Name: Ukrainian Folk Art: Petrykiwka Painting – The Soul at the Tip of the Brush
Start: 2026-06-30T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-31T19:00:00+02:00
Location: vhs Erlangen

Colors that Carry Hope: Petrykiwka Painting in Erlangen

The exhibition Ukrainian Folk Art: Petrykiwka Painting – The Soul at the Tip of the Brush invites you to an artistic experience at the vhs Erlangen that combines decorative painting, cultural identity, and lived presence. The presentation showcases works by the artist Tetiana Liudvychenko from Brovary as well as pieces from her workshops. Petrykiwka painting is considered a traditional Ukrainian art form and was recognized as intangible UNESCO cultural heritage in 2013. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/480-C-26S302001))

The Language of Floral Ornaments

Vivid colors, curved lines, and plant motifs characterize this form of decorative painting. In its effect, Petrykiwka unfolds between folk art, ornament, and finely controlled gesture. The visual language reminds us how strongly cultural expressions can preserve identity when passed down through generations. ([ich.unesco.org](https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/petrykivka-decorative-painting-as-a-phenomenon-of-the-ukrainian-ornamental-folk-art-00893?utm_source=openai))

Tetiana Liudvychenko and the Transmission of a Tradition

Tetiana Liudvychenko, born in 1960 in Berdyansk, graduated from the art school in Berdyansk and the National University of Technology and Design in Kyiv, where she studied the theory and practice of art therapy. The vhs Erlangen describes her as an artist from the solidarity city of Brovary; there she leads a painting circle for Petrykiwka painting. Thus, the exhibition becomes not only a viewing of works but also an encounter with vibrant artistic practice. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/dozierende/tetiana-liudvychenko-480-L-8571?utm_source=openai))

A Cultural Bridge

The exhibition is anchored in Erlangen as part of the cultural exchange with Brovary and is presented in cooperation with the Office for Equality and Diversity / International Relations and the volunteer initiative Spilnota. Especially in light of the war, this art takes on special significance: it preserves tradition, creates visibility, and opens a space for encounter, education, and aesthetic experience. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/480-C-26S302001))

Location, Time, and Exhibition Atmosphere

The presentation takes place at the vhs Erlangen at Friedrichstraße 19-21. According to the exhibition page, participation is free, and registration is not required. The exhibition period runs from June 8, 2026, to July 31, 2026; the event listed here is scheduled for June 30, 2026. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/480-C-26S302001))

Accessibility and Visit

The vhs Erlangen provides information about accessibility on its website, including details about barrier-free access and support services. This creates an open environment for visitors, making cultural education easily accessible. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/services/barrierefreiheit?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: This exhibition connects color-intensive folk art with art historical depth and current cultural relevance. Anyone interested in painting, ornamentation, Ukrainian culture, and vibrant educational work will experience an exhibition that resonates long after. A visit is worthwhile for all who want to not only see art but experience it in all its cultural resonance. ([vhs-erlangen.de](https://www.vhs-erlangen.de/p/480-C-26S302001))