Ra Paulette spends years carving massive sandstone caves in Northern New Mexico, often clashing with patrons over the scope and cost of his projects.
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Ra Paulette spends years carving massive sandstone caves in Northern New Mexico, often clashing with patrons over the scope and cost of his projects.
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Ra Paulette digs massive sandstone caves in Northern New Mexico. He uses only hand tools to create intricate designs, often taking years to complete each project. His work is commissioned by patrons, but artistic disagreements frequently arise over timelines and budgets. Frustrated, Paulette decides to abandon commissions. He begins a 10-year project on unauthorized land to create his magnum opus. The documentary follows his dedication and the challenges he faces in bringing this vision to life.
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Why Watch
- Meet Ra Paulette, a unique artist in New Mexico.
- See the stunning cave 'The Windows of the Earth.'
- Find out about artistic conflicts over commissioned work.
Did You Know
- Ra Paulette uses only hand tools to carve his caves.
- The film's duration is 39 minutes.
- Paulette's latest cave project is expected to take 10 years to complete.
- The documentary was directed by Jeffrey Karoff in 2013.
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Who directed the documentary Cavedigger?
Cavedigger was directed by Jeffrey Karoff.
What is the main subject of the documentary Cavedigger?
The main subject is Ra Paulette, a man who carves massive sandstone caves in Northern New Mexico as art.
How long is the documentary Cavedigger?
Cavedigger has a duration of 39 minutes.
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