Is admission to the exhibition free?

Yes, the exhibition is free of charge.

Do I need to register in advance?

No, registration is not required.

Where is the exhibition taking place?

At vhs Erlangen, Friedrichstr. 19-21, 91054 Erlangen.

What is the best way to get there?

The location is about a 7-minute walk from the train station; there are also parking options in the parking garage Südliche Stadtmauerstraße and in the large parking lot.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

vhs Erlangen refers to its accessibility statement; the location is part of the municipal educational offer with corresponding accessibility indications.

What kind of art is the focus?

The focus is on Ukrainian Petrykiwka painting with floral motifs, vibrant colors, and decorative ornaments.

Radiant Petrykiwka Painting Brings Ukrainian Folk Art to Erlangen

Name: Ukrainian Folk Art: Petrykiwka Painting – The Soul at the Tip of the Brush
Start: 2026-06-23T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-31T19:00:00+02:00
Location: vhs Erlangen

Ukrainian Folk Art in Radiant Perfection: Petrykiwka Painting in Erlangen

The vhs Erlangen invites you to an exhibition that brings together vibrant folk art, cultural memory, and aesthetic precision. The focus is on Petrykiwka painting, a traditional Ukrainian decorative art form and since 2013 a part of the intangible UNESCO cultural heritage. Its floral ornaments, rhythmic lines, and radiant color chords create an exhibition atmosphere that resonates between craftsmanship, symbolism, and poetic imagery.

Color as the Language of the Soul

The works of artist Tetiana Liudvychenko show how lively folk art can be when it is not just preserved but carried forward. Petrykiwka painting thrives on a viewing experience that demands proximity: fine brush tips, flowing leaves, flowers, and bird motifs, composed with great ease and at the same time remarkable discipline. The decorative painting serves as a visual signature, where nature observation, cultural identity, and masterful technique are inseparably linked.

UNESCO Heritage and Cultural Education

Especially in the context of current social tensions, this exhibition gains special depth. It makes visible how art acts as a carrier of memory and self-affirmation. The presentation in Erlangen is not just an art experience but also a contribution to cultural education: it opens the view to Ukrainian folk art, its art-historical significance, and the role of creative practice in times of change.

A Place for Encounter and Attention

The exhibition was created in cooperation with the Office for Equality and Diversity / International Relations and the volunteer initiative Spilnota. This makes the format a place of exchange, where art education and intercultural understanding come together. Visitors experience not just images here, but an attitude: openness, dignity, and the power of a treasured motif legacy.

Practical Information for Your Visit

The exhibition is free of charge and accessible without registration. It takes place in the rooms of the vhs Erlangen on Friedrichstraße, easily reachable on foot, by bike, or by train. Those interested in painting, handicrafts, and international cultural history will find a coherent offer with high visuality and educational value.

Conclusion: This exhibition offers a rare opportunity to experience Petrykiwka painting in all its color intensity and symbolic power live. Anyone enthusiastic about folk art, Ukrainian culture, and inspiring exhibition formats should not miss this date in Erlangen.