To Learn More About the Famous Paintings of Ukrainian Artists and to Never Forget Them Again (and to Color Them Too)
Ukrainian Coloring Book is an invitation to discover Ukraine’s rich artistic heritage through 18 iconic artworks and the remarkable stories behind them.
Each illustration is paired with a short bilingual story about the artist who created it, revealing lives shaped by war, censorship, exile, political repression, and other extraordinary challenges. Many of these artists remain little known outside Ukraine, making this book both a relaxing creative activity and a fascinating introduction to Ukrainian art history.
From Heorhii Narbut’s illustrations for Eneida and Sonia Delaunay’s groundbreaking modernism to Maria Prymachenko’s beloved folk art, the legendary Cossack Mamay, and many other masterpieces, every page celebrates the resilience and creativity of Ukrainian culture.
Whether you’re an art lover, a traveler, a teacher, or simply curious about Ukraine, this coloring book offers a meaningful and engaging way to connect with one of Europe’s richest artistic traditions.
What’s Inside
- 18 famous Ukrainian paintings recreated for coloring
- Inspiring stories about the lives of Ukrainian artists
- Every story available in both Ukrainian and English
- Premium heavyweight paper designed for various coloring techniques
- Large A4 format for a comfortable coloring experience
- Flexible softcover binding with flaps that opens flat
- 84 beautifully designed pages
The stories were written by Marichka Yurchak and Yuliia Tsvihun, with English translation by Volodymyr Ostrovskyi.
Recommended Coloring Materials
- Acrylic paints
- Gouache
- Watercolor pencils (highly recommended)
- Acrylic paint markers
- Soft colored pencils
- Markers (the back of each page is left blank to reduce bleed-through)
Featured Artists
- Sonia Delaunay
- Maria Prymachenko
- Taras Shevchenko
- Ivan Trush
- Oleksandra Exter
- David Burliuk
- Mariia Bashkirtseva
- Oleksandr Bohomazov
- Tymofii Boichuk
- Petro Nilus
- Fedir Manailo
- Oleksandr Murashko
- Levko Kramarenko
- Mykhailo Kozyk
- Heorhii Narbut
- Olena Kulchytska
- Anonymous: Cossack Mamay
- Anonymous: Saints Peter and Paul
Why You’ll Love It
- Discover the stories behind some of Ukraine’s most celebrated artists.
- Enjoy a relaxing and creative coloring experience while learning about Ukrainian culture.
- Explore masterpieces that are still largely unknown to international audiences.
- A thoughtful gift for art lovers, students, teachers, travelers, and anyone interested in Ukraine’s history and cultural heritage.
- Designed and printed in Ukraine.