Artist continues to inspire through workshops
- Feb 5
- 2 min read
By Diane Danen
Viktoriia Makarova, a Ukrainian artist and designer, recently took part in the Brush Off – 13th Edition at THEMUSEUM in downtown Kitchener on Saturday, Jan. 31.
The Brush Off is a live art competition where artists create paintings on the spot during timed rounds. Guests watch the creative process unfold, vote for their favourite pieces and participate in a silent auction, with proceeds supporting THEMUSEUM.
This year’s event featured 20 artists competing in three rounds in front of an enthusiastic audience. Makarova was a crowd favourite, earning a place among the top five artists at the event.
In addition to her professional work, Makarova plays an active role in the local community. She recently led a painting workshop, the second in a series of workshops being offered at the Ukrainian Guest House in New Hamburg. She also volunteers at the Hub’s Healing Art projects. Her artwork is currently on display at the Cultural Hub.
Community members are invited to attend the third workshop in the series, a Ukrainian Cooking Workshop, at the Grassroots Ukrainian Cultural Hub in New Hamburg on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 5-7 p.m.
This hands-on workshop will give participants the chance to learn how to make traditional Ukrainian holubtsi (stuffed cabbage rolls) from scratch. Olga Strasburger, a member of Grassroots Response, says participants can expect “the most delicious cabbage rolls in the world,” adding everyone is welcome to register at no cost.
The event is open to all community members, whether they are experienced cooks or trying Ukrainian food for the first time. Step-by-step instruction will be provided, and all ingredients and materials are included.
Anyone interested in participating in future workshops can register on the event page of the Grassroots website at www.wrgrassrootsresponse.ca or email Olga Strasburger at marketing@grassrootsresponse.ca.
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