Summary Howard Finster, the grandfather of the Southern Folk Art movement was a pioneer that showed the world that Art can thrive outside of museums and galleries in ordinary places and in everyday objects. He took what others might deem trash or obsolete and turned it into something contemplative. He opened Paradise Garden for the world to enjoy, a true testament that Art comes to life, when people are able to interact with it. Howard Finster showed the world that objects surrounding us can take on a new life, in a sometimes magical way, and communicate messages that can lead to transformation. View more details
Directed : Ava Leigh Stewart
Written : Ava Leigh Stewart Jeremy Oliver Miller
Stars : Chris Frantz Henry Paul Dave Robbins Steve Penley
Genres : History Biography Music Documentary
Release date : Jul 31, 2012
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official Facebook Official site
Language : English
Filming locations : Georgia
Production companies : Art West Film ArtWest Film
Summary Howard Finster, the grandfather of the Southern Folk Art movement was a pioneer that showed the world that Art can thrive outside of museums and galleries in ordinary places and in everyday objects. He took what others might deem trash or obsolete and turned it into something contemplative. He opened Paradise Garden for the world to enjoy, a true testament that Art comes to life, when people are able to interact with it. Howard Finster showed the world that objects surrounding us can take on a new life, in a sometimes magical way, and communicate messages that can lead to transformation. View more details
Genres : History Biography Music Documentary
Release date : Jul 31, 2012
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official Facebook Official site
Language : English
Filming locations : Georgia
Production companies : Art West Film ArtWest Film
