This week, the ladies get a first-hand look into the captivating world of custom hand-painted wallpaper with guest Jenn Gracie: a 6th generation member of the esteemed Gracie Wallpaper family.

Our conversation revolves around the firm's newly published book 'The Art of Gracie,’ the first-ever book and inside look at the history, design process, and continuing legacy of Gracie Wallpaper. Listeners will explore the transition from antique to bespoke wallpaper designs, the rigorous training of artists, and the specialized skills required to create these intricate works. The episode also covers the challenges and joys of curating photography for historic wallpaper, preserving antique designs, and the strategic process of capturing room installations.

Watch this week's conversation as recorded on Ballard Designs YouTube.

What You’ll Hear On This Episode:

00:00 Introduction
00:34 Meet Jennifer Gracie: A Legacy of Craftsmanship
01:34 The Gracie Family Business: A Historical Overview
03:42 Personal Stories and Paths into the Family Business
07:36 The Art of Custom Hand-Painted Wallpapers
15:44 Innovative Wallpaper Designs and Techniques
24:00 The Making of the Gracie Wallpaper Book
24:31 Crafting a Family Legacy: The Book's Journey
25:04 Personal Touches: Family Contributions
25:56 Warmth and Welcoming: The Family's Essence
27:31 Challenges in Curating Photography
30:48 Preserving History: Restorations and Installations
32:09 The Art of Wallpaper: Techniques and Traditions
37:08 Exploring Designs: Japanese and Panoramic Landscapes
39:48 Favorite Designs and Upcoming Projects
41:14 Conclusion

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Introduction

Meet Jennifer Gracie: A Legacy of Craftsmanship

The Gracie Family Business: A Historical Overview

Personal Stories and Paths into the Family Business

The Art of Custom Hand-Painted Wallpapers

Innovative Wallpaper Designs and Techniques

The Making of the Gracie Wallpaper Book

Challenges in Curating Photography

Preserving History: Restorations and Installations

The Art of Wallpaper: Techniques and Traditions

Exploring Designs: Japanese and Panoramic Landscapes

Favorite Designs and Upcoming Projects

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Ep. 384: The Art of Custom Hand-Painted Wallpaper with Jenn Gracie