Common Ground 417: Birchbark Canoe by Ray Boessel Jr & Artist Evelyn Matthies

Ray Boessel, Jr., of Bigfork follows in his late grandfather-in-law's footsteps, handcrafting birchbark canoes. Boessel's grandfather-in-law, Bill Hafeman, gained worldwide recognition when he was featured on CBS's On the Road with Charles Kuralt in 1982. And Brainerd artist and educator, Evelyn Matthies, has spent her career teaching others about all facets of art. She shows us that spontaneity and pushing the boundaries are the keys to creating a masterpiece.
Common Ground: Season 4, Episode 17 - Birchbark Canoe by Ray Boessel Jr & Artist Evelyn Matthies
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[@charlesleblanc6638]

That canoe was a beautiful piece of work, from a real craftsmen.

[@ElGatoLoco698]

That woman has led a life anyone would be jealous of. Smart woman. Wish she was my mother.

[@jocelyneavilla3737]

Thank you for sharing beauty..

[@donniefiechtner5437]

Canoe starts at 12:00

[@chrisace9543]

Ma brotha!

[@libertyman3072]

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[@stevesoutdoorworld2248]

wow in work shop with no shoes.lets not drop the 2lb hammer on my toes please.

[@MAC-ws8fz]

No SHOES?? Osha would not approve!

[@GonzoGonschi]

that cameraman needs a basics lesson.