ArtNation
Host Denim Richards showcases the remarkable stories and celebrated work of dancers, actors, sculptors, photographers, musicians and other artists.
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Ep 1Americana
A look at artists in film, dance, and sculpture whose works are uniquely American, including ballerina Misty Copeland, actress Nicole Kidman, and more.
Ep 2Resolve
Viola Davis reflects on her childhood and career, Leslie Stahl reports on classes for young ballet dancers with disabilities, and Lauren Ridloff shares her story as a deaf actress.
Ep 3Earthworks
Theo Jansen discusses his kinetic sculptures, the Recycled Orchestra in Paraguay uses instruments made from scrap materials, and actor Willem Dafoe reflects on portraying Vincent van Gogh.
Ep 4Ambition
Mark Bradford reflects on his journey from hairstylist to acclaimed abstract artist, an Italian piano maker shares his craft, and Stephen King explains how he keeps his creative spark.
Ep 5Unsung
A young composer and musician sheds light on her prodigious talent, a teenage a cappella group serenades the streets of Madagascar, and Stanley Tucci reflects on his multifaceted career.
Ep 6Rebels
Artist Ai Weiwei reflects on his confrontation with China's regime, Spike Lee describes his frustrating history with the Academy Awards, mysterious street artist JR risks jailtime, and more.
Smithsonian Channel
US
