Crafts – Dharma Documentaries

China Cultural Heritage: Block Printing

The first in a series of films about the traditional arts and crafts in China is on wood block printing.

A look at a family of master carvers from the Shakya clan in Nepal.

A look at life in Yangon, Myanmar and the surrounding areas, including some of the wonderful temples in the area.

A look at the Shinto religion in Japan and the craftsmen who work on the decoration and ornamentation of its shrines and temples.

A look at traditional Buddhist Temple architecture in Kyoto and the work of craftsmen in maintaining the temples to this day.

A film looking at traditional Japanese architecture and its influence on modern style.

A look at traditional woodwork in Japan through the eyes of the master craftsmen who still work in the trade.

A short film about the Norbulingka Institute in Dharamsala and their efforts to preserve Tibetan culture and arts.

The restoration of one section of the Forbidden City in Beijing by teams of craftsmen and women and international experts.