Have you heard about, or even been to, our makerspace, The Studio? Undoubtedly you know about all of our kits, equipement, and resources available for free through the library (if not, check it out). You might not be able to visit The Studio right now but you can explore the world of makers, crafters, and DIY aficionados through Kanopy from the comfort of your home. So grab your library card and let’s go on a making journey!
Maker: An Exploration of the Maker Movement in America
Available on Kanopy
From the producers of the internationally acclaimed Design & Thinking, MAKER is looks into the current “Maker” movement in America – a new wave of Do-It-Yourself and Do-It-Together culture fueled by passion and powered by the advent of new technologies.
Running time: 66 minutes
A Time For Making
Available on Kanopy
Nine artisans on secluded Gabriola Island in Canada reveal the differences between mass manufactured and authentic locally handmade crafts through intimate portraits of their work and lifestyle.
Running time: 59 minutes
Craft In America Series
Available on Kanopy
A three part series, Craft in America explores the vitality, history and significance of the craft movement in the United States and its impact on our nation’s rich cultural heritage. Capturing the beauty, creativity and originality of craftsmanship, the film highlights artists and explores the inter-relationship of what they do, how they do it and why they have chosen a life of creating art.
Running time: 170 minutes
Handmade Nation
Available on Kanopy
Handmade Nation documents the new wave of art, craft, and design that is capturing the attention of the nation. It is the feature film debut of director, author, artist, and curator Faythe Levine. Levine traveled to 15 cities and covered more than 19,000 miles to interview artists, crafters, makers, curators, and community members. Today’s craft world has emerged as a synthesis of historical technique, punk culture, and the DIY ethos, also influenced by traditional handiwork, modern aesthetics, politics, feminism, and art.
Director Faythe Levine captured the tightly knit community that exists through websites, blogs, and online stores that connect to the greater public through independent boutiques, galleries, and craft fairs. Interviews were conducted on-location in artists studios, homes, boutiques, offices, and craft fairs, giving the public an exclusive and rarely seen look into the lives of these creative individuals.
Running time: 66 minutes
