds benefit the Joan Huff Scholarship Fund Fran A. Higgins has devoted hundreds of hours to scan and preserve the work of many egg artists. All these patterns were collected by members of the Houston Egg Art Guild and donated. The library will eventually hold over 1400 patterns. This is a huge work in progress. The Joan Huff Patterns section is now open and has 287 patterns alone and is blessed by her family. It is important we preserve these patterns to serve as not only inspiration for future egg artists but also as an invaluable learning tool. We hope you enjoy this treasure trove of patterns!

16 categories of eggshell art assessment is outlined for the Master Artisan Pathway "MAP". Master Artisan Pathway- "MAP" Kategorie i wytyczne „MAP” MAP Categories and Guidelines GENERAL GUIDELINES Only original designs using real eggshells will be considered for assessment. Any size of eggshell, unless otherwise stated can be used. Designs using more than one egg, for example two eggs forming a heart shape, can be entered for assessment. Judges will score the following categories : Creativity and Originality - Only original designs allowed. Composition and Design - Use of the Principles and Elements of Design (Line, composition, space, movement, balance, emphasis, pattern, unity, color, contrast, rhythm, texture, value, form) Technique Craftsmanship and Presentation Degree of Difficulty Overall Impression CATEGORY GUIDELINES Where one or more techniques are used, please select the category which applies to the main technique. If you are unsure, you can ask for assistance by contacting us. Click on the photos to see a larger picture. ACID ETCHING A design where acid is used to remove areas of the shell to create a design. The overall design and technique execution will be assessed, and the level of difficulty will be taken into account. (Eggs, such as an emu, where different color layers exist will require more careful attention to detail). APPLIED WAX A design where wax is applied as part of the design and left in situ as part of the decorative technique, such as Madeira work, cross-stitch style etc. The even application of the wax to the egg will be considered, along with the complexity of the design. The judges will be looking for a mix of technique to include ‘drop-pull’. Additional cut work will add to the level of complexity. ART BATIK A design which uses the basic techniques of waxing and dyeing, without using traditional Pysanky motifs. This style of work is decorative and is not constrained by tradition. ARTIST’S CHOICE Let your creativity run riot with this category - any style, any combination of technique or use of material. The usual criteria of good workmanship will be assessed. BEADED or JEWELED A design where the main focus of the work involves the application of beading or jewels. Attention should be paid to the careful placement of beads, smoothness of the finish and uniformity of any pattern, such as a basket-weave. Other techniques can be incorporated. CARVED The shell should be carved into to create relief work, using a technique which involves deeper scoring of the shell than the scratch carving category. Attention should be paid to creating clean, smooth cuts. The carving should be well-balanced, and other techniques can be incorporated into the design. DÉCOUPAGE Attention will be paid to the accuracy of cutting the paper print (decals are not permitted) and the surface finish of the egg after the print has been buried. The surface should be perfectly smooth, free from blemish and should not have any unwanted particles embedded in the finish. This category is one where the egg has to be judged ‘in person’. DIORAMA The main focus of the design will be a scene that is created within the egg; however, this can also extend around the egg. The level of detail included will be assessed, however the exterior of the egg will also be looked at in detail. Any items made by the artist should be mentioned as this will be of benefit in the assessment. The usual criteria of a well-balanced and tasteful design will also apply. HAND PAINTED or DRAWN The design must be original and can be in any style; however, the complexity of the work will be given additional credit, and it is expected that the submission will show proportion, balance, and if appropriate, shadow, depth and good use of color to create an overall pleasing piece of work. INTRICATELY CUT Intricate cut work is the main focus of the work involved. The level of difficulty in terms of working with thinner shells will be taken into account, as well as the neatness of the cutting, the removal of membrane and the general balance and design of the work presented. MECHANICAL A design which incorporates movement within the design. The mechanisms used could be battery powered, using pulleys etc., but must operate smoothly. The judges may request a short video of the egg in action to determine the level of movement involved. Unless creating movement in addition to music, musical boxes do not fall into this category. The overall design, innovation and technical expertise will be assessed and taken into account when judging. MINIATURE A category where any style of work is acceptable, however the entire design (including the stand and any added items) should fit within a box 3" x 3" x 3" (7.5 x 7.5 x 7.5cm). Work will be assessed with the usual criteria of execution of techniques used, neatness of workmanship. Complexity of design and skills used will also be taken into consideration. MIXED or OTHER MEDIA Lots of scope for creativity in this category where a distinct additional style of work is added to the egg, such as polymer clay work, popotillo, quilling, scrimshaw and other paper crafting techniques (such as paper constructions/origami). This should not include work that falls readily into other categories such as paper sculpture work. Attention will be paid to the execution of the different techniques displayed with both being of an acceptable standard. Ingenuity will be a factor in the judging as well as the general standards of workmanship. NOVELTY A design which displays an unusual and novel concept. Examples could include a tea service, method of transport (car, boat etc.), wearable egg art. Attention will be paid to the unusual concept displayed in the entry as well as the general execution of workmanship and complexity of technique. PAPER SCULPTURE Paper Toile and Bas Relief fall within this category. Both methods of work include the accurate cutting of paper prints which are then built up into a 3-dimensional finish. The raised paperwork should be firm to the touch. The finished work should exhibit neat cutwork, and the design can be raised against the shell with the edges all touching the egg or, alternatively, certain areas can be raised permanently. Suitability of the paper print and originality of its application to the egg as well as the accurate execution of the technique will be taken into account. PYSANKY-DIASPORA This category allows the artist to combine traditional motifs (we require the artist to provide an explanation/meaning behind the symbols) with a free interpretation to create an original design using the wax and dyeing techniques. SCRATCH CARVING A design where the egg is dyed using either a natural or chemical dye and the surface ONLY of the shell is manually scratched to create shading, texture and a pleasing design. We wish to thank the artists who participated in "Egg of the Month", Master Artisan Pathway and the IEAG Master Program whose egg art is shown. These are all considered fine examples of the styles shown.

See examples of the Master Artisan Pathway (MAP) Artist's Choice category. Category Spotlight: Artist's Choice (includes "Faberge Inspired") Let your creativity run riot with this category - any style, any combination of technique or use of material. The usual criteria of good workmanship will be assessed. These are examples only and have not been judged. John Drlik Mead Carole Kjellsen Joan Huff Joan Huff Joan Huff Design/ Fran Higgins Sharon Kolsch Glenis Thomas Sally LeVan design/ Fran Higgins Ouida Vaughn Gloria Harrison Jeann Howse Sharon Arnett Ouida Vaughn Gloria Harris design/ Fran Higgins Juan Pablo Polgatiz Benavides Juan Pablo Polgatiz Benavides Leslie Lisdell Joan Huff design/ Fran Higgins Linda Martin Judy Starr Lori Dagan design/ Fran Higgins Artist Unknown Eggcetera Linda Martin Raquel Utrera Load More

Many instructional books covering all types of egg art/eggshell art/egg decorating. Beginner thru advanced techniques in egg art are found. Lorrie Popow and Linda Martin are very successful artists, and you will find their books here along with other great artists. Books Available Click on the Pictures below for a direct link to their purchase site. Many can be purchased as a download or hard copy. Roman Seniuk Master Pysanker The pysanky of Roman Seniuk (1951-2019), illustrated and explained, with his complicated divisions and detailed design elements in a 132-page book by Susan Jones Pysanky: Poppy Variations In this book, master egg artist Lorrie Popow teaches you how to create beautiful pysanky, or decorated Ukrainian eggs, using poppy designs. With step-by-step instructions, photos, and diagrams, you'll learn to make these exquisite pieces on farm-raised quail, chicken, goose, and ostrich eggs. The book also features variations on the traditional poppy design and bands. Message Written in Wax By Ildiko Fekete She describes the technique of wax dyeing from simple motifs to multicolored, complex patterns, while also offering insight into the secrets of plant-based dyes. Eggs by Dot Cannon 436- pages of her work from 1977 to 2016 Pysanky UA 3 books to get you started in writing pysanky by Tetiana Konoval Magic of Cold Porcelain By Shirley Willis exclusively for Linda Martin Egg Designs. She explains how to make the flowers with tips on using the paste and a gallery of flowers used on her eggs. Available as a download or hardcopy. Inside the Egg..Linings & Other Ideas for Using Fabrics This book and DVD by Linda Martin is for those wanting to learn different lining techniques. For beginners thru advanced with 10 patterns in the 48-page book and DVD. Eggstravaganza Egg Designs This 27 page Egg Designs Hand book in .pdf format is packed with photos and great Ideas for you to try. There are also Instructions & Diagrams for nine egg designs, as well as pages of useful eggcrafting hints and tips. Writing Pysanky Piece by Piece Gail Lambka's new 144-page art book with full-color graphics and photos. Pictures and illustrations of both pysanka elements and completed eggs number over 750. Discover a different egg division in each of the ten chapters, then utilize the visual materials provided to make your very own pysanka masterpiece. Coloring Pysanky with Natural Dyes Written in Ukranian by Tetiana Vlenenko and Liubov Ktitorova.This book is actually two books in one. The first part of the book is a nuts and bolts primer on dyeing pysanky with traditional dyes. The authors discuss techniques, plant materials, dye recipes, mordants, even the sort of pots to use for dyeing. Pokuttian Folk Pysanky Vira Manko shares her knowledge and recreations of pysanky from Pokuttian Folk Pysanky from Ukraine. This hard cover book tells how pysanky are written in Pokuttia along with information on colours, divisions, ancient symbols and special characteristic features of some centres of Pysankarstvo. Paper Sculpture in Egg Art Linda Martin's new book with DVD contains detailed descriptions and step-by-step photos of the techniques, along with 12 patterns. Dye Happy by Susan Jones A practical guide to color for the egg artist. Learn what goes into choosing harmonious color schemes, and then learn how to make them with dyes. Egging Tips and Hints Tips and Hints and much, much more... by Linda Martin. This is a 40+ page book full of helpful tips to save you time and introduce you to some techniques. This is a handy guide for beginners and existing egg artists alike. Available also in hardcopy. Dental Drill Art: A Beginners Guide to High Speed Engraving & Carving These artists use the same drills and little burs your local dentist use, but to drill away glass, metal, wood, antler, eggshells, and more to make images, designs, and lettering. Author Roger F. Wolford has used his 20 years of experience to create a guide for the beginner. Divide and Conquer Step by step instructions for Ukrainian-style batik eggs (pysanky). Egg Carving for Beginners: Techniques to Creating Exquisite Eggs This book is meant to assist anyone with the desire to learn how to cut, carve or etch eggs with the basics. It will take you through the different stages it takes to get the end results you desire. There are many techniques an egg artist can use with a carved or cut egg. This book will give you the basics and serve as an easy reference anytime you need it! Osterpfad-Vogtland Learn about the amazing towns that make up the yearly Easter Trail in Germany.6 Euros + shipping. Pysanky Beginnings Various Pysanka artists come together to share designs that can be achieved by beginners. Photographs and detailed descriptions show the way. Grid and Bear It Patterns on graph paper (square and isometric) suitable for batik egg designs (pysanky). Instructions for making grids on eggs and calculating a pattern size. Several examples are given. Egg-Cetera Mostly non-traditional designs for wax-resist egg decoration. Pysanky purists would say these eggs are not pysanky, but they are created the same way, with a kistka, wax and dyes. Designs range from quilt patterns, to mandalas, Islamic geometric pattern, pentagonal patterns, and many more. Running in Circles: Trypillian Pysanky Designs This book explains how Trypillian designs are made on pysanky (Ukrainian Easter eggs) and offers several designs and methods based on circles and circular forms. Egg and Flower Art Egg and Flower Art by Konomi Kashiwaya. A Small Book about Basic Egg Decorating Little book with supplies, cutting, paints, glues, stands, suppliers, and designs by Dr. Juan Pablo Polgatiz. Show More

Explore three galleries filled with all styles of egg art including Faberge style, Pysanky, Ukranian, Painted eggs, Carved eggs and so much more! Photo Galleries of Egg Art We now have four beautiful galleries for all to enjoy. Gallery of the "Most Liked Eggs of the Month- Our most popular gallery! Each month our Facebook group called Egg Art International Gallery conducts a contest which highlights the most liked eggs. These artists receive a certificate of recognition to proudly display as well as promotion on all our social media sites including Pinterest and Instagram. The winners are invited to participate in the yearly fundraising magazine called "Amazing Eggs of ____" . The honorable mentions and category winners may also be invited to participate as well. Check out all the new photos each month! Take me to this Gallery now! Gallery of Master Artisan Pathway "MAP" Recipients See the beautiful creations of the participants who have submitted their egg art to this vigorous program of education and excellence. Learn some of their techniques thru their descriptions and additional views of their egg art. Not only are the eggs beautiful, but it is an amazing place to learn and start your own pathway to becoming a Master Artisan! Take me to this Gallery now! Gallery of Master Program Egg Art (old IEAG Master Program) See the beautiful creations from the former IEAG program. These Master artists were both innovators and set the standard for excellence we all hope to aspire to. Many of the participant's photos were lost when the IEAG dissolved. If you were one of former participants and you would like to have your accomplishments appear on this gallery, please contact us. Take me to this Gallery now! Helmut Meister Gallery of Egg Art Styles- See all the different styles of Egg Art! Mr. Meister has collected over 4000 eggs by artists all over the world. Enjoy and be inspired by all the different styles and colors of egg art in this amazing collection. Take me to this Gallery now!

Learn about the technique called Paper Sculpture in egg art Category Spotlight: Paper Sculpture Paper Toile and Bas Relief fall within this category. Both methods of work include the accurate cutting of paper prints which are then built up into a 3-dimensional finish.

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