The Craftsman

A most positive family viewing experience for ages 8 to 108! This one showcases not only the Craftsman's amazing skill but the simple yet profound wisdom that he's developed along the way. It proves the paradox that to truly keep something we must be willing to give it away. What he's created from his life and his willingness to share it with us is the true masterpiece! Thank you to all involved in bringing this gem to life!

Having lived in California's north coast communities, I have a deep sense of memory where the hands-on craftsman energy is concerned, having worked with all sorts of builders, artists, loggers... This show features a family that carries on the hands-on traditions of mostly forgotten skills in creating and restoring using techniques that are the soul of a simpler time, a time devoid of hurrying and relying on complex outsider technologies. It is inspiring, humorous, and warm-hearted, and for those of us who long for a time without all this technological nonsense and superficial cookie-cutter materialism, The Craftsman is a much-needed reprieve and reminder that we don't need to race forward into an abyss of mundane disconnection from the planet Earth.

I loved being able to escape into the world of woodworking by hand, small town living and community while watching this show. Pepper in Eric's ability to have fun and laugh, you feel like you're a part of the community- the history, the scenery and the people. I especially enjoyed watching the woodworking portions, as someone who has done a very small amount of woodworking myself. Watching Eric explain the nuances of his craft while working is my favorite. I could watch those portions all day long.

A really good show. Love Mr. Hollenbeck; he is such a great old dude. I love his spiritual nature. My only complaint sis I wish they would spend more time in his fabulous workshop. His machines are amazing.

Eric is a beautiful old soul that truly loves his work and the spirit of what he does.

A master craftsman that has a heart for nature and the amazing redwood trees he so adores.

Don't miss this feel good masterpiece.

So so good.