Sam Gilliam is an Abstract Expressionist artist, best known for his “Drape” paintings, which involve highly saturated colors soaked into unprimed canvas and suspended from the walls or ceiling without stretcher bars. Gilliam’s work came to prominence in DC in the 1950s and 60s, during the height of the Civil Rights Movement. In 1972, Gilliam became the first African American artist to represent the US in the Venice Biennale.

Learn about Sam Gilliam and create your own “Drape” paintings inspired by his work. Art supplies, instruction & wine are included.

To keep everyone safe, we’re requiring vaccination and limiting this event to 15 participants so that everyone has plenty of room to spread out. Masks are required when walking around the venue, but not when sitting at your table or drinking wine.