Spread the Love of Egg Art by Donating Today. Our mission is to promote all styles of egg art throughout the world and to raise the standards of the art form, encouraging artists to reach their full potential. Through education, exhibitions and sharing information, we aim to increase public awareness. Your donations will be used solely to acheive these goals, so information remains available to all. SUPPORT THE FUTURE OF EGG ART Preserve. Educate. Inspire. Share Your donation helps EAI promote all styles of egg art worldwide thru education, scholarships, exhibitions and sharing. OUR MISSION Egg Art International is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, promoting and advancing the beautiful art of decorating natural eggs throughout the world. Our mission is to promote all types of egg art worldwide, raise the quality of the art to the highest level, and develop public interest through education, exhibitions, scholarships and the sharing of knowledge. We believe every artist- regardless of financial circumstances- should have access to education, encouragement and recognition. That is why membership is free and participation o in our Master Artisan Pathway (MAP) is offered at no cost YOUR GIFT MAKES A DIFFERENCE MONETARY DONATIONS Your financial support helps fund educational programs, scholarships and the Master Artisan Pathway (MAP) program. EGG ART SUPPLIES We gladly accept donations of new and gently used egg art supplies that help artists of all skill levels learn, create, and grow. DONATED ARTWORK Donated egg art pieces support exhibitions and educational initiatives that keep the tradition of egg art alive. HONORING JOAN HUFF'S LEGACY Joan Huff devoted her life to teaching, creating and inspiring egg artists. Her passion lives on thru the Joan Huff Community Education Scholarship Fund . This scholarship helps artist's continue their education, attend workshops, and grow their artistic journey. Your donation ensures her legacy continues to inspire future generations of egg artists. HELP PRESERVE THE ART OF EGG DECORATING YOUR SUPPORT HELPS PROTECT THIS TIMELESS ART, PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS AND KEEP EGG ART TRADITIONS ALIVE FOR GENERATIONS TO COME

Master Artisan Pathway "MAP" Application for those 18 years and older. Master Artisan Pathway "MAP" ENTRY FORM Please Note the Following: * You may submit only 1 entry in a 30-day time period * Our policy is to have the results back to you within 29 days from the date of a complete application. We reserve the right to extend this time for unforeseen circumstances. Please do not email us regarding your results until 30 days have lapsed. * Failure to thoroughly read all MAP information may result in entry denial or lower scores . MAP Entry Form- For Members Ages 18 and older. *Please make sure you are a MEMBER before to avoid entry rejection. If not go to https://www.eggartinternational.org/membership-contact First name Last name Email What type of Egg? Height of egg art Width of egg art Date the entry was completed Select a Category- ONE CHOICE ONLY * Acid Etching Applied Wax Art Batik Artist's Choice Beaded or Jeweled Carving Diorama Decoupage Hand Painted Intricately Cut Mechanical Miniature Mixed Media Novelty Paper Sculpture Pysanky- Diaspora Pysanky- Folk Scratch Carving REQUIRED for Pysanky- Diaspora Describe Your Egg : Techniques Used, Special Features, Symbols, etc. to improve your scores in each category. All figurines, props etc., must be disclosed if they are the artist's work or commercial . NOTE: Diaspora Pysanky must include a full description of the symbols. Photo Submission Area Please read the photo requirements carefully so as to not have your form rejected. Submit the JPEG images as specified: You are required to submit a minimum of 6 photos as outlined below. If the egg opens, an image of the inside must be added and labelled ‘inside’. If the egg has mechanical movement, a video no longer than 10 seconds in length will be required. TOTAL MB allowed per application is 25MB. a. Name the images as follows: Front, Back, Left Side, Right Side, Top and Bottom. b. Photos must not be labelled with a name or show a name. c. The background must be plain white or plain black without glare. d. Take the pictures at eye level for the front, back and sides. Required Upload Front of Egg Photo Required Upload Right Side of Egg Photo Optional View Upload One Other View Required Upload Back of Egg Photo Required Upload Top of Egg Photo Optional View #2 Upload One Other View Required Upload Left Side of Egg Photo Required Upload Bottom of Egg Photo Video- MECHANICAL OR LIGHTED ONLY Upload 10 second or less Video Upload supported file (Max 15MB) PYSANKY - FOLK AND PYSANKY- DIASPORA ONLY Upload copy of original symbols or folk pysanky egg you are replicating Important to Note: All fields marked with an asterisk * are required for the application to be accepted. Make sure to check for completeness. If you have problems or questions, please contact us. Make sure to wait until you see "Your application has been received. Thank you." before leaving the screen as you will lose your information. Upload times vary. Watch for an email for further instructions and information. By submitting this application, you confirm that all the work was carried out by you personally and that the egg is your original design. You also agree to allow EAI to use submitted photos for the website, EAI social media sites and any publications. You may opt out of having your name published with the photos by checking the box below. I give EAI permission to use my name on the website and it's social media sites. * Wymagane Yes No Submit Application Your application has been received. Thank you.

Free eggshell art patterns and designs for all to enjoy. Check back as we are adding new designs to our growing library! You need to become a member to access more patterns, so join now! It's free! Free Patterns & Designs Click on the picture to go directly to the document. If you want access to hundreds of free patterns become a member. If you have a special design that you would like to donate, please contact us . Beaded Rose Basket By Joan Huff Rhomus Stripes by Helmut Meister Windmill Division Tutorial By Susan Jones Sand Painting Tutorial by Jean Jensen Pysanky Pattern-Surfin'Safari by Susan Jones Pysanky Poppy Tutorial Beginner tutorial by Mia Morsack Sohn "Pattern Design" Book "Pattern Design". This is an unbelievable 358-page pattern book by Lewis Day from 1933. *** First 6 pages are blank on download. A Touch of Spring Faberge Style pattern by Joan Huff 1987 Delta Rose Pattern Faberge Style pattern by B. Rich Variation on 40 triangles Pysanky instruction document by Jennifer E Kwong Lacy Butterfly- NEW Pattern by Joan Huff "Briar Rose" Relief carving by Lorna Winchy Beginner relief carving pattern and instruction. Angel Fish Emu Carving by Lorna Winch Step by Step process to carve this angel fish "Spring Bouquet" by Linda Martin Learn embroidery techniques for making this pretty egg Pink Pearls ornament Beginner ornament by Dani Fausek Cotton Candy Carousel Advanced mechanical design by Susan Byrd "Under the Sea" Advanced pattern by unknown artist. Turkish Lamp Egg Susan Jones Christmas Greetings Pattern by Linda Martin Double Deckers Trypillian An amalgam of Trypillian designs by Susan Jones Crossed Woven Bands Ikuko Sekine design, Susan Jones author of handout Soap Dispenser A carved ostrich egg pattern to make a soap dispenser by Maureen Williams Pysanky Pinwheel Pattern How to make a pinwheel pattern. Russian Nesting Dolls Pattern by Linda Martin "Heart Eggs" Heart shaped egg pattern by Maureen Williams "Time Out For Dancing" A pattern for using foil prints from Aussie Eggshell Carvers "On Gossamer Wings" Pattern by Joan Huff for the more advanced artist. "Spring Basket" "Spring Basket" pattern by Joan Huff. Double Triqueta Prequel Ikuko Sekine, handout by Susan Jones Double Triqueta Ikuko Sekine, handout by Susan Jones Folkart Eggs- Straw Applique Learn how to make straw applique eggs. This technique is the 4th oldest known method of folk art eggery. Folkart Eggs- Czechoslovak Kraslice Scratch-Carve Scratched "Kraslice" is the third oldest of the ancient folk art methods of egg art. Learn this interesting technique. Folkart Eggs-"Slovak Folk Painting" Read about Slovak Folk Painting. Folkart Eggs- "Moravian Eggs" Learn about this technique which is one of the forerunners of Pysanky. Butterflies are Free Advanced Pattern by Sally LeVan called "Butterflies are Free". Learn how to make doors of egg open with a pully type mechanism. "St. Nicolas" How to lengthen an egg so a figurine will fit. This intermediate pattern by Sally LeVan demonstrates the technique in "St. Nicolas". "Bleeding Heart" Advanced pattern by Joan Huff. "Fantasia" Advanced pattern from Joan Huff. Folkart Eggs "Waxed Meditation Egg" Learn about waxed meditation eggs. Folkart Eggs "Hungarian Eggs" Learn how to make Hungarian folkart eggs. Show More