Nashville, TN
It's a special artist who can make furniture both functional and artistic. Jim Devault of Nashille, TN has transitioned from photographer and advertising guru to a hands on wood sculptor, doing just that. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Ooltewah, TN
Pianos and guitars are more plentiful, but the undisputed king of musical instruments is the pipe organ. Only a handful of American companies build pipe organs, using time-honored European methods, and one of them is located just outside of Chattanooga, TN. Owners of Richards, Fowkes and Company create some of the world's best pipe organs is a matter of pride and precision craftsmanship. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Nashville, TN
One of the things you probably had to have when you first started school was a brand new package of crayons. Maybe you remember the vivid colors, the feel, even the smell of those crayons when you opened the box. Herb Williams certainly does and he's reminded of those things every day. Tennessee Crossroads visited this Nashville artist uses crayons in an unusual way to create equally unusual pieces. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Pulaski, TN
If you are of a certain age, and had relatives who lived in the country, you probably recall visiting the little house outback of the big house. In fact, it is called an outhouse, and was a pretty significant place, when you actually needed to pay it a visit and are are being re-created by a Pulaski, TN Craftsman. Tennessee Crossroads visited Gerald Young to learn about his Hillbilly Outhouses, which he calls his legacy. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Franklin, TN
It's interesting to discover how many creative cottage industries have sprung up in Middle TN. All thanks to people who turn their ideas into reality. Tennessee Crossroads met a Franklin, TN couple who put a new spin on an old favorite wearable. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Franklin Flannels.
Old Hickory, TN
Stained glass is somewhat of a dying art, but for the few artists who do it, it’s a medium that’s allowed for more creativity and innovation than just the traditional colored glass you see in church windows. Tennessee Crossroads met a woman in Old Hickory, Tennessee who’s putting her personal life into much more window panes. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Gallatin, TN
A Tennessee musician has designed the instrument he wants to play so he can perform the music of his choice. Tom Saffell's collaboration with respected luthier, Robin Smith, is a new twist on the traditional banjo.Tennessee Crossroads visited the workshop of Heartland Banjo & Guitar Company where the infinity 8 takes shape.
Cunningham, TN
Ken Wilshire meets a college professor and administrator with some 45 years’ experience touching the lives of young folks through paint, clay, stone and metal. And now he’s joined many of his students to follow his own dreams. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about James Diehr - Artist.
