Team Members Dr. Leslie Lisdell Founder, EAI President, Web Designer Physician, Egg Artist, EAI Web Designer Read More Kathy Hamilton Co- Founder, Director -US Relations Owner of the Eggery Place,Egg Artist, Supplier, Past President of the IEAG Read More Theresa Ashmore MAP Judge- Retired Egg Artist Read More Dani Fausek Marketing, MAP judge Egg Artist, Magazine Editor, Supplier Read More Dr. Juan Pablo Polgatiz Benavides EAI Representative for Chile, MAP Judge Egg Artist/Dentist Read More Fran Higgins MAP Director Egg Artist, Pres. Houston Egg Art Guild Read More Ingrid Wiese EAI Representative for Germany Founder of Thükop e.V. association Read More Jovica Mirosavic EAI Representative for Serbia Egg Artist, Innovator Read More Karen Hanlon, M.S. EAI Representative for Canada, MAP Judge Egg Artist , College Professor Read More Konomi Kashiwaya EAI Representative for Japan, MAP Judge Master Egg Artist in Beads/Diorama/Painting/Fancy Cut Read More Mark Malachowski MAP Judge Egg Artist, Hosts Pysanky on the River Read More Pauline George MAP Judge, UK Egg Artist Read More Isabelle Franconie EAI Representative for France Egg Artist Read More Raquel Utrera EAI Representative for Argentina Artist Read More Linda Martin Co-Founder, EAI Secretary, Director of International Relations, EAI Representative for the UK Owner Linda Martin Egg Designs,Egg Artist, Supplier, Magazine Editor Read More Beth McPherson EAI Representative for New Zealand Egg Artist, Business owner Read More Candice Fava EAI Representative for Malta Egg Artist Read More Diane Steinbach Zoom Coordinator Egg Artist, Magazine Editor,Supplier Read More Fran Atkins Show Reporter Egg Artist, Supplier Read More Hajnalka Aszalos EAI Representative for Hungary, MAP Judge Egg Artist, Business owner Read More Jeann Howse MAP Judge Egg Artist, Past President of the IEAG Read More Justyna Golen EAI Representative for Poland, MAP Judge Egg Artist Read More Karin Whiting EAI Representative for New Zealand Egg Artist Read More Kyung ah Kim EAI Representative for S. Korea Master Egg Artist Read More Paul Ervin, M.H.A. EAI Chief Financial Officer Hospital CEO/CFO, Ranch owner Read More Shihori Kato Advisor Grand Master Egg Artist Read More Florin Bejinari EAI Representative for Romania Artist Read More

< Back Raquel Utrera EAI Representative for Argentina Since approximately 2013, I have begun to study and know this art about natural eggshells, knowing its origin and the various techniques, in addition to its origins in the world; I have my atelier in the city of Cordoba, province of Cordoba in Argentina. I managed to train in some decoration and cutting techniques with people who had already been working in this technique, but I am largely self-taught, I make many of my own designs, although I am inspired by the precision, details and delicacy of the works of the goldsmith Karl Fabergé. I use quail, chicken, goose, rhea, emu and ostrich shells in my works with a careful selection, seeking to adapt the design to the texture, shape and size of the shell. I always try to show the perfection of a shell, its capacity to house a life and the immensity of the unknown in its transformation. I have held several exhibitions, demonstrations, didactic talks and workshops for children in various cities of my country in order to show and disseminate this special art.

Discover the Master Artisan pathway (MAP), Egg Art International's egg art certification program featuring professional judging, artist education and internationally recognized awards. Master Artisan Pathway (MAP): Egg Art Certification Program The Master Artisan Pathway (MAP ) is Egg Art International's premier egg art certification program , created to encourage artistic growth through education, professional assessment, and recognition. Open to artists of all experience levels, MAP provides a structured pathway for developing skills, receiving expert feedback, and earning internationally recognized certification in the art of decorated eggs. What Is the Master Artisan Pathway (MAP)? Whether you specialize in pysanky , carving, engraving, painting, sculpting, or any other style of egg art , the Master Artisan Pathway offers an opportunity to have your work evaluated by experienced judges. Each entry is assessed by two or more judges who provide constructive feedback designed to help artists improve their techniques and advance their artistic abilities. Based on the scores awarded by two or more judges, artists may earn the following certifications: Bronze Certificate – Advanced Beginner (70–79 points) Silver Certificate – Intermediate Level (80–89 points) Gold Certificate – Advanced Level (90–100 points) The maximum possible score is 100 points. Earn the Title of Master Artisan Earning a Gold Certificate recognizes an artist as an Advanced Level Artisan . Artists who continue to demonstrate excellence may achieve even higher distinctions: Master Artisan - Awarded after earning five Gold Certificates in any combination of the same or different styles. Supreme Master Artisan – Awarded after earning eight Gold Certificates in any combination of the same or different styles. These prestigious titles celebrate consistent artistic excellence, technical mastery, and dedication to the art of decorated eggs. Examples of the Bronze, Silver, Gold, Master Artisan, and Supreme Master Artisan certificates are shown below. Mission of the Master Artisan Pathway (MAP) The mission of the Master Artisan Pathway (MAP) is to elevate the art of egg decorating by promoting excellence through education, professional assessment, and recognition. MAP encourages artists to continually develop their skills while preserving and advancing the artistry of decorated eggs. Benefits of MAP The Master Artisan Pathway provides artists with the opportunity to refine their skills through constructive evaluations by experienced judges. Each assessment offers valuable feedback designed to help participants improve their techniques, strengthen their artistry, and achieve their full creative potential. MAP certification is a respected credential that can enhance your professional reputation as an egg artist, instructor, or exhibitor. Whether you teach, sell your work, or participate in exhibitions, your certification demonstrates a recognized level of artistic achievement and may be displayed with your artwork, included in your résumé, or featured in your professional portfolio. Designed to support artists at every stage of their journey, MAP is a forward-looking program that recognizes and celebrates excellence across all styles of egg art . How to Apply Most MAP entries are evaluated through photographic submissions , a widely accepted method of assessment. To ensure your work can be judged accurately, please read the Photo Submission Guidelines before submitting your application. Some entries may require in-person assessment due to the techniques used or the difficulty of capturing important details in photographs. Even when in-person judging is required, photographs must still accompany the application. To apply: Complete the online application form (one form per entry ). Submit a minimum of six photographs of your entry labeled: Front Back Left Side Right Side Top Bottom You may also include additional photographs showing the interior or other significant details. Remove or conceal all identifying information. Your name must not appear on any photograph, and any signature on the egg should be covered before photographing. If you are unsure which category best fits your entry or have any questions about the application process, please contact us before submitting. Once a complete application has been received, our goal is to provide the assessment results within 29 days or less . Applications that do not meet the submission requirements will be returned with a request for resubmission. Disqualifications An entry or artist may be disqualified from the Master Artisan Pathway for any of the following reasons: The entry is not created on a real eggshell . The egg was produced from a seminar project or instructional kit. The design is copied from or created by another artist. The artwork contains vulgar or sexually explicit content. The artwork depicts violence of any kind. The artist engages in unprofessional conduct, including demeaning, bullying, or harassing behavior toward other artists or their work. Other Important Information To help ensure a fair and impartial assessment, we strongly recommend that you do not share your MAP entry on social media or other public platforms before it has been judged . Maintaining confidentiality helps prevent unintended bias, and judges who recognize an entry will recuse themselves from evaluating it. We also encourage artists to submit recently completed work . Entries created more than five years prior to submission are discouraged, as natural aging and deterioration of materials may affect the assessment, and newer work provides greater educational value for both the artist and the judging process. Preparing Images for MAP Judging Please read these instructions carefully. Entries that do not meet the image submission requirements may be returned for resubmission. Introduction Preparing images for digital judging differs from preparing images for printing. Following these guidelines will help ensure your artwork is presented accurately and can be evaluated fairly. If you photograph your entry in JPEG (.jpg) format, always keep an unedited copy of the original image. Each time a JPEG image is edited and saved, a small amount of image quality is lost due to file compression. To preserve the highest possible quality, save your original photographs in a separate folder or on another storage device and create your submission images from those originals. Image Submission Requirements The following requirements are mandatory for all MAP submissions. 1. Image Quality Sharpen your images if desired and if your editing software supports it. Save all images in JPEG (.jpg) format. Each image must be 2 MB or less . The total upload size for one application must not exceed 25 MB . 2. Required Photographs A minimum of six photographs is required, showing the following views: Front Back Left Side Right Side Top Bottom You may also include up to two optional photographs. We recommend including one additional image with a different background, as this image may be used in the MAP Gallery on the website. If your egg opens, include a photograph of the interior labeled Inside. If your entry includes mechanical movement, submit a video no longer than 10 seconds. 3. File Naming Name your image files exactly as follows: Front Back Left Side Right Side Top Bottom If applicable, label the interior image Inside. 4. Identification Do not include your name in any file name. Do not allow your name or signature to appear in any photograph. 5. Background Use a plain whit e or plain black background. Avoid glare and distracting reflections. Do not digitally remove or replace the background. 6. Camera Angles For consistent judging, photograph your entry from the following viewpoints: Front, Back, Left Side, and Right Side : Photograph at eye level with the center of the egg. Top : Photograph directly above the egg, looking straight down. Bottom : Photograph the underside of the artwork. You may need to carefully lift or support the piece to capture this view. Other Helpful Tips for photographing artwork for digital submissions. Rev. 2-20-2025. Please note revisions will occur periodically. Egg Art is a changing art with new materials, styles, equipment etc. We reserve the right to update as needed to improve the program or reflect these changes. Always read thru all the information before submitting an egg to ensure you are in compliance with any changes. Other Tips for the perfect photo

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Brigitte has been working to improve her skills in the Master Artisan Pathway. She now has accomplished another MAP award!