Jean-short-for-Eugenia, a retired nurse, came to be with the grade three classes yesterday and left me, both fascinated, and in awe of her passion for eggs and her organization as a workshop presenter. The class was informative, seamless and so much fun!
This is something that Jean has always enjoyed doing with her husband, Al. Her eyes lit up as she mentioned him and their shared love for Eggs-Quisites. They’ve been going out into schools and organizations to share their experience with different aged children and adults for almost thirty years. When they come out to your school, they supply dyes, books, wax and amazing exemplars of this traditional craft. They even manufacture their own kistky! After a fascinating history of Pysanky, Jean shared a hands on adventure through the application of beeswax in preparation for six different dye baths.
I enjoyed the stories that Jean shared with us and the children adored her. Such a gentle and truly lovely person! Thank you, Jean!
