Behind the Scenes with Carrie Mae Weems on AllMovie

Carrie Mae Weems, the photographer, folklorist and video artist, shows how to use composition and content to create meaning in a photograph. William Wegman also helps out by focusing on one of his playful Weimaraner dogs. Behind the Scenes brings the magic and mystery of artistic creation to video. Hosted by magicians Penn and Teller, this award-winning series goes behind the scenes to discover the creative process with renowned artists including painter David Hockney, jazz percussionist Max Roach and theater director Julie Taymor. This program is an exciting and fun exploration for children and adults alike into the world of painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, music, dance and theater.