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A documentary by Faythe Levine, Handmade nation documents the new wave of art, craft and design that is capturing the attention of the nation. It is the feature film debut of director, author, artist and curator Faythe Levine. Levine traveled to 15 cities and covered more than 19,000 miles to interview artists, crafters, makers, curators and community members. Today's craft world has emerged as a synthesis of historical technique, punk culture, and...
2) Threads
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The fourth season, a groundbreaking, comprehensive visual exploration of the history, vitality, and cultural significance of America's craft movement. Threads explores the needle arts, including storytelling through quilts and textiles that speak to the creativity of the human spirit. Through the stories of four special artists, we will experience the drama and revelations art can bring to our lives.
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Visits with five American artisans and artists who celebrate nature and the American landscape in their work: Patrick Dougherty, creator of large-scale installations that address environmental issues; Michelle Holsapfel, woodcarver and sculptor of boxes, bowls, and trompe l'oeil pieces; Mary Merkel-Hess, a fiber artist who makes sculptural works with paper, reed, and paint; Preston Singletary, a glass artist whose designs reflect his Tlingit heritage;...
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