About the film

Sylvia Hyman was in her forties when she first began working in clay, quickly gaining international recognition. Five decades later she continues to re-invent herself as an artist as she pushes the boundaries of her medium.

'Sylvia Hyman: Eternal Wonder' traces the evolution of Hyman's career as an artist. As a master of 'trompe l'oeil clay,' Hyman's sculptures inspire both disorientation and delight when viewers realize that everyday objects that appear to be made of wood, cardboard and paper are actually superbly realized simulations made of clay. Hyman uses porcelain and stoneware to create items like letters, maps, scrolls of sheet music and books that are often grouped in containers such as berry baskets and cardboard and wooden boxes, also made of clay.

And while her artistic achievements are already internationally recognized, 'Sylvia Hyman: Eternal Wonder' provides a truly inspirational portrait of both the artist and the person, as we discover an artist at the peak of her powers as she prepares for her 90th birthday.

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About Film House

Film House (www.filmhouse.com) is Tennessee’s largest production company producing hundreds of TV commercials and long form projects annually. Transcendent, a wholly–owned subsidiary, produces independent features such as “No Regrets” starring Janine Turner and Kate Jackson, and "Two Weeks" starring two time Academy Award winner Sally Field.