Written in Wax
Nebraska Stories
Air Date: 04/23/2026
Pysanky is a form of batik painting on eggs where layers of wax are applied in stages between dyes. Intricately decorated, the pysanky eggs often carry symbolism. The ancient practice originated in Ukraine and the oldest existing pysanky is a 500-year-old goose egg. Explore this traditional art form with artist Darla Novotny, who has practiced and taught it for years.
Producer
Hayden Hauge