About this season
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.
Episodes (13)
1. The Clock Maker
Aired 5 September 2015 • 26 min
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 Bower create a beautiful exposed gear clock.
2. The Metal Engraver
Aired 12 September 2015 • 26 min
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
Aired 19 September 2015 • 26 min
Let the chips fly! Host Eric Gorges and master wood turner Alan Holar turn a wooden bowl in the Appalachian Mountains.
4. The Stained Glass Maker
Aired 26 September 2015 • 26 min
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
Aired 3 October 2015 • 26 min
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
Aired 10 October 2015 • 26 min
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.
7. The Cheese Maker
Aired 17 October 2015 • 26 min
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 2 am?!
8. The Bow Maker
Aired 24 October 2015 • 26 min
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.
9. The Medieval Armor Maker
Aired 31 October 2015 • 26 min
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!
10. The Quilter
Aired 7 November 2015 • 26 min
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.
11. The Shoe Makers
Aired 14 November 2015 • 26 min
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 Chassé give expert guidance along the way.
12. The Bicycle Maker
Aired 21 November 2015 • 26 min
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.
13. The Furniture Maker
Aired 28 November 2015 • 26 min
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.