Bronze Award < Back Zuzana Konigova, Czech Rep. October 9, 2023 Bronze Award CATEGORY: Intricately Cut PATHWAY: Accelerated TYPE OF EGGS: Ostrich and Goose Mother's love A mother Is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take. - Cardinal Mermillod- Ostrich egg protects the goose one like the mother protects her baby in her arms. The mother's hug can be a very strong medicine for a lot of childrens pains.... I am very grateful that i still have my mom WHO Is Always prepared to give me support hand, when i need it. Thank you mom... Both eggs Are sculpted with high-speed drill with carbide burs. For decoration Is used hot White wax, gold ribbon And Swarovski elements. Base Is made from the rest parts of ostrich egg. Previous Next

< Back Paul Ervin, M.H.A. EAI Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer Hello, I joined Egg Art International in 2023 as their Financial Advisor. My goal was to obtain the organizations 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. This was completed successfully in 2025. I am committed to making sure that Egg Art International will have a strong financial base so that we can always offer free membership.

We wish to thank all those have donated to Egg Art International. Honoring Our Generous Donors Your kindness helps preserve, promote and teach egg art for future generations around the world. Thank you for being an important part of the EAI community. DONOR HONOR ROLE Lorrie Popow Paul Ervin Anikó Bencsik Keith Wright on behalf of Anne Nicholson Riley Joe Kish on behalf of his father Frank Kish Joan Rothermel Rhonda Sullivan Jeanne Howse Victoria Azizkhan Geri Williamson Frances Jane Longley Lane Ream and Bev Harder Gary and Wanda Gunn Charlene Ervin Kathy Hamilton Michael Lopez Linda Martin Thank You Your generosity ensures that egg art continues to inspire and thrive for generations to come.

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 $ 29.99 29.99$ One Month Unlimited Access to 287 Patterns Valid for one month Buy Now 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 $ 299.99 299.99$ One-time fee for unlimited lifetime access to 287 patterns for less than $1 per pattern Buy Now 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!

Our popular fundraising magazine. Meet the talented artists and see their beautiful egg art creations. The "Amazing Eggs" Magazine Discover the creativity and talent of our featured artists in our fundraising magazine, "Amazing Eggs". This stunning 48-page full-color publication showcases the winners of our Facebook Group Egg Art International Gallery's "Eggs of the Month" contest. By purchasing a hardcopy or downloading the PDF, you'll be supporting our non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and its mission. Join us in celebrating art and making a difference! PRE- PURCHASE NOW BUY PDF NOW BUY PDF NOW BUY PDF NOW

MAP judging criteria evaluates creativity,originality,composition,design,technique,craftsmanship,presentation,difficulty and overall impression using photo submission, in-person, or mail in judging. The score sheet is included on this page. Master Artisan Pathway- "MAP" Judging Criteria and Score Sheet Updated 3-23-2026 There are certain criteria that should be met with regard to each separate category which may not necessarily apply to all, and these are specified under each section. However, the following general points will be taken into consideration when judging. These have been based on looking at assessments of different artistic/creative disciplines and the MAP applicant should endeavor to acknowledge and build upon these as they progress through the Master Artisan Pathway. I. THE JUDGES All judges received redacted applications so to eliminate any potential bias. While acknowledging that not everyone will have a working knowledge of all techniques, we are determined that judging will be fair, and as a result, judging will be carried out by artists who are proficient in egg art themselves with experience in various fields within egg art. Where the judges recognize their own lack of expertise, they will call in an additional judge who is deemed to be an expert in that particular field. That judge would also be more capable of giving constructive criticism and encouragement to applicants. We are attempting to provide judges in different countries over time so that the responsibility is shared. II. CRITERIA A. Creativity and Originality -Judges are aware of the work of many different egg artists, so copies of the work of others would not be acceptable. (See the declaration required on the application form). Make sure to describe any unique ideas in the description area of the form. B. Composition and Design -The arrangement of visual elements in an artwork, putting together your skills and knowledge of materials to create a masterpiece. Understand the Principles and Elements of Design (Line, composition, space, movement, balance, emphasis, pattern, unity, color, contrast, rhythm, texture, value, form). Does the design flow through the entire piece? The entry should be capable of being viewed as a whole, not just as an egg with additions. Check that no one element can be seen as being out of place. Do the components used create a well-balanced design by using appropriately sized embellishments? C. Technique -Probably the most obvious points, however attention should be paid to the execution of any technique used, any application of additional materials, correct alignment of the various components used in the design. The judges will be able to spot poor cutwork, paint finish, glue seepage, areas missing dyes etc., so make sure that the very basic mistakes are not made. D. Craftmanship and Presentation - Show the judges that some effort has been put into the work, not that you have just used what you have immediately available. E. Difficulty -The degree of difficulty in art is assessed by evaluating technical mastery, complexity of composition, material handling, and the conceptual effort required for execution. High difficulty works often showcase refined skills, precise execution (e.g., brushwork, perspective), and successful management of challenging mediums. Key factors in assessing difficulty include: 1. Technical Mastery: Precision, skill in handling specific materials (e.g., watercolor, stone), and confidence in lines or strokes. 2. Complexity of Composition: The arrangement of elements, use of space, and integration of complex subjects. 3. Conceptual Depth: The originality of the idea and the persistence in developing it. 4. Execution and Risk: The successful execution of demanding techniques or high-risk techniques. F. Context/Description -Make sure to fill out the description on the form with as much information as possible. Describe unique ideas, methods used, any specific significance/symbolism of the entry. A thorough description will perhaps help you score higher in the creativity/originality section. III. SCORING The scoring system is based on a 100-point scale. The judge scores each category on a scale of 1-5. This is called the Raw Score. Each raw category score is than converted, based on the percent weighting, to a weighted score. You can read the Judge's Score Sheet below in order to see how much weighting is given to each category. We attempt to have at least 2-3 judges score the entries. The weighted scores from all judges are added together and divided by the number of judges to get the artists final score which will determine the level (bronze, silver or gold) awarded. POINTS NEEDED FOR AWARDS Bronze Level Award requires a score of 70 points. Silver Level Award requires a score of 80 points. Gold level Award requires a score of 90 points. IV. SCORING SHEETS JUDGES SCORING SHEET- GENERAL IS USED FOR THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: ACID ETCHING, APPLIED WAX, ARTIST'S CHOICE (INCLUDES FABERGE INSPIRED), BEADED/JEWELED, CARVED, DECOUPAGE, DIORAMA, HAND PAINTED/ DRAWN, INTRICATELY CUT, MECHANICAL, MINIATURE, MIXED/OTHER MEDIA, NOVELTY, PAPER SCULPTURE, SCRATCH CARVING ENGLISH.pdf ESPAÑOL.pdf FRANÇAIS.pdf DEUTSCH.pdf MAGYAR.pdf ROMÂNĂ.pdf POLSKI.pdf SLOVENČINA.pdf УКРАЇНСЬКА.pdf JUDGES SCORING SHEET- PYSANKY DIASPORA ENGLISH.pdf ESPAÑOL.pdf FRANÇAIS.pdf DEUTSCH.pdf MAGYAR.pdf POLSKI.pdf ROMÂNĂ.pdf УКРАЇНСЬКА.pdf SLOVENČINA.pdf ESPAÑOL.pdf FRANÇAIS.pdf DEUTSCH.pdf MAGYAR.pdf POLSKI.pdf ROMÂNĂ.pdf УКРАЇНСЬКА.pdf SLOVENČINA.pdf ENGLISH.pdf JUDGES SCORING SHEET- ART BATIK

A fun new page for children to learn egg decorating/egg art/eggshell art. It was just started and we will be adding more fun things to do. THE KID'S KORNER Character Eggs Download the tutorial for this fun set of eggs! Common Things to Dye Eggs Use vegetables or spices to make colored eggs. Whimsical Angel by Fran Higgins Fun and easy egg pattern How to Empty an Egg Free Video Video link on how to empty an egg for art projects Robin Hood and Co. Free Video This video by Linda Martin is for children to watch and learn how to make three adorable little characters using duck eggs. Have fun! Egg Art for Kids Book Great book by Linda Martin for only $ 6.38

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Sign up to become a member and receive the following benefits. All members will recieve a coupon code that can be used for discounts on RED STAR suppliers listed on the website. You will receive emails with special offers, newsletters, patterns and more.There are many benefits so check it out.Best of all it is free! Become a Member and Membership Benefits Become a Member PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU HAVE EVER RECEIVED AN EMAIL FROM US OR SUBMITTED A FORM YOUR EMAIL IS IN THE SYSTEM ALREADY, JUST LOGIN above. YOU MAY NEED TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD IF FORGOTTEN. If you try to submit the membership form you will likely receive a warning "a member with this email already exists........ Just go to the Log In bar located at the upper right and click "Forgot Password". Feel free to Contact us if you have any problems and we will help you. Member's Benefits 2026 Supplier Discounts - Use discount coupon code ______ where you see the RED STAR . There are several SUPPLIERS who offer this discount. This discount code will be supplied to you once you are approved. Sell Your Egg Art. Members receive a 5% discount off the listing fees. Quarterly E- Newsletter. You may also receive emails with special offers, announcements, news and patterns. Master Artisan Pathway (MAP). Participate in this program of assessment, learning and acknowledgement that allows for more artistic freedom and access worldwide. This program leads to the ultimate certification as a Master Artisan. Promote your work. You will be able to receive special promotion thru the "Egg of the Month" program. This is a program thru our Facebook Gallery group called " Egg Art International Gallery". The most liked eggs each month will receive a certificate, promotion thru the blog, Pinterest, and Instagram. These eggs will also be placed on our website gallery. At the end of the year, these eggs may be featured in our annual fundraising magazine called "Amazing Eggs of .........". Take a look at this magazine as it is beautiful! Engage with fellow egg artists. Stay Informed- You will be notified of all important matters regarding the organization and have the ability to weigh in on such matters. Become a Red Star Supplier. Teach - list yourself as a teacher Access to the Member Only areas. Don't forget to go to the LOGIN bar at the top of the HOME PAGE. Free Patterns and Helpful Hints BEST OF ALL IT'S FREE! We NEVER sell or give out your information. We do not text you offers etc.

There are now three international magazines for egg art/egg decorating/eggery enthusiasts. "Amazing Eggs of ......", "The Art of the Egg Shell" and "Beyond the Hatchery". Current Egg Art Magazines in Print Three amazing magazines are now available worldwide. All may be ordered as full color hard copies or PDF downloads. Just Click on the Photo or Name! Amazing Eggs Magazine Egg Art International is proud to present our annual fundraising magazines. Meet the artists and see their beautiful egg art in this 48-page full color magazine. These artists were selected from our Facebook group Egg Art International Gallery by winning our monthly "Eggs of the Month" contest. Egg Art International's mission is to promote all styles of egg artistry throughout the world and to raise the standards of the art form, encouraging artists to achieve their full potential. Through education, exhibitions and sharing information, we aim to increase public awareness of egg art and the artists involved. All proceeds from the sale of this magazine will be used solely to achieve these goals, so information remains available to everyone. Pre-Purchase Hard Copy Order PDF Now Order PDF Now Order PDF Now The Art of the Egg Shell The Art of the Egg Shell Magazine has everything you need to learn more about egg art or just to keep up to date and inspired with the latest trends. There are regular competitions and information is included about upcoming events. We always look at specific marking techniques, other areas of work which can inspire our egg art and anything which we think will be of interest. The Magazine is available by download or print. The Ten-Year retrospective is a 32-page FREE download ! Beyond the Hatchery Beyond the Hatchery : A Lifestyle Magazine for Egg Artists. It is new quarterly magazine for Egg Artists. You can subscribe to get quarterly news and entertainment from the egg artist community. Get a fresh look at a historic craft. Features include: The Roost: Studio Tours Innovators: New techniques Outside the Coop: Explore egg artists other creative Endeavors… The STASH: Business Advice and news Patterns for all Levels and more!

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 (Includes Fabergé 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. 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.

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