Craft in America Season 9 Episode 1 - Borders

Airdate: 2017-Sep-22

Episode summary:

Explore the relationships and influences Mexican and American craft artists have on each other.BORDERS explores the connections between Mexico and the United States through craft. Featuring master altar maker Ofelia Esparza and the Day of the Dead celebration; master weaver J. Isaac Vásquez Garcia and family; weaver Jim Bassler, potter Veralee Bassler and the colorful Guelaguetza parade; and artist Kiff Slemmons and maestro Francisco Toledo at Taller Arte Papel.

About Craft in America series:

We have a deep sense of longing for the handmade. Perhaps because each of us, in our own way, has had a craft experience. Sometimes it's an ob...Show more >