Carving History (2024)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Newsmagazine
Place Covered: St. Francisville, West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2024-03-01
Duration: 00:03:46
Subjects: Watson, Henry | Arts | ARTISTS | Wood-carvers | Wood-carving
Contributors:
- LeBlanc, Karen Host
- Watson, Henry Interviewee
Description
This segment from the March 1, 2024, episode of the series “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features Karen LeBlanc’s interview with wood carver Henry Watson at Butler Greenwood Plantation Bed and Breakfast in St. Francisville. He discusses: his love of using wood from old buildings; his artistic process; and taking inspiration from Louisiana landscapes and history.