A Craftsman's Legacy

Season 2

TV-G
A Craftsman's Legacy is a PBS series that follows host Eric Gorges, a renowned metal shaper and motorcycle builder, on his quest to work with America's finest craftsmen and document what it means to be a modern day maker.
13 Episodes
  • The Clock Maker
    E1
    Episode 1The Clock MakerWelcome 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 Bower create a beautiful exposed gear clock.
  • The Metal Engraver
    E2
    Episode 2The Metal EngraverWith intricate flourishes, filigree, and a lot of magnification, host Eric Gorges and metal engraver David Riccardo create a breathtaking metal engraving.
  • The Wood Turner
    E3
    Episode 3The Wood TurnerLet the chips fly! Host Eric Gorges and master wood turner Alan Holar turn a wooden bowl in the Appalachian Mountains.
  • The Stained Glass Maker
    E4
    Episode 4The Stained Glass MakerEkaterina Reier and host Eric Gorges play with light and glass in this episode where viewers learn that following your dream can really pay off.
  • The Chair Maker
    E5
    Episode 5The Chair MakerThe 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.
  • The Weaver
    E6
    Episode 6The WeaverMaster 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.
  • The Cheese Maker
    E7
    Episode 7The Cheese MakerCheese, 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 2 am?!
  • The Bow Maker
    E8
    Episode 8The Bow MakerExperienced 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.
  • The Medieval Armor Maker
    E9
    Episode 9The Medieval Armor MakerJames 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!
  • The Quilter
    E10
    Episode 10The QuilterTheadra 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.
  • The Shoe Makers
    E11
    Episode 11The Shoe MakersBest 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 Chassé give expert guidance along the way.
  • The Bicycle Maker
    E12
    Episode 12The Bicycle MakerOh, 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.
  • The Furniture Maker
    E13
    Episode 13The Furniture MakerHost 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.
Cast of Season 2
  • Eric GorgesHimself - Host
 
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