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The traditional arts of basketry, pottery, textiles, weaving, and woodworking are demonstrated. 
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Broom Lady | ETV Shorts

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The Broom Place, located in Boykin, South Carolina is an amazing shop where you step back in time right when you walk through the doors. Susan Simpson is known around town as "The Broom Lady."
Woodburning Gourds
Episode 3

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Leslie studies books of illustration and graphic design from around the world and from many eras before beginning a project. After finding inspiration, she pencils in the design on the surface of the...
Lena Braswell's Farm | A Natural State
Episode 7

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During the spring, tens of thousands of dried gourds are piled high in front of Lena Braswell's farm in Wrens, Georgia. Artists and crafters come from around the southeast to choose from Braswell's...
Making Pottery
Episode 3

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Molding Clay After the potter blends his clay, he must knead it in order to remove any lumps, soft areas and air holes, which might be contained in the product. If the clay hasn’t been kneaded...
Spotlight
Episode 1

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As an educator at the Columbia Museum of Art, Leslie uses her knowledge of art history to inform her creative decisions in the studio. She describes herself as "old school" in her appreciation of art...