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Craftsman's Legacy - Season 2

Series: Craftsman's Legacy
5
(5)
Episodes
13
Rating
TVG
Year
2015
Language
English

About

In A CRAFTSMAN'S LEGACY, host Eric Gorges goes on a quest to discover the true craftsmen in today's world. In each episode, Gorges interviews the people responsible for carrying the tools, trades and traditions of fine craftsmanship into the 21st century, including a glass blower, guitar maker, weaver, potter, woodworker, basket weaver, stone carver, knife maker, blacksmith, boat maker and a saddle maker. In his interviews, Gorges learns why they chose their craft, where they learned their skills, how they live using their talents, and the challenges and importance of keeping that tradition alive in a modern-day world. He then takes on the role of apprentice on a project under the guidance of the master craftsman. In these inspiring segments, Gorges proves that, with the right tools and careful direction, a person with no experience can learn the basic skills of a craft to create something of lasting value.

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Episodes

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1. The Clock Maker

30m

Welcome to the magical world of a clockmaker, where the gears are lovingly handmade and time truly does stand still as host Eric Gorges and young clock maker Nate Bowers create a beautiful exposed gear clock.

2. The Metal Engraver

30m

With intricate flourishes, filigree, and a lot of magnification, host Eric Gorges and metal engraver David Riccardo create a breathtaking metal engraving.

3. The Wood Turner

30m

Let the chips fly! Host Eric Gorges and master wood turner Alan Hollar turn a wooden bowl in the Appalachian Mountains.

4. The Stained Glass Maker

30m

Ekaterina Reier and host Eric Gorges play with light and glass in this episode where viewers learn that following your dream can really pay off.

5. The Chair Maker

30m

The century old tradition of building the Windsor chair is a practical and elegant pursuit. Host Eric Gorges and master craftsman Curtis Buchanan give the viewer a front seat.

6. The Weaver

30m

Master weaver Jaunita Hofstrom wanted to have a place just for weavers to gather and pursue their love of weaving. She bought a little church around the corner from her house and started living that dream. Host Eric Gorges explores the ins and outs and up and overs of this traditional craft.

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