Floral Bird Delight Painting Workshop - 11:30 am Session

Floral Bird Delight — Samchykivka Art Workshop (1.5 hours)

A gentle, colourful folk art experience — guided step by step with artist Anna Mykhalchuk.

What is Samchykivka?

Samchykivka is a Ukrainian decorative folk art style known for rhythmic ornament, bold colour, and symbolic motifs. In this workshop, we use Samchykivka elements to create a bird-and-floral composition that feels joyful and meaningful — even if you’ve never painted before.

What you’ll create

A bright bird + floral folk artwork with your own colour choices and small personal meaning.
You’ll learn how to:

• build a simple composition

• paint stylised leaves and blossoms

• add decorative details and contrast

• bring the bird to life with pattern and colour

Who it’s for

• Beginners and first-time painters

• Anyone craving a creative reset

• People who love folk art, colour, and pattern

• Adults wanting a relaxed, social experience

What’s included

• All materials (acrylic paints, brushes, palette, paper)

• Step-by-step guidance

• A finished artwork to take home

• A calm, welcoming creative space

Meaning of the motifs

In Ukrainian folk tradition, birds often symbolise joy, freedom, love, and the soul’s song. Flowers represent growth, renewal, and warmth. You’re invited to choose a simple intention for your piece — something you’d like to bring into your season.

Workshop flow

1. Welcome + short intro to Samchykivka motifs (10 min)

2. Guided composition sketch + layout (15 min)

3. Painting florals + leaves (30 min)

4. Painting the bird + decorative details (25 min)

5. Finishing touches + photo moment (10 min)