This piece is a documentary video as well as part of a larger
multi-media project currently in development by NUAMPS, Kearsley
Stewart, Senior Lecturer of WCAS Anthropology, and David Schoenbrun,
Associate Professor of WCAS History, which follows the path of the
chevron bead and its centuries long history in Europe, Africa, and
North America. This featured cut tells the story of the chevron through
its premiere master craftsman, Art Seymour, with a detailed look at his
process as well as his philosophies on the culture of this prized bead.
From ancient chevrons and the coast of Africa to "heavy metal" jazz
beads in the Reno desert, this 26 minute piece takes a very personal
look at Art Seymour and his "physical manifestation of the abstract
concepts heat and light."
In August 2006, Art Seymour | Solo Performance received the Best Documentary, Best Cinematography, and Best Editing awards at the Idaho Panhandle International Film Festival.
| PROJECT TEAM | ||
| Director, Still Photographer | ...... | Harlan Wallach |
| Camera, Editor | ...... | Jeremy Brunjes |
| Camera | ...... | Stefani Foster |
| Sound | ...... | Chris Ostertag |
| Titles | ...... | Jon Fernandez |

