Rebecca Vizard
Louisiana Legends Gala

Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Event
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2019-05-31
Duration: 00:11:25
Subjects: Vizard, Rebecca | Fabric arts | TEXTILES
Contributors:
- Denison, John Host
- Connelly, Ann Interviewee
- Joyce, William Interviewee
- Vizard, Sarah Interviewee
- Ruffey, Melissa Interviewee
- Vizard, Rebecca Speaker
Description
This segment from the 2019 Louisiana Legends Gala features a profile and speech by Rebecca Vizard accepting her recognition as a Louisiana Legend. Vizard, a native of St. Joseph in Tensas Parish, is a world renowned textile artist and the owner B. Viz Design. Her profile includes interviews with: Ann Connelly, her friend; William Joyce, her friend; Sarah Vizard, her daughter; and Melissa Ruffey, her colleague. Host: John Denison