Shaped by clay
Will Harbison, Samson Oklobia,
and Olivia Whittington

Mississippi sculptor Bill Beckwith reflects on techniques he gained from his late mentor Leon Koury. This film explores how living and working as an artist in Mississippi bears a unique meaning, and how community and mentorship foster the growth of each new generation.

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Will Harbison is currently an undergraduate student at the University of Mississippi, pursuing a degree in southern studies and political science.

 

 

 

Samson Oklobia is a storyteller with a background in filmmaking and television production. A graduate of Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Jos, he got his training as a Cinematographer and High-Def Filmmaker from PEFTI Film Institute, Lagos and New York Film Academy, Abu Dhabi, respectively.