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.
Fri, May 10 | 2:00 A.M. |
The Ski Makers
NHPBS (11.1)
Eric hits the slopes on handmade skis he makes with son and father team Jeff and John Thompson. |
Sun, May 12 | 3:30 A.M. |
The Ski Makers
NHPBS (11.1)
Eric hits the slopes on handmade skis he makes with son and father team Jeff and John Thompson. |
Sun, May 12 | 8:30 A.M. |
The Jeans Maker
NHPBS (11.1)
Eric Yelsma has been drawn to sewing since a teenager. |
Sun, May 19 | 8:30 A.M. |
The Table Maker
NHPBS (11.1)
For his sixth birthday, Mark Whitley, was given a hammer and toolbox. |
Sun, May 26 | 8:30 A.M. |
The Still Maker
NHPBS (11.1)
Christopher Kelley makes beautiful copper stills. Host Eric Gorges works with Christopher to make a moonshine still worthy of the most potent of spirits. |
Sun, Jun 2 | 8:30 A.M. |
The Brass Horn Makers
NHPBS (11.1)
Eric shines the brass with master French horn makers and musicians Rick and Celeste Seraphinoff. |
Sun, Jun 9 | 8:30 A.M. |
The Rocking Horse Maker
NHPBS (11.1)
Master wood carver Jackie Wilson built a rocking horse for Prince George of Cambridge. |
Sun, Jun 16 | 8:30 A.M. |
The Arrow Maker
NHPBS (11.1)
Cherokee National treasure Noel Grayson shows host Eric Gorges how to craft traditional Cherokee arrows using primitive tools. |
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