Nesting Doll Painting Workshop
The nesting doll painting workshop is a warm creative experience in the shop-museum of Brest Souvenir Factory. You will discover the factory’s history, see a small exhibition of traditional and contemporary pieces, and then paint your own set of nesting dolls.
The first Brest nesting doll was made in 1953. Since then, wooden souvenirs, hand painting, and the work of artists have become an important part of the factory’s story. During the workshop, this story becomes personal: you do not just look at a finished piece – you create your own.
What to Expect
Everything is prepared for you: wooden nesting dolls, paints, brushes, an apron, instructions, and a master nearby.
- a set of 5 wooden nesting dolls for painting
- paints, brushes, an apron, and all necessary materials
- a placemat instruction sheet with painting tips
- guidance from the master at every stage
- an introduction to the history of Brest Souvenir Factory
- the finished nesting doll set to take home with you
The workshop is suitable for adults and children, tourists, families, groups of friends, school groups, corporate guests, and anyone who wants to take home not just a souvenir from Brest, but something made by hand.
How the Workshop Works
You will get acquainted with the shop-museum and its small exhibition, then receive the blanks, materials, and instructions, while the master guides you through each stage of painting.
Introduction to the Shop-Museum
You will get acquainted with the shop-museum and its small exhibition: see pieces from different years, learn how hand painting developed, and discover why souvenirs can still preserve the memory of places, events, and people.
Blanks, Materials, and Instructions
Then the master will provide the blanks, materials, and instructions. You can choose a traditional motif or create your own idea. The design is sketched in pencil, then the nesting doll is painted with colors.
Painting with the Master’s Guidance
At every stage, the master will be nearby to help with colors, composition, and details. After drying, the painting can be sealed with varnish, or you can take the varnish with you if the piece needs more time to dry.
In the end, you will have a finished nesting doll set to take home – not just a souvenir from Brest, but something made by your own hands.
Atmosphere
See what the workshop feels like: a little history, a calm creative process, living details of painting, and finished nesting dolls that participants take home.
Participation Formats
You can come alone, gather a small group, arrange a family activity, a school workshop, a tourist visit, or a creative team meeting.
One Workshop – Many Formats
The format is adapted to the participants, age, group size, and purpose of the visit. You can come individually, hold a family activity, add the workshop to a tourist program, or arrange an off-site creative event by prior agreement.
Prices
The price depends on the participant’s age and the group size. Blanks, materials, instructions, and the master’s guidance are already included.
per participant
per participant under 18
price is per participant
The price includes blanks, paints, brushes, an apron, a placemat instruction sheet with painting tips, and the master’s guidance at every stage.
Schedule and Important Details
Workshops are held by prior booking. We choose a convenient time, confirm the number of participants, and prepare the place, materials, and blanks in advance.
Daily by Appointment
Workshop start times: 10:00, 13:00, and 16:00.
Before Your Visit
How to Find Us
The workshop takes place in the Brest Souvenir Factory shop-museum. Below you will find the map, address, and a directions button.
Brest Souvenir Factory
25/1 Zubacheva St., Brest
The shop-museum is located near the Brest Fortress. It is best to arrange the workshop time in advance before your visit.
Get DirectionsBook a Workshop
Write to us to choose a convenient time, check availability, and ask any questions about the participation format.
+375 29 733 59 97
Booking Request
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