One of the most wonderful things about Pennsylvania German Studies is its interdisciplinary nature, and its bringing together of scholarly study with artistic and craft practice. In this exciting episode of Cloister Talk, accomplished artist Rachel Yoder discusses the origins of her passion for Pennsylvania German/Pennsylvania Dutch design and how the visual arts connect her to a Pennsylvania Dutch family heritage. We discuss Rachel’s new book Pennsylvania Dutch Design: A History of Kitsch, Folk Art, & More, as well as how historical research informs Rachel’s work. This conversation will inspire you to pick up a quill and paintbrush and try your hand at Pennsylvania Dutch folk art traditions!

​Learn more about Rachel’s artwork at https://www.rachelyoderart.net/.