Videos in the GFR Library
Compiled and annotated by Nick Smith
Key to entries:
Title
date
Producer, location (of production company, not film itself)
Total time, format
Keywords/names
Annotation/notes
- American Tapestry Alliance Group Symposium, Final Copy
1999
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
535 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
Raw videotaping for Southwest Influence on Contemporary Tapestry (see separate entry for this completed work), which documents a conference organized by Mary Dieterich and Olga Neuts for American Tapestry Alliance, held in Tucson on February 26-28, 1999. Weavers came from across the U.S., including the Navajo Nation, and Canada to participate.
- American Tapestry Alliance Group Symposium, Tape 1
February 26, 1999
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
122 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
Raw videotaping for Southwest Influence on Contemporary Tapestry (see separate entry for this completed work), which documents a conference organized by Mary Dieterich and Olga Neuts for American Tapestry Alliance, held in Tucson on February 26-28, 1999. Weavers came from across the U.S., including the Navajo Nation, and Canada to participate.
- American Tapestry Alliance Group Symposium, Tape 2
February 27-28, 1999
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
122 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
Raw videotaping for Southwest Influence on Contemporary Tapestry (see separate entry for this completed work), which documents a conference organized by Mary Dieterich and Olga Neuts for American Tapestry Alliance, held in Tucson on February 26-28, 1999. Weavers came from across the U.S., including the Navajo Nation, and Canada to participate.
- American Tapestry Alliance Group Symposium, Tape 3
February 28, 1999
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
106 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
Raw videotaping for Southwest Influence on Contemporary Tapestry (see separate entry for this completed work), which documents a conference organized by Mary Dieterich and Olga Neuts for American Tapestry Alliance, held in Tucson on February 26-28, 1999. Weavers came from across the U.S., including the Navajo Nation, and Canada to participate.
- American Tapestry Today – An Exhibition – 1990
1990
Victorian Video Productions, Petaluma, CA
28 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, US
Documenting an exhibition, this video features tapestries from many important artists and designers, circa 1990. The exhibition was juried by Mark Adams, Anna Bennett, and Cara Glatt. The video tours the exhibition and interviews artists about thoughts on their individual works. The process of how a tapestry is woven is shown at Christine Laffer’s San Jose studio. (Nick Smith, January 2006)
- The Art of Navajo Weaving and The Durango Collection
1987
Interpark, Cortez, CO
56 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, Durango, collection, documentary
This video contains two films, entitled “The Art of Navajo Weaving” and “The Durango Collection.” The first film features pictorial weavers Isabel and Geanita John. The film includes the history of Navajo weaving as well as a contemporary visit to a weaving family. The second film tours the Durango Collection, citing it as “the most complete private collection of Navajo and Southwest weaving in the world.” Collection owners Jackson Clark, Sr. and Mark Winter narrate. (Nick Smith, January 2006)
- ATA Chicago Symposium, Tape 1: “Looking at Tapestries: Views by Weavers and Scholars”
March 3, 2003
American Tapestry Alliance/GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
85 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, ATA, proceedings
Proceedings of a jointly sponsored symposium.
- ATA Chicago Symposium, Tape 2: “Looking at Tapestries: Views by Weavers and Scholars”
March 3, 2003
American Tapestry Alliance/GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
105 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, ATA, proceedings
Proceedings of a jointly sponsored symposium.
- ATA Chicago Symposium, Tape 3: “Looking at Tapestries: Views by Weavers and Scholars”
March 3, 2003
American Tapestry Alliance/GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
69 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, ATA, proceedings
Proceedings of a jointly sponsored symposium.
- ATA Chicago Symposium, Tape 4: “Looking at Tapestries: Views by Weavers and Scholars”
March 3, 2003
American Tapestry Alliance/GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
112 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, ATA, proceedings
Proceedings of a jointly sponsored symposium.
- Barbara Ornelas Interview
Barbara Ornelas, October 19, 2004
KOLD-TV, Tucson, AZ
3 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, Barbara Ornelas, news release, interview
Barbara Teller Ornelas gives a short interview on KOLD 13’s morning news show on the October 2004 opening of the Navajo Weaving show at the Arizona State Museum. (Nick Smith, April 2006)
- Contemporary Navajo Weaving, Session I
1992
Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
114 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, training
This set of videos presents the entire series of docent training classes and workshops that Ann Hedlund conducted for the Denver Art Museum, in preparation for the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World.” Duplicated by On-Site Video, Tempe, AZ
- Contemporary Navajo Weaving, Session II
1992
Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
99 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, training
This set of videos presents the entire series of docent training classes and workshops that Ann Hedlund conducted for the Denver Art Museum, in preparation for the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World.” Duplicated by On-Site Video, Tempe, AZ
- Contemporary Navajo Weaving, Session III
June 30, 1992
Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
116 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, training
This set of videos presents the entire series of docent training classes and workshops that Ann Hedlund conducted for the Denver Art Museum, in preparation for the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World.” Duplicated by On-Site Video, Tempe, AZ
- Contemporary Navajo Weaving, Session IV
1992
Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
123 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, training
This set of videos presents the entire series of docent training classes and workshops that Ann Hedlund conducted for the Denver Art Museum, in preparation for the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World.” Duplicated by On-Site Video, Tempe, AZ
- Contemporary Navajo Weaving, Session V
1992
Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
98 minutes
42 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, training
This set of videos presents the entire series of docent training classes and workshops that Ann Hedlund conducted for the Denver Art Museum, in preparation for the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World.” Duplicated by On-Site Video, Tempe, AZ
- First Annual GFR Lecture: “The Work o’ the Weaver: Fifty Years in Tapestry”
Archie Brennan, March 10, 1998
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
80 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Archie Brennan, lecture
- Second Annual GFR Lecture: “The Beginnings of Tapestry Weaving”
Elizabeth Wayland Barber, March 11, 2000
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
102 minutes, VHS
Keywords: prehistory, history, Elizabeth Wayland Barber, Asia, Europe, lecture
- Third Annual GFR Lecture: “Tapestry and Beyond: Exploring the ‘Slender Margins between Real and Unreal'”
Ramona Sakiestewa, May 11, 2001
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
66 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Asia, Southwest US, Central America, Navajo, Hopi, China, Ramona Sakiestewa, lecture
- Fourth Annual GFR Lecture: “Building American Collections of European Tapestries: The Role & Influence of French & Company”
Charissa Bremer David, May 9, 2002
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
80 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Europe, France, Charissa Bremer David, lecture
- Fifth Annual GFR Lecture: “Looking at Tapestries: Views by Weavers and Scholars”
Archie Brennan, March 21, 2003
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
96 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Archie Brennan, lecture
- Helena Hernmarck: Tapestry Artist
2001
KAET, Kentucky
16 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Helena Hernmarck, biographic profile
Profile of the tapestry artist, Helena Hernmarck, and her many commissioned works.
- Kenneth Noland and Gloria F. Ross Interview
Kenneth Noland, 1986
Privately Produced, New York City
81 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Navajo, Kenneth Noland, Gloria F. Ross, GFR Tapestry
Kenneth Noland and Gloria F. Ross are interviewed about their show at New York’s Gallery 10. The video contains individual shots of the tapestries as well as footage from the Gallery 10 exhibit, which can also be found on “Kenneth Noland Talk and Gallery 10 Show.” (Nick Smith, April 2006)
- Kenneth Noland Talk and Gallery 10 Show
Peter Blystone, November 1986
Privately Produced, Flagstaff, AZ
51 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Navajo, Kenneth Noland, Gloria F. Ross, GFR Tapestry
This tape contains a Kenneth Noland talk followed by footage from the Gallery 10 exhibit, American Indian Art show, featuring many shots of GFR Tapestries and New York City streets. Independent filmmaker Peter Blystone is located in Flagstaff, AZ. (Nick Smith, April 2006)
- KUAT AZ Illustrated
Ann Lane Hedlund, October 22, 2004
KUAT, Tucson, AZ
31 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, news release, interview
This episode of Arizona Illustrated features a story about the exhibition, “Navajo Weaving at Arizona State Museum: 19th Century Blankets; 20th Century Rugs; 21st Century Views.” Includes an interview with curator Ann Lane Hedlund. (Nick Smith, December 2005)
- Loom with a View
Sierra Ornelas & Justin Thomas, 2004
Arizona State Museum, Tucson, AZ
13 minutes, VHS, DVD
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, Barbara Ornelas, Michael Ornelas
A look at contemporary Navajo weavers such as Barbara and Michael Ornelas.
- The Making of a Kilim, Spinning, dyeing and weaving in Anatolia
Janet Willoughby, 1998
Ends of the Earth Limited, Hampton, Middlesex, England
56 minutes, VHS
Keywords: History, Contemporary, Asia, Turkey, kilim
A kilim is a traditional rug woven in the Turkish area of Anatolia. Janet Willoughby presents the commentary in this video, which was filmed in Turkey and covers the topics of spinning, dyeing, designs, and weaving. (Nick Smith, February 2006)
- Modern Masters: Native American Artisans
Muffy Steinhoff, 2002
High Noon Entertainment, Centennial, CO
59 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, DY Yazzie, biographic profile
Weaver DY Yazzie is featured in the program.
- National Tapestry Invitational Exhibition
Carol Russell, 1994
ArtSpace/Lima, Lima, OH
18 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Carol Russell
Documenting an exhibition, this video contains a gallery talk by tapestry expert Carol Russell. Also included in the video box are two photographs, one of Linda Hutchin’s piece “Do Not Cross This Line” and the other of an unknown tapestry. (Nick Smith, February 2006)
- Navajo – Master Rug Weavers
1992
Eager Outdoor Video Productions, Mesa, AZ
38 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, Mary Lee Begay, biographic profiles
This video documents weaving by Navajo artists and includes demonstrations and a presentation of different rug styles. It also gives information on how to identify an authentic Navajo rug. (Nick Smith, February 2006)
- Navajo Weavers: The Unchanging Artists of the Southwest
Jonathon Williams, 1991
Atkinson Trading Company Inc., Chandler, AZ
59 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, documentary
Shot in and around the historic Cameron Trading Post, this documentary begins with the origins of Navajo weaving at the Canyon del Muerto and continues to rugs found in trading posts, galleries, and museums. Daily chores, the relationship between the weaver and a trader, and a depiction of everyday life are shown here. (Nick Smith, February 2006)
- Navajo Weaving from the Santa Fe Collection, Tapes 1-4
1997
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
116 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, exhibition
Documentation of an exhibition of “The Santa Fe Collection,” of contemporary Navajo weaving at the National Cowboy Hall of Fame, Oklahoma City, OK in 1997.
- Navajo Weaving from the Santa Fe Collection, Tapes 5-7
1997
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
78 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, exhibition
Documentation of an exhibition of “The Santa Fe Collection,” of contemporary Navajo weaving at the National Cowboy Hall of Fame, Oklahoma City, OK in 1997.
- Navajo Weaving Since the 60’s, Tape A-1
March 11, 1994
Privately Produced, Phoenix, AZ
360 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
Proceedings of a conference held at the Heard Museum, Phoenix, and Arizona State Museum, Tempe, AZ, in conjunction with the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World,” toured by the Denver Art Museum.
- Navajo Weaving Since the 60’s, Tape A-2
March 11-12, 1994
Privately Produced, Phoenix, AZ
365 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
Proceedings of a conference held at the Heard Museum, Phoenix, and Arizona State Museum, Tempe, AZ, in conjunction with the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World,” toured by the Denver Art Museum.
- Navajo Weaving Since the 60’s, Tape A-3
March 12-13, 1994
Privately Produced, Phoenix, AZ
215 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
Proceedings of a conference held at the Heard Museum, Phoenix, and Arizona State Museum, Tempe, AZ, in conjunction with the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World,” toured by the Denver Art Museum.
- Navajo Weaving: Sharing the Technique and Tradition
Nancy Harvey, 1998
Victorian Video Productions, Yarn Barn, Lawrence, KS
231 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, instruction
This set of tapes is a video workshop about Navajo weaving. The video covers the materials needed, how to spin, and securing the warp to the loom, with several sections on planning rug design, weaving stripes, squares, and diagonals. The video also contains many tips and solutions for beginning weavers. (Nick Smith, February 2006)
- Southwest Indian Tapestry Traditions, Tape 1
February 19, 2000
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
122 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
This video presents a one-day symposium on southwestern weaving held at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin, TX., and organized by the GFR Center for Tapestry Studies.
- Southwest Indian Tapestry Traditions, Tape 2
February 19, 2000
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
18 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
This video presents a one-day symposium on southwestern weaving held at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin, TX, and organized by the GFR Center for Tapestry Studies.
- Southwest Influence on Contemporary Tapestry
February 26-28, 1999
GFR Center for Tapestry Studies, Tucson, AZ
330 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary, Southwest US, Navajo, proceedings
This video documents the conference organized by Mary Dieterich and Olga Neuts for American Tapestry Alliance, held in Tucson on February 26-28, 1999. Weavers came from across the U.S., including the Navajo Nation, and Canada to participate. For raw videotaping, see entry for American Tapestry Alliance Group Symposium.
- Tapestry Weaving – Level I
Nancy Harvey, 1985
Victorian Video Productions, Lawrence, KS
110 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, instruction
This instructional video teaches the beginning weaver how to weave basic lines and patterns. A technical section illustrates how to finish and mount a piece. Three sample projects measuring 14″ by 14″ each teach techniques such as slits, interlocking and outlining. (Nick Smith, February 2006)
- Tapestry Weaving – Level II
Nancy Harvey, 1987
Victorian Video Productions, Lawrence, KS
107 minutes, VHS
Keywords: contemporary, instruction
The second half of a set of instructional videos, this film picks up where part 1 left off. Techniques presented in this video include horizontal shading, vertical shading, and single and double weft interlocks. The skills in this video can be used to make tapestries, tote bags, rugs, and pillows. (Nick Smith, February 2006)
- Weavers
Nicholas DeSciose, 1992
Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
15 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Contemporary
A short film produced in conjunction with the exhibition, “Reflections of the Weaver’s World.”
- Woven Spirits: Navajo and Hopi Weavers
2000
Tellens, Inc, Albuquerque, NM
25 minutes, VHS
Keywords: Southwest US, Sakiestewa, Navajo, Hopi, contemporary, documentary
Navajo weaver Pauline Sunrise and Hopi weaver Ramona Sakiestewa discuss aspects of weaving. Sunrise talks about the legend of Spider Woman who taught the Navajo people how to build a loom and use sheep’s wool for yarn. Sakiestewa speaks about the aesthetic and spiritual dimensions of her weaving. The video also gives examples of early Navajo weaving, patterns and styles, and discusses the impact of traders, the railroad, and the marketplace on native weaving. (Nick Smith, January 2006)
Also, A VIDEO THAT WE ADMIRE & WISH WE OWNED:
- A Weaverly Path: The Tapestry Life of Silvia Heyden
2011
Kenny Dalsheimer, The Groove Productions
62 minutes, 16×9, HD
Keywords: Silvia Heyden, Swiss, contemporary, documentary
A Weaverly Path offers an intimate, visually stunning portrait of tapestry weaver Silvia Heyden and captures the inner dialogue and meditations of an extraordinary artist in the moments of creation. The film follows the Swiss-born born artist during a year of weaving and reflection. Heyden creates works inspired by the Eno River in Durham, North Carolina and shares how nature, music, her Bauhaus education and her life experiences anchor and inspire her weaving. (website: http://aweaverlypath.com , March 2011)
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