Southern Oregon PBS
The Work of Art
A short documentary series capturing the artistic process — and the people behind it.
Documentary Series
About the Series
The Work of Art is a short documentary series created and produced by Vanessa Finney for Southern Oregon PBS. Each episode captures the artistic process behind a single work — from first idea to finished piece — aiming to educate viewers, promote professional artists, and support the region's creative economy.
Visit Southern Oregon PBSWhy It Matters
Southern Oregon is home to a remarkable concentration of working artists. The Work of Art gives them a platform to share not just their finished work, but the thinking, struggle, and craft that goes into making it. By making the creative process visible, the series builds deeper appreciation for art and the people who make it.
Educate viewers about the creative process
Promote professional artists in the region
Support Southern Oregon's creative economy
Suggest an Artist
Do you know a Southern Oregon or Northern California artist whose process deserves to be documented? Vanessa would love to hear from you.
Suggest an artist