Grain Painting Workshop with Emily Smucker-Beidler

Friday, September 5, 6 to 8 pm

Explore the history of early Pennsylvania grain painting, along with images depicting a wide variety of techniques. Then experiment with various combs and tools to create your desired pattern before graining an 8 x10 wooden frame. Each person will leave with a finished frame, complete with glass and instructions on how to frame artwork.

About Grain Painting When Pennsylvania Germans wanted their softwood furniture to look like a more expensive wood, like mahogany, they would paint it in several layers of various wood tones to create a faux “grain" pattern. Over the years, grain painting developed into so much more than merely imitation of hardwood grains. Artists created their own creative patterns and designs, using unconventional tools, elevating the skill into an art form.

Held at the Speaker’s House, 151 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA 19426.

Cost: $70 Member, $75 Non-Member. Each session is limited to 10 people.