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Craftsman's Legacy
| Website: | http://www.craftsmanslegacy.com |
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| Next Airing: | Sun, Apr 28th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV |
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In A CRAFTSMAN'S LEGACY, host Eric Gorges goes on a quest to discover the true craftsmen in today's world. Traveling across the country, Gorges interviews the men and women responsible for carrying the tools, trades and traditions of fine craftsmanship into the 21st century. From a glass blower to a guitar maker, a weaver to a potter, every episode explains the history of a traditional craft and the importance of that craft in the United States today. Other tradespeople include: a woodworker, a snowshoe maker, a knife-maker, a boat-maker, a saddle-maker, a stone carver and a blacksmith. Gorges, a welder by trade, meets and interviews master craftsmen, and 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. As owner of Voodoo Choppers, Gorges creates custom motorcycles and stylish works of art for high-end restaurants and luxury homes. His one-of-a-kind choppers have been featured on The Discovery Channel.
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The Medieval Armormaker
James Gillaspie has been making medieval/Renaissance armor for over 20 years. Host Eric Gorges plays to his base as a fellow metal shaper. James and Eric do a little jousting and a lot of shop-talk!
Next Airing: Sun, Apr 28th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Quilter
Theadra Fleming hands over the needle and thread to host Eric Gorges as this quilter explains the African American tradition of quilting with a focus on colors, symbolism and the history of African textiles.
Next Airing: Sun, May 5th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Shoemakers
Best foot (ware) forward! Host Eric Gorges picks up the hammer and nail to try his hand at being a shoemaker. Master shoemakers Jesse Moore and Marika Verploegh Chasse give expert guidance along the way.
Next Airing: Sun, May 12th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:50 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Bicycle Maker
Oh, the freedom of two wheels! Host Eric Gorges discovers how master bicycle maker, Stephen Bilenky, brazes bikes and has made a living for over 30 years doing exactly what he loves.
Next Airing: Sun, May 19th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:47 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Furnituremaker
Host Eric Gorges visits Alan Kaniarz, an innovator in the world of furniture design. Together they discuss the love of making furniture, environmentally conscious approaches to the craft and award-winning workmanship.
Next Airing: Sun, May 26th, 2024 at 3:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Chairmaker
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.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Cheesemaker
Cheese, please! Join master cheesemaker Bruce Workman and host Eric Gorges for an inside view of an award winning creamery. Who knew master cheesemakers started their day at 2am?
Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Clockmaker
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.
Length: 00:26:47 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Metal Engraver
With intricate flourishes, filigree, and a lot of magnification, host Eric Gorges and metal engraver David Riccardo create a breathtaking metal engraving.
Length: 00:26:47 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Primitive Bowmaker
Experienced naturalist and wilderness survivor, Greg Anderson is also a master bow maker. Host Eric Gorges learns how to craft a traditional bow with Greg as his guide and tests his skills with the bulls-eye.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Stained Glassmaker
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.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Weave 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.
Length: 00:26:44 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024 -
The Wood Turner
Let the chips fly! Host Eric Gorges and master wood turner Alan Hollar turn a wooden bowl in the Appalachian Mountains.
Length: 00:26:47 Usage rights: 9/5/2015 to 9/4/2024