Discover museum-quality fine art prints from Portraits of the American Craftsman, the acclaimed photography project by Tadd Myers. Over five years, Myers traveled across the United States to document traditional American craftsmanship—capturing woodworkers, metalworkers, leatherworkers, farmers, toolmakers, and artisans who continue to create handmade products in America.
Each limited-edition print showcases authentic workshops, handcrafted tools, and the craftsmen who preserve time-honored skills. These American craftsmanship prints highlight the beauty of handmade work, the legacy of small-batch manufacturing, and the individuals who embody true artisan culture.
Perfect for collectors, designers, studios, and corporate spaces, these archival prints celebrate American heritage and craftsmanship. Bring home a handcrafted Americana art print that honors the makers shaping our nation.
Nearly five years ago, I set off on a photographic journey to document the American craftsman—an often overlooked yet defining part of our nation. At the time, the project began as a short-term creative pursuit during a challenging economic season. But what started as curiosity quickly became a mission.
I found that conversations about American-made, handcrafted products had grown quiet. That silence pushed me to seek out the companies and individuals who were still shaping, building, forging, stitching, milling, and creating with their own hands. What I discovered changed everything.
In just a few years, this project grew far beyond anything I expected. As our country continued to experience decades of manufacturing decline, the heart of American craftsmanship revealed itself to be more vital—and more inspiring—than ever. Portraits of the American Craftsman is my celebration of the men and women who keep this tradition alive. Each photograph honors their dedication, their artistry, and the legacy they pass forward through the work they produce day after day.
Throughout my career, I’ve pursued meaningful stories to tell through imagery. Yet none has touched me more personally than this one. From every company and every craftsman featured in these pages, I learned something invaluable: their motivation is deeper than income or productivity. These individuals have intentionally shaped lives that allow for autonomy, pride, and purpose. Their work gives them identity, fulfillment, and a legacy that outlives the day’s labor.
They know that when they put a piece of themselves into the objects they create, that imprint remains—both in the work and within themselves. That belief is at the very core of this project. It has challenged me, inspired me, and transformed how I see my own craft.
My hope is that these images offer the same reflection for you. May they encourage you to rediscover the role meaningful work plays in your own life, just as these craftsmen have in theirs.
— Tadd Landis Myers