Gallery of Egg Art From our very popular Facebook Group called Egg Art International Gallery ! New Egg Art to see every month from our Facebook group Egg Art International Gallery "Most Liked Eggs" monthly contest as well as Master Artisan Pathway award recipients. Just click on the pictures below for an up-close look at these eg gs. They are amazin g! Yuliya Goloida, Winner of November's "Most Liked Eggs of the Month" Justyna Goleń, Winner of November's "Most Liked Eggs of the Month" Luba Kapeluch, Winner of November's "Most Liked Eggs of the Month" Agnieszka Śniegocka, November's "Founder's Favorite Egg" Glenis Thomas, Winner of November's "Most Liked Faberge Style Egg" Glenis Thomas, Winner of November's "Most Liked Decoupage Egg" Marzena Zarawska, Winner of November's "Most Liked Scratch Egg" Marlien Brouns-Luijten, Winner of November's "Most Liked Mixed Media Egg" Galina Tudai, Winner of November's "Most Liked Acid Etched Egg" Ildikó Fekete, Winner of November's "Most Liked Art Batik Egg" Justyna Goleń, Winner of November's "Most Liked Intricately Carved Egg" Monia Rękodzieło, Winner of November's "Most Liked Hand Painted Egg" Elena Torac, Winner November's "Most Liked Applied Wax Egg" Juan Pablo Polgatiz Benavides, Winner of November's Most Liked Diorama Egg" Aleksandra Izabella, Winner of November's Most Liked Carved Egg" Victorian Egg Decorators' Guild , Winner of November's "Most Liked Beaded Egg" Linda Martin, Winner of November's "Most Liked Novelty Egg" Leslie Lisdell, Winner of November's "Most Liked Mini Egg" Luba Kapeluch, Winner of October's "Most Liked Eggs" Elena Torac, Winner of October's "Most Liked Eggs" Катерина Кримковська, Winner of October's "Most Liked Eggs" Brad Foucher, Winner of October's "Founder's Favorite Egg" Leslie Lisdell, Winner of October's "Most LIked Mini Egg" Aleksandra Izabela, Winner of October's "Most Liked Carved Egg" Sandra Williams, Winner of October's "Most Liked Diorama Egg" Load More

Guilds and Clubs USA, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Australia Victorian Egg Decorators' Guild Inc. Bi-Monthly Meetings in Ashburton, VIC, Australia Arkansas Egg Art Guild email llisdell@yahoo.com for more information Egg Artistry Guild of Australia LLC Meetings on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Contact Susan Birg for details at birgsusan@yahoo.com.au California Tri-County Egg Artists Christchurch, NZ Egg Artistry Club Sydenham Community Centre, Contact Beth McPherson email tacbeth@hotmail.com Egg Art Guild of Georgia Hounslow Egg Art Club, UK Workshop/Seminars: Hounslow Youth Centre, For more information contact Pat Carter on 07590761091. or by email at p.carter@hotmail.com Houston Egg Art Guild New England Egg Art Guild Ohio Egg Artists Guild Egg Artists of Puget Sound Egg Artists Guild of Washington

Master Artisan Pathway- "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. 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). Examples of acid etched eggs from the collection of Helmut Meister.See below. 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. ARTIST’S CHOICE 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. Artist: Helmut Meister and Viorel Pascar CARVING 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 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 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. Artist: Haromi Baloy 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/ BATIK The techniques of pysanky/batik are the main focus of the design. This will incorporate traditional styles of work as well as more modern interpretations. Attention will be paid to the use of color, balance of the design, good use of color and even dyeing where appropriate. 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.

Master Artisan Pathway- "MAP" Judging Criteria and Score Sheet 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. 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. 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. 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? 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. 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. Difficulty -Although the egg size is not the absolute determination of the degree of difficulty, it is important in several categories such as acid etching, applied wax, beaded/jeweled, carving, decoupage, hand painted, intricately cut, paper sculpture and pysanky/batik. 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. Criteria 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. Master Artisan Pathway "MAP" Judge's Score Sheet Creativity and Originality 15% 5- Artwork includes at least 3 unique ideas with creative execution of ideas. 4- Artwork includes at least 2 unique ideas and an exploration of multiple ideas 3- Artwork includes at least one unique idea. 2- Artwork shows an idea but lacks originality of idea or technique 1- Artwork shows no evidence of creativity or originality Composition and Design 20% 5- Artwork exhibits masterful execution of the Principles and Elements of Design (Line, composition, space, movement, balance, emphasis, pattern, unity, color, contrast, rhythm, texture, value, form) 4 - Artwork exhibits good composition and design elements 3- Composition demonstrates limited knowledge of the Principles of Elements of Design 2- Ideas are expressed with no unity in composition 1- Art exhibits lack of planning in the design and composition Technique 20% 5- Work exhibits mastery of materials, techniques, and skill 4- Work exhibits some level of understanding in use of materials, techniques, and skill 3- Work exhibits appropriate use of materials and skills with no errors 2- Work exhibits the use of materials or skills with few errors 1- Wo rk exhibits critical errors in the use of materials or skills specific to the task Craftsmanship and Presentation 20% 5- Artwork is completed with substantial evidence of effort, finishing touches, good presentation, and craftsmanship 4- Artwork is complete with good effort, displaying craftsmanship and meeting requirements 3- Artwork is completed with minimal effort, little craftsmanship and few finishing touches 2- Artwork is completed with minimal effort and carelessly lacking in neatness 1- Artwork is incomplete Degree of Difficulty 20% 5- Very Difficult and time consuming 4- Above average difficulty 3- Average difficulty 2- Easy 1- Extremely Easy Overall Impression 5% 5- Extremely Impressive 4- Above Average 3- Good 2- Fair 1- Poor Rev.08052023

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Master Artisan Pathway- "MAP" Important Notice : The MAP team had their semi-annual meeting, and a few updates were made to the program. There will no longer be two different pathways (accelerated and traditional). All entries will simply be judged using the same scale as always. Also, the Master Artisan and Supreme Master Artisan has been simplified. These updates are reflected below and will be effective April 1, 2024. WHAT IS MAP AND HOW TO BECOME A MASTER ARTISAN THRU THIS PROGRAM MAP is a program of assessment, education and acknowledgement (certification) which any member of EGG ART INTERNATIONAL can participate. All styles and levels of skill are encouraged to apply. The artist will have their work assessed and receive constructive criticism from our judges. Based on the scores/points received by two or more judges, the artist may receive a BRONZE (Advanced B eginner) certificate, SILVER (Intermediate Level) certificate or GOLD (Advanced Level) certificate. The minimum score to obtain the following certificates are as follows: BRONZE -70 points, SILVER- 80 points, GOLD-90 points. The maximum score is 100 points. By obtaining a GOLD certificate you will be allowed to use the title "ADVANCED LEVEL ARTISAN ". Further achievements will be acknowledged by awarding the title "MASTER ARTISAN" after receiving six ‘GOLD’ level certificates in any combination of the same or different styles. The ultimate title of "SUPREME MASTER ARTISAN" will be awarded after obtaining ten ‘gold’ level certificates in any combination of the same or different styles. MISSION OF THE MAP: The mission of the Master Artisan Pathway (MAP) is to raise the level of egg art to its highest form thru education, assessment and acknowledgement. BENEFITS OF THE MA P : MAP is a way of being able to get help in perfecting a technique by having your work looked at by experienced judges who are being selected to help you to achieve your full potential. MAP certification can be used as an aid to develop your career within egg art, either as a teacher or someone who sells their work to the public. A MAP certification can be displayed alongside your work or on your resumé giving added kudos to your status within the world of egg art. MAP is a forward-looking program which will encompass all styles of egg art. HOW TO APPLY Judging will take place, almost exclusively, through photographic submissions, a widely acknowledged method. It is essential that you read the photo submission criteria provided below. However, some eggs require ‘in person’ assessment due to technique or difficulty in providing a clear image. Photos will still be required for ‘in person’ judging. Complete the online application form (one form per individual entry) and include a minimum of six photos of your entry, labelled front, back, left side, right side, top and bottom (additional photos showing the interior or other details can also be included.). All names should be removed from the photos and any signature on the egg should be covered over. If you are unsure of the correct category to use or have any question, contact us. Once a complete entry has been submitted our policy is to have a response in 29 days or less. Please note if an entry is submitted without following the guidelines you will be asked to resubmit it. DISQUALIFICATIONS : Eggs or artists will be disqualified from the Master Artisan Pathway for the following reasons: Egg must be a real egg. The egg is from a seminar or instruction kit. The design is by another artist. Vulgar or lewd eggs Depiction of violence of any sort. Unprofessional, demeaning, bullying behavior towards other artists or their works. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION: We strongly recommend that you limit posting your MAP entry on social media before submitting as it may cause a bias towards your entry. We strive to maintain strict confidentiality and our judges will decline to judge if they have seen the egg before. Also, eggs more than 5 years old are discouraged from MAP participation due to deterioration in materials and diminishing educational benefits. PREPARATION OF IMAGES FOR MAP JUDGING-Please read carefully so your entry will not be rejected. A. Introduction: Preparation of images for digital competition is somewhat different to preparation for printing. See the Image Preparation steps required below. If you shoot in JPEG or start with a JPEG image (filename extension .jpg) to create an image for submittal, you should always start from the same original un-edited image to create that competition image. Every time you edit a JPEG image and store it, you lose detail because of the file compression that is executed during the file storage process your computer executes. Keep a copy of the original JPEG file in a safe place (another folder or hard disk) where it will not be altered as you edit the working copy for competition. B. Image Preparation: All items below are mandatory for images you submit. 1. Sharpen the images to taste if your image editing software supports sharpening and you wish to do so. 2. Save the images in JPEG format limiting file size to 2 MB and using the naming specified below. 3. Submit the JPEG images only 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 file 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. The top photo must be taken from above looking straight down. The bottom photo must show the bottom of the art work. You will need to hold the piece up in order to obtain this view. Read the below tips. Rev. 3-5-2024 .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. Tips for the Perfect Photo

Shows and Events 2025 Click on the links below for more information. If you have an event you would like to include here, please contact us with the name, dates, location and website or email. Ukranian EggCessories' Pysanky Retreat 2025, July 17-20,2025 in Toronto, Canada West Coast Pysanky Winter Playdate , February 17-21,2024 in San Jose, California

Helmut Meister Gallery of Decorated Eggs Explore all the different styles and colors Different Colors Natural Materials Used in Egg Art Tinamu Egg Art Paper Egg Art Wax Applied Egg Art Paper Cut

Gallery of Master Egg Art from the former IEAG program EAI would like to thank these amazing artists who set the standards for excellence for all future Master Artisans. Lorrie Popow, Master Etched Emu Egg Harumi Baloy, Master Bas Relief Egg, 2013 Shihori Kato, Master Relief carved Egg, 2007 Konomi Kashiwaya, Master Beaded Egg Lorrie Popow, Master Pysanky Egg Shihori Kato, Master Scratch Carved Egg, 2005 Kyung Ah Kim, Master Filigree Egg, 2007 Atsuko Murasawa, Master Sculptured Egg, 2006 Lorrie Popow, Master Decoupage Ostrich Egg, 2011 Pamela Gomp, Master Pysanky Egg, 2006 Harumi Baloy, Master Relief Egg, 2005 Atsuko Murasawa, Master Decoupage Egg, 2005 Konomi Kashigawa, Master Hand Painted Egg, 2010 Harumi Baloy, Master Filigree Egg, 2007 Konomi Kashigawa, Master Diorama Egg, 2012 Sue Duncan, Master Hand Painted Egg, 2005 Harumi Baloy, Master Beaded/Jeweled Egg, 2006 Satoko Kano, Master Carved Egg, 2006 Shihori Kato, Master Pysanky Egg, 2007 Linda Asbell, Master Beaded Egg, 2009 June Duncan, Master Decoupage Egg, 2009 Harumi Baloy, Master Relief Carved Egg Maria Avneri, Master Hand Painted Egg, 2012 Harumi Baloy, Master Etched Egg

Donate Today and Receive a Free "Faberge" Miniature Egg Egg Art International's mission is to promote all styles of egg artistry throughout the world. Through education, scholarships, exhibitions and promotion, we aim to increase public awareness of egg art. Your donations will be used solely to achieve these goals. Any amount is appreciated. AS A BONUS ​ When you donate $25.00 you receive an egg pendant of your choice (See below picture, bottom row) When you donate $75.00 you receive and egg pendant of your choice with diorama and jade stand (See below picture top row) Donate Now First name Last name Email Enter the amount you wish to donate: $ Which egg would you prefer Tsarevich Egg (Left, Blue) Coronation Egg ( Gold) Danish Palace Egg (Dark Pink) Pinecone Egg (Right, Blue) Donate Thank you for your donation! NOTE: In the early 2000's the Faberge Company manufactured many eggs in the style of the original Faberge Eggs. One style they produced were a series of miniature eggs. These eggs were made of 24K gold-plated sterling silver. Several years ago, I came upon several of these eggs that had been manufactured but had not had the final stamping and packaging completed. These eggs were kept in storage after the company was sold. I cannot guarantee these were manufactured by the Fabergé company, but they are identical to the ones I had collected for years. Leslie L.

Our Story On January 25, 2023, Egg Art Internationa l was founded by Dr. Leslie Lisdell and Co-Founders Linda Martin and Kathy Hamilton. Dr. Lisdell, a physician by trade, had collected egg (shell) art for many years and started her own exploration into this beautiful art form in 2016. She was joined by Linda Martin, owner of Linda Martin Egg Art Designs and Kathy Hamilton, owner of the Eggery Place , to make this idea a reality. Our goal is to create an international organization dedicated to promoting egg (shell) art thru outreach, education, scholarship and promotion. As part of this goal, Dr. Lisdell built this organization's website which is the world's largest and most comprehensive information and educational hub for all things pertaining to egg decorating or egg art. What is egg art? It is the art or craft of decorating eggs. Some people call it egg decorating and some call it egg art. Egg art is a form of creative self-expression that involves decorating eggs with various materials, techniques, and themes. The art of decorating eggs has evolved into something separate from religious rituals, proving to be a new form of creative expression. Artists today are taking the art of decorating eggs to the next level. There are so many different styles of egg art. More common styles include pysanky, batik, carving, Fabergé style, etching and more. It is amazing there are so many different ways to make an ordinary eggshell into an exquisite piece of art! ​ Our team has already made great progress and we have lots of exciting plans in the works. We are adding new content almost daily. Make sure to visit the Resources section where you will find suppliers, books, videos, show dates, teachers, helpful hints, patterns and more to make your own decorated eggs. From children to advanced artists there is something for everyone to enjoy and learn. ​ ​ ​ ​ Mission Vision The MISSION of our organization, Egg Art International , is to promote all types of egg art worldwide, raise the quality of the art to the highest level, and develop public interest in the art through education, exhibition, scholarships and sharing. We are committed to supporting all styles of egg artists regardless of their financial capability. As such, we do not charge for membership or the Master Artisan Pathway. We strive to make this website a source for all to learn and benefit from. Please consider donating today so that we may continue on this important mission. Our VISION at Egg Art International , is to bring awareness of all styles of egg art into current and future generations throughout the world. We seek to encourage new artists, young and old, thru education, fostering and promotion. We are currently setting up programs to introduce egg art into schools as well as other places. So many exciting things are being developed! Egg Art International , is committed to making sure your privacy is protected. We do not sell membership lists or emails and all information is strictly confidential.

Photo Galleries of Egg Art We now have four beautiful galleries for all to enjoy. Gallery of Egg Art- Our most popular gallery! Each month our Facebook group called Egg Art International Gallery conducts a contest which highlights the most liked eggs. These artists receive a certificate of recognition to proudly display as well as promotion on all our social media sites including Pinterest and Instagram. The winners are invited to participate in the yearly fundraising magazine called "Amazing Eggs of ____" . The honorable mentions and category winners may also be invited to participate as well. Check out all the new photos each month! Take me to this Gallery now! Helmut Meister Gallery of Egg Art Styles- See all the different styles of Egg Art! Mr. Meister has collected over 4000 eggs by artists all over the world. Enjoy and be inspired by all the different styles and colors of egg art in this amazing collection. Take me to this Gallery now! Gallery of Master Artisan Pathway "MAP" Recipients See the beautiful creations of the participants who have submitted their egg art to this vigorous program of education and excellence. Learn some of their techniques thru their descriptions and additional views of their egg art. Not only are the eggs beautiful, but it is an amazing place to learn and start your own pathway to becoming a Master Artisan! Take me to this Gallery now! Gallery of Master Egg Artists (IEAG Master Program) See the beautiful creations from the former IEAG program. These Master artists were both innovators and set the standard for excellence we all hope to aspire to. Many of the participant's photos were lost when the IEAG dissolved. If you were one of former participants and you would like to have your accomplishments appear on this gallery, please contact us. Take me to this Gallery now!