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Masterclass Series Videos
The Masterclasses
3 videos
The Archives' Masterclass series includes long-form instructional films that highlights the art and craft of leading falconers, as they walk the viewer through their respective trade or expertise.
Bellmaking with Mr. Jim Ince
The Archives of Falconry is proud to introduce our new Master Class Video Series with Episode 1: Bellmaking with Jim Ince. An expert falconer, craftsman and engineer, Jim teaches the tools and techniques required to create falconry bells in the classic style of mid-century German bellmaker, Georg Richter. This preview gives an overview of the full 55-minute episode which is available exclusively to members of The Archives of Falconry.
Making the Falconry Gauntlet with Orion Martinez
The Archives of Falconry continues its Master Class Video Series with Episode 2: Sewing a Custom Gauntlet. Second-generation falconer and glove maker, Orion Martinez, demonstrates the tools, materials and expertise needed to create custom leather falconry gloves in the style of his company, Traditions Glove, which began serving the falconry community in the late 1950s under founders Sal and Phyllis Kalem. This episode weaves together global falconry history with a uniquely American story, while offering a new look at an ancient handicraft, vital to our sport.
Turning Blocks with Burl & Resin with Darryl Barnes
Episode 3 of The Archives of Falconry's Master Class series features falconer-craftsman Darryl Barnes as he discusses the history of block perch design and evolution and then walks us through the creation process of making block perches in burl and resin.
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The Archives of Falconry will reach, engage, and inspire a diverse world community of falconers, sportsmen and women, scholars, journalists, and other interested public with compelling programs and prominent online resources.