Witches, Mermaids and Other Haunts of Slavic Myths

Original authorial coloring book on the magical worlds of Slavic traditions! Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Russian mythology and culture with the coloring book from the Fantasy Worlds series. You will encounter the main deities of the Slavic pantheon, from Perun to Mokosh. Also, on its pages live creatures from the lower mythology of our ancestors and heroes familiar to us from fairy tales: mighty knights, beautiful maidens, and, of course, charming evil spirits of all kinds. By reading the brief informative articles, you will be able to appreciate the influence of ancient Slavic mythology on culture: from Pushkin's classic fairy tales and Vasnetsov's paintings to large-scale film franchises and board games. You are given a unique opportunity to bring your favorite folklore heroes to life by coloring Slavic shrines, dense forests with their inhabitants, royal palaces, and a hut on chicken legs. Create your unique fantasy world! • 12 colored pages contain original illustrations, fascinating facts about Russian folklore, and its reflections in modern culture. • The images for coloring—strip and two-page illustrations of high detail—are complemented by information about each magical character and hero. • The enlarged format provides space for creativity. • Super dense offset paper is suitable for any artistic materials—from colored pencils and markers to watercolor and gouache paints. No transparency and peeling. Yaroslav Bogorodskaya / Vanengriyarr—is an illustrator and graphic artist from Moscow. Illustrates books, creates covers for music albums, and works on the scenography of concert events. Creates magic using both traditional techniques and digital technologies.