Excerpt-Ravens and Eagles Season 1 -- Episode 7: Portrait of a Mask Maker

At the pinnacle of his class is enigmatic Reg Davidson, a maker of extremely sophisticated and at times frightening masks. One of the most prolific contemporary Haida carvers; he has a remarkable body of work and enjoys the demand for his various masks, but his humble nature prevents him from considering himself an artist or a master -- more a student in the process of bringing the art back to the level of what it once was. He collaborates with his brother, Robert to interpret traditional Haida stories and characters, and translates the synthesis of their imaginations into the various songs, dances and regalia of his live performance group. His sense of humor and distinctive persona inform this troupe's cultural performances.